Prisoners of Traditions: The infiltration of cultural traditions in Islam and the oppressive effects of...

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Sadia Azma

Prisoners of Traditions

The infiltration of cultural traditions in Islam and the oppressive effects of it on Muslim...

Sadia Azma

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Mymajoo LLC
14 April 2025

Comparative religion; Popular culture; Family & relationships

In Prisoners of Traditions, Sadia Azma confronts the harsh reality many Muslim women face: caught between cultural traditions and the true teachings of Islam. Despite Islam's progressive stance on women's rights, outdated pre-Islamic customs, local cultural traditions - especially prevalent in South Asia- continue to oppress women, stripping them of the freedoms and dignity that Islam genuinely upholds.

Sadia sheds light on how these practices, often mistaken for religious obligations, have permeated Muslim communities and led to widespread inequality. This oppression impacts women in all aspects of life-from their education and financial independence to their emotional well-being and social status. As these customs spread across borders, Muslim women globally endure similar struggles, all under the false pretense of faith.

Through a rich mix of personal stories, thought-provoking insights, and religious analysis, Sadia uncovers the stark differences between these cultural practices and Islam's true principles. She makes a compelling case for reclaiming the real values of Islam to empower women and create lasting change.

Prisoners of Traditions is a must-read for anyone exploring the intersection of religion, culture, and women's rights. It calls for a re-examination of outdated traditions and a future where women's rights are fully recognized.

By: Sadia Azma
Imprint: Mymajoo LLC
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 16mm
Weight: 381g
ISBN: 9798349222962
Pages: 284
Publication Date: 14 April 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Sadia Azma is a professional engineer with over nine years of experience in the computer software industry. Passionate about human rights, particularly women's rights, Sadia shifted focus to advocacy and writing, aiming to uplift and empower Muslim women.Born into a religious Indian Muslim family, Sadia witnessed the damaging impact of un-Islamic traditions on Muslim women, especially in the Indian Subcontinent. This inspired the debut book, Prisoner of Traditions, which examines how local customs and pre-Islamic ideologies have altered Islamic teachings on women's rights.

Reviews for Prisoners of Traditions: The infiltration of cultural traditions in Islam and the oppressive effects of it on Muslim women from South Asia

""Sadia bravely and eloquently discusses the intersection of women's issues and Islam in her new book, which is as illuminating as it is engrossing."" Lauren Grodstein - Philolexian Prize nominee and author of A Friend of the Family, a New York Times bestseller.""Sadia's exhaustive research dismantles the misconception that oppression of Muslim women is a consequence of Islamic law."" Sabeeha Rehman - Author of Threading My Prayer Rug and co-founder of the National Autism Association NY Metro chapter.