Maqasid Al-Shariah and Gender Justice: Analysis of the Relationship Husband and Wife in Contemporary Islamic Law
Abstract
The research aims to elucidate the integration of Maqasid Al-Syariah and gender justice within the roles of husband and wife. Employing a qualitative methodology. The findings indicate that Maqasid al-Syariah, as applied to the roles of husband and wife, fosters a more just and equitable understanding of marital relationships in Islamic law. Islam positions men and women as partners who collaborate and support one another. Adherence to Islamic teachings, including maintaining communication, gratitude, mutual happiness, and contentment, is emphasized even in challenging circumstances. The study concludes that contemporary Islamic law encourages shared domestic responsibilities, mutual agreement on financial matters, collaborative family leadership, joint childcare, and shared responsibility for the wife's reproductive health, sincerity and without undue burden on any party
Fields of Study & Subjects
Qur’anic Interpretation Studies
Family and Matrimonial Law
Marriage and Family Dynamics
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Indonesian Journal of Contemporary Multidisciplinary Research
- Volume
- 5
- Issue
- 1
- Pages
- 271–282
- Publication date
- 16 January 2026