Deconstructing Misogynistic Interpretations: A Gender-Just Fiqh Approach to the Role of Women in Family and Career

This study focuses on gender injustice within families, particularly as experienced by women working in environments where misogynistic ideologies continue to dominate and shape domestic relations. The theoretical framework suggests that this problem stems from gender-biased interpretations of traditional fiqh, especially concerning concepts such as qawāmah. The research examines how ideology influences decision-making, role distribution, and women's financial autonomy, thereby creating burdens and obstacles. By offering a more just perspective, the study seeks to deconstruct misogynistic tendencies embedded in family. A mixed-methods approach was employed, combining critical analysis of Qur'anic exegesis with empirical data collected from 100 respondents and in-depth interviews with 10 informants in South Tangerang. The findings show that misinterpretations of fiqh reinforce family injustices, while progressive perspectives aligned with contextual and justice-oriented interpretations also emerge. The study concludes that both social and theological factors shape gender injustice. Consequently, achieving egalitarian and just relationships requires a paradigm shift through the progressive revision of Islamic family law toward gender justice.