Ladies, let’s talk. Ever felt like society has way too many opinions about who you should be? Be modest, but not too modest. Be confident, but not too confident. Marry early, but don’t rush it. It’s exhausting. But guess what? The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) didn’t play that game. In fact, he consistently uplifted women, championed their worth, and called out nonsense long before Twitter existed.
So, if you ever need a reminder that your worth isn’t up for debate, here are six times the Prophet (ﷺ) made it crystal clear that women should know their value. Let’s go!
1. When He Declared Women Are Equally Important in the Eyes of Allah
Imagine a time when baby girls were literally buried alive because people saw them as worthless. Now enter Islam, where the Prophet (ﷺ) straight-up said:
“Indeed, the most noble of you in the sight of Allah is the most righteous among you.” (Qur’an 49:13)
Notice how gender isn’t mentioned? Because your worth is tied to your character, not your chromosomes. Period.
2. When He Praised Women Who Speak Up
Ever been told to “just stay quiet” when something unfair happens? Not on the Prophet’s (ﷺ) watch. When a woman named Khawlah bint Tha’labah confronted the Prophet (ﷺ) about unfair treatment from her husband, guess what happened? Allah revealed an entire Surah in response, Surah Al-Mujadilah (58:1-4).
Sis, if the Quran literally acknowledges a woman’s complaint, you can bet your chai latte that your voice matters.
3. When He Turned Dowries into a Flex for Women
Let’s talk about money. In some cultures, women are made to feel like a burden on their families. But Islam? The Prophet (ﷺ) flipped the script. He made dowries a right for women, and even said:
“The best of dowries is that which is easiest (most affordable).” (Abu Dawood)
Translation? A woman’s worth isn’t measured by how much gold she comes with, it’s about who she is. Now that’s a vibe.
4. When He Showed That Women Deserve Respect, Even in Marriage
Ladies, if the Prophet (ﷺ) could be the greatest man to walk the earth and still help with household chores, no man has an excuse. Aisha (RA) was asked what the Prophet (ﷺ) was like at home. Her response?
“He used to serve his family.” (Bukhari)
The best of men aren’t the ones who expect women to wait on them hand and foot. They’re the ones who treat women as partners.
5. When He Shut Down Body Shaming
Raise your hand if you’ve ever been told you’re too skinny, too curvy, too something. The Prophet (ﷺ) made it very clear that belittling someone’s appearance is not okay. He once told his companions:
“It is enough evil for a man to hold his Muslim brother in contempt.” (Muslim)
And guess what? That applies to sisters, too. You’re fearfully and wonderfully made, no filter needed.
6. When He Made It Clear That Knowledge is for Women, Too
There’s a reason why Aisha (RA) became one of the greatest scholars in Islam. The Prophet (ﷺ) encouraged women to seek knowledge, saying:
“Seeking knowledge is an obligation upon every Muslim.” (Ibn Majah)
Not just men. Not just people with beards. Every. Muslim. So, whether you want to be a scientist, writer, entrepreneur, or scholar, go for it. You have every right to chase your ambitions.
Final Thoughts: Your Worth Is Not Up for Debate
If you ever feel like the world is trying to shrink you, remember this: the Prophet (ﷺ) expanded the space for women in ways that were unheard of in his time. Your self-worth isn’t defined by outdated expectations or cultural pressures. It’s defined by who you are in the eyes of Allah, and that, my friend, is priceless.
So walk with confidence. Speak with courage. And never, ever forget your worth.