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Examining Applied Models of Humanities… M. J. Hasanzadeh Mashkani (97
men and women but also intellectual, social, and spiritual
acknowledges certain natural independence enables women to play an
differences or specific roles for women active and impactful role in society. The
within the framework of divine Quran's emphasis on the spiritual
wisdom. This balanced perspective potential of women also highlights that
creates a space that can directly inspire lofty goals such as divine proximity and
policymaking and anthropological eternal happiness are attainable for all
discussions. Consequently, leveraging humans, regardless of gender (The
this Quranic capacity to analyze Quran, 33: 35; Javadi Āmoli, 2002, p.
women's issues in contemporary 249-253; Wadud, 1999, pp. 32-35).
contexts not only helps address The creation of men and women in
challenges but also may provide a the Quran is described in a way that
dynamic and adaptable model for allows women, while preserving their
achieving social justice and redefining. human dignity, to function as
This divine and human identity of independent and capable beings. In
women can serve as a practical model this respect, Allah said, “O mankind,
in the humanities to address identity fear your Lord, who created you from
challenges and gender inequalities in one soul...” (The Quran, 4: 1).
the modern era. By emphasizing the This verse refers to creation from a
equality of men and women in creation single soul, signifying the equality and
and human dignity, the Quran offers partnership of men and women in
theories that can strengthen women's creation. Additionally, it expresses the
identities and social roles, contributing fundamental unity and
to a virtuous life. By referring to the interconnectedness of men and women,
creation of women from men, the not only indicating a single source of
Quran not only affirms the equality of creation but also representing equal value
men and women but also establishes and status in terms of human dignity
the independent human identity of within the system of creation. The phrase
women, placing them on the path of ‘created you from one soul’ clarifies the
human perfection (The Quran, 16: 72). concept of equality between men and
This perspective allows women to act women, as both genders are described as
independently and effectively in their originating from the same source. This
spiritual and social growth. In the reference to ‘oneness in origin’ suggests
Quranic view, women are not merely that men and women both carry abilities,
complements or supporters of men but talents, and responsibilities that play a
are beings who can independently pursue symmetrical and proportionate role in
their path of growth and excellence. This advancing life and human development
