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This is an interesting question. There is nothing in either the Qur'an or the Sunna supporting Female Circumcision further those societies which practice this have done so for ages longer than they have been either Muslim or Christian. Further there is no known Hadith which requires female circumcision. Some have argued that one Hadith, appears to accept it: "Circumcision is a commendable act for men (Sunnah) and is an honorable thing for women (Makromah)." [Al-shawkani, Nayl Al-awtar, Dar Al-Jeel, Beirut, 1973, vol. 1, p. 139.]
There are two observations on this Hadith:a) A distinction must be made between male circumcision which is described as commendable (ie Sunnah) while another quite a different description is given to female circumcision (Makromah) which term implies no binding religious obligation.
b) As well this Hadith is considered to be of weak authenticity according to Hadith scholars.
However, there is a more authentic Hadith in which the Prophet Muhammad (Pbuh) is reported to have passed by a woman performing circumcision on a young girl. He instructed the woman, saying:"Cut off only the foreskin (outer fold of skin over the clitoris; the prepuce) but do not cut off deeply (i.e. the clitoris itself), for this is brighter for the face (of the girl) and more favorable with the husband." [Al-Tabarani, quoted in Al-albani, Muhammad N., Silsilat al-Ahadeeth Al-Sahihah, Al Maktab Al-Islami, Beirut, Lebanon, 1983, vol. 2, Hadeeth no. 722, pp. 353-358 espeically pp. 356-257. See also N. Keller (translator/editor), The Reliance of the Traveller by Ahmad al-Masri, Modern Printing Press, Dubai, 1991, e 4.3, p. 5]
While it is true that the Prophet (Pbuh) did not explicitly ban this practice it is also true that his words have within them a deep well of sensitivity to the needs of females and to their matrimonial happiness and their legitimate enjoyment within marriage.
Muhammad's words also stand in stark contrast to the argument that female circumcision "controls" the woman's sexual appetite and hence contributes to her sexual morality and virtue. While it is true that Islam requires adherents of both genders to be chaste, there is no text in the Qur'an or Sunnah which requires curtailment of the sexual desire of women. Because chastity and virtue are based on the person's spiritual and moral values not upon the removal of a sensitive and crucial human organ.
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Can an imam perform circumcision?
Muslims were never banned from practicing malecircumcision. Female circumcision is forbidden and it is not an Islamic practice .
Do Jewish women have female circumcision?
No. Female Circumcision is prohibited in Judaism and almost no Jewish women are circumcised. Female Circumcision is much more common in Africa and the Islamic World.
What country has the highest female circumcision?
Egypt has the highest female circumcision than any other country. Africa is the second most country with high female circumcision.
Which country has The highest female circumcision rate?
The country with the highest female circumcision rate is Egypt.
Expalin Pakistan idelogy in the Islamic perspective?
Explain Pakistan ideology in the Islamic perspective?
Why is it okay to circumcise a male but not okay to circumcise a female?
Updated Answer (from Islamic Perspective)Male circumcision is compulsory, per Islam and Jeudaism religions following God commands to Prophet Abraham. Female circumcision is not religion requirement in Islam. In addition, male circumcision does not negatively affect the degree of feeling pleasure during doing sex. However, female circumcision affects negatively and dramatically the degree of feeling pleasure during doing sex.AnswerI think its because male circumcision is less disfiguring than female circumcision, which amounts to genital mutilation. Male circumcision has roots in Judiasm and onward into Islam. Therefore, it is a religious rite for about 20% of the world. In addition, in the USA anti- masturbation forces thought circumcision the answer to excessive self- satisfaction of the male glands. Both female and male circumcision in my eyes are barbaric rituals that are bogus.The majority of the worlds men do not accept circumcision as the foreskin plays an important part of the maintenance and performance of the penis. The reason it is not being looked down upon the degree that it should be is because it is a Jewish tradition and Jews have a large influence over editorial in the mainstream media of the west. They are both genital mutilation though.
Does Indonesia practice circumcision-?
Yes, Indonesia does practice circumcision; male and female. This is referred to as Khitan.
What is female circumcision also called?
Female genital mutilation.
Does Malaysia practice circumcision?
Yes, Malaysia does practice male and female circumcision. It is known as Khitan.
What country has the highest circumcised?
Egypt has the highest female circumcision than any other country. Africa is the second most country with high female circumcision.
What is counseling in Islamic perspective?
Counseling in Islamic perspective entails incorporating the teachings of the Quran, the hadiths of the Prophet and Sunnah. Professionals incorporate Islamic values and ethics during counseling.
Does female circumcision prevent cancer?
No, female circumcision does not prevent cancer.
