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Bearers of the Words

This chapter examines extant theological views of Prophet Muhammad as an exemplar, noting tensions between humanization and idealization, and introducing Islamic feminist interventions related to exemplariness, prophethood, and emulation. It then engages Christian feminist perspectives on Mary and Mariology from Elisabeth Schüssler Fiorenza, Elina Vuola, and Marcella Althaus-Reid. These theologians explore the way gender, ideal representations, and power are present in Mariology and Marian dogmas and practices. The chapter returns to Muslima theology and outlines ways to re-envision the “beautiful example” of Prophet Muhammad in light of discussions of gender, power, and a hierarchical status quo.