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(The Quran, 4: 1; Javadi Āmoli, 2002, p. gender relations—a concept that can
195-199; Wadud, 1999, pp. 15-18). serve as a model for thoughts and laws
This oneness in creation also grants in Islamic societies. This analysis is
women an independent meaning. Unlike particularly derived from the following
some historical and social perspectives verse: “So their Lord responded to
that may imply the inherent superiority them: 'I will not allow the deed of any
of one gender over the other, the doer among you, male or female, to be
Quranic text, with its approach to lost” (The Quran, 3: 195).
creation from a ‘single soul,’ highlights Physical and Spiritual Creation
the status of women as independent and The creation of women in the Quran is
worthy beings. Such an interpretation presented as that of a complete and
emphasizes that women are not independent being, distinct from men.
dependent on or subordinate to men but, The Quran regards the creation of
while maintaining human and social women as a sign of divine wisdom and a
bonds, possess an independent identity manifestation of God's beauty and grace
and act capably (The Quran, 4: 1; Javadi This perspective is derived from the
Āmoli, 2002, p. 98-100; Barlas, 2002, following verse, where Allah said, “So
pp. 132-135). that He might make clear to you what
Furthermore, the opening phrase of you did not know” (The Quran, 3: 66).
the verse, ‘O mankind,’ addresses all This verse refers to the creation of
humans without distinguishing between men and women as complementary
men and women. This universal address beings. From the Quranic perspective,
carries a broad meaning, indicating that the creation of women signifies the
all humans, regardless of gender, must equality of men and women, presenting
pay attention to their status, relationship them as two complementary
with God, and moral responsibilities. components in the construction of the
The verse not only refers to the world. The creation of women embodies
partnership of men and women in beauty and gentleness, contrasting with
creation but also provides a foundation the strength and wisdom of men, and
for broader ideas such as gender justice, this balance forms the foundation for
legal equality, and the inherent dignity of establishing a stable Islamic family and
every human being (The Quran, 4: 1). society (The Quran, 4: 1; Javadi Āmoli,
Therefore, a deep analysis of this 2002, p. 338).
verse reveals that Islam's perspective The abovementioned verse, which
on men and women begins with refers to understanding and distinguishing
existential unity and establishes a truths, reflects the Quran's general
framework for achieving balance in approach to human self-awareness and
