revisiting women’s rights and responsibilities in islam

in the glorious qur’an there are 400 holy verses about women , which is a sign of their great significance in god’s eyes . in addition to portraying women’s real image , qur’an has defined the women’s rights and responsibilities in various aspects of life, including in families and the society, and properly defended those rights . in addition to the holy verses of the glorious qur’an there are numerous sayings and narrations by infallible imams (p ) and saints in which women’s exalted human status is properly described.the islamic teachings, including the qur’anic verses and the prophet’s traditions , in the field of human beings’ responsibilities, individuals’ roles , and family structures the need for women’s presence in societies is properly defined so that both genders will perform their tasks properly will be awarded appropriate with their contributions .