The Biographies of Eastern Women in the Book 'Nuzhat al-Jalasa fi Ash'ar al-Nisa' by al-Suyuti (d. 911 AH / 1505 CE ) "

Abstract

Islam has given great attention to women, viewing them with pride and respect, especially after they had suffered in the pre-Islamic era from the loss of their most fundamental right—the right to life. Socially, women hold the roles of mother, sister, daughter, aunt, and more. Scientifically, women have achieved high status in society by participating alongside men in attending gatherings, engaging in discussions and debates, composing poetry, and contributing to all forms of knowledge and learning.

Many historians have documented the lives of notable women in their works. Among them is Jalal al-Din al-Suyuti, one of the prominent figures of the 9th-10th centuries AH (15th-16th centuries CE). Al-Suyuti belonged to a family of notable status in society, holding many influential positions. He authored numerous books across various fields, enriching libraries and benefiting students of knowledge. One of these works is the book Nuzhat al-Julasa fi Akhbar al-Nisa (The Pleasure of the Gatherers in the Stories of Women), in which he recorded accounts of a group of Eastern women, who were the focus of our study, as well as a selection of Andalusian women