DISTINCTIVE FEATURES OF EASTERN THINKERS’ TEACHINGS ON WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP
Abstract
This article analyzes Eastern thinkers’ perspectives on women's rights, focusing on the teachings of Abu Nasr al-Farabi, Abu Ali Ibn Sina, and A.Timur. Unlike Western philosophers such as Socrates and Thales, these Eastern thinkers were among the first to recognize that women can attain spiritual maturity through education and actively participate in governance. Their works mark a significant departure from traditional views, emphasizing the potential for gender equality and women's meaningful roles in society.
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