Of Milk-Mothers and Sacred Bonds: Islam, Patriarchy, and New Reproductive Technologies
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Authors
Zuhur, Sherifa
Issue Date
1992
Volume
25
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Journal Article
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FIRST PARAGRAPH(S)|Science and technology have introduced new concepts and options to the whole world, including the Muslim world. Some momentous effects of technology include the linkages of previously isolated groups and communities, extension and qualitative change of life and health, and the potential for imminent and horrible human-inflicted death. Conservative and revivalist Islam have fought the effects of new technology at times, but also accommodated religiously based ideology to desired innovations. Examples abound and include the introduction of the telegraph and the telephone, the religious sanctions for family planning, and changes in the civil laws of personal status. Discussion on the potential for new reproductive technologies began some years ago, but relatively little information has accrued...
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25 Creighton L. Rev. 1725 (1991-1992)
Publisher
Creighton University School of Law