The role of Women in Islam

Religious education

Men and women are both of equal value to God and both are equally accountable for their good and bad deeds

Men and women were both made in the image of God

Which of the following is true about the belief of the status of women within Islam?

The men and women have interchangeable roles

The woman goes out to work and provides for the family

The woman looks after her husband, prepares food for the family and teaches the children the basics of Islam

Which of the following best describes the role of women traditionally in Islam?

It is common to see a woman leading prayers in a mosque (be an imam)

Women are exempt from attending prayers in a mosque, and if they do attend, can sit amongst the men

Women are exempt from attending prayers in a mosque, and if they do attend, must sit separately from men

Women are obligated to attend prayers in a mosque

Which of the following is true about women in worship in Islam?

In some Islamic countries, there are restrictions on women's rights.

All Muslims believe a face covering for women is obligatory.

They are the leader of worship both at home and in church.

They take care of the household and the family.

What is the traditional Christian view of the role of women?

They believe that everyone is equal so men and women should have equal roles in the family.

They believe that while men and women are equal they have different strengths.

They follow the teachings of St Paul who said that women had the same role as men.

Why do some Christians disagree with the traditional role of women?

Many Orthodox Churches and Roman Catholic

Which Churches do NOT allow women to lead worship?

In the Roman Catholic Church women are allowed to deliver readings in church.

Female bishop in the Roman Catholic Church.