Abstract

The 21st century is characterized by knowledge and skills, essential for national progress. Every member of society, including women, must contribute significantly to the country's development. However, outdated and narrow societal views have restricted women from accessing knowledge, wrongly claiming it as solely for men. In Islam, it is inevitable for women to participate in knowledge and skills. The doors to knowledge and skills have been opened for women without any religious prohibition, as acquiring knowledge is divinely ordained. Throughout history, women have actively contributed in various fields such as education, industry, trade, agriculture, and labor during the Prophet's time. Notably, Hazrat Aisha (RA) was a renowned narrator, while Hazrat Khadijah Al-Kubra (RA) excelled as an international trader. In Islam, both men and women are encouraged to adorn themselves with knowledge, which is considered a form of enrichment. Therefore, it is imperative for women to utilize their God-given talents across different aspects of life, consistent with Sharia law's perspective on their involvement in knowledge and skills.