CHANGING VIEWPOINT ABOUT THE ARAB WOMAN FROM THE QUR'AN TO THE PRESENT

Abstract

Most of the world's major religions mention women and their position in society. Islam is considered a religion with great influence in the world today. This religion has recognized some equal rights for women, which is more progressive than in the pre-Islamic period. However, laws regarding women are clearly stated in the Qur’an and the Holy Law of Islam. The Qur’an is a sacred book that records the words of God Allah (Words of Allah), so the Quran is considered the supreme law and no one has the right to change it. The Sharia Code is developed from the Quran, so it is also an inviolable holy law. Therefore, the things imposed by the Qur’an and Sharia Law on women's fate also become immutable in Muslim countries. Today, in the face of globalization, traditional Arab societies also have many changes to adapt to. Arab women increasingly play a more active role in the development process, gradually asserting their position in the family and in society. From an interdisciplinary historical-sociological approach, the article offers perspectives on the change in views of women in Arab society, from traditional perspectives expressed through the Quran's 'an to current perceptions of reality.