Within the Muslim video podcast “Tea with the Hazrat,” Imam Timur Kamaev of the Kazan mosque “Irek” sparked controversy by suggesting that women could be subjected to physical discipline for disobedience. This statement stirred a strong reaction from the public.
The Spiritual Administration of Muslims in Tatarstan condemned violence against women as “unacceptable” and a “sin in Islam.” They urged individuals to view the complete podcast, hinting that Kamaev’s words may have been misconstrued, emphasizing a distinction between “beating” and domestic violence.
Initially removed on July 15, the podcast video was reinstated on July 16, as reported by 116.ru. Kamaev declined to address the situation when contacted by journalists.
Referring to Quranic verse 4:34, Kamaev justified his stance on disciplining women for disobedience. He interpreted the verse to suggest that if a woman displays defiance, the husband should first advise her, then distance himself physically, and as a last resort, resort to physical discipline. He stressed that there is a difference between “beating” and…
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