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Transgender Rights according to Islam

 Islam places a strong emphasis on human dignity, justice, and compassion. While classical Islamic jurisprudence did not use the modern term “transgender,” it did acknowledge the existence of individuals who did not conform fully to male or female categories. The Islamic approach to such matters is thoughtful and rooted in mercy, fairness, and medical understanding.

Recognition of Intersex Individuals (Khuntha) and Gender Ambiguity

  • Historical Acknowledgment: Early Islamic scholars identified and addressed the condition of khuntha—individuals born with both male and female biological traits.

  • Practical Guidelines: Islamic legal rulings provided specific guidance for khuntha in matters such as inheritance, placement in prayer rows, and burial rites, depending on their predominant characteristics.

  • Beyond a Binary View: This acknowledgment reflects that Islamic jurisprudence allowed for gender complexity in certain cases and did not impose a rigid binary when the situation was medically or biologically ambiguous

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