During the recent disputed elections in Iran, many Muslim
Women came out to participate. Many were unhappy with the way
that the Revolutionary Guard ignores what Islam says are the rights
of women, and deals from a cultural framework instead.
If a government wishes to be recognized as being Islamic, it
needs to follow Islam and not restrict and rescind the rights of its
people because it wants to stay in power.
There are many disturbing reports coming out of Iran that leaders
of several women's groups have been arrested and/or beaten.
Claims have been made that the punishment was meted out
because the women were not following Islam. In a minority of
cases this is probably true. But it is also true that the protesting
women are focusing attention on issues that the Government would
prefer to have ignored.
Muslim women who know Islam can be the most powerful force
for change in a society, whether Iran or the USA. Allah has given
us the tools, so teach your children, both boys and girls. Give them
the power of Islam so that when facing oppression and
discrimination, they are strong enough to keep their faith and help
others on the path to Allah.
And Pray for out Sisters in Iran, in Afghanistan nd anywhere else
where they are being unjustly dealt with.
