ALT The article explores the struggle for gender equality within Islam, noting the clash between traditional family laws and modern ideals. It discusses the feminist debate within Islam, where some reject religion as inherently patriarchal while others advocate engagement with Islamic teachings. Bridging the gap between classical Islamic justice and modern equality is identified as a key challenge. Islamic feminists are portrayed as reformist thinkers providing ethical guidance for just laws. The distinction between Shari‘a (God's will) and fiqh (human-derived jurisprudence) is highlighted as crucial for change within Islam. The article concludes by recognizing the potential for the close link between theology and politics to challenge patriarchal structures and promote egalitarian ideologies within the Islamic tradition.