Melanie Davidson's mother was subjected to rape, ultimately resulting in her birth. Unbeknownst to Melanie, her very existence acted as a painful reminder of her mother's violation, leading to years of verbal and physical mistreatment. However, Melanie felt a spiritual duty to revere her mother and held this belief especially strongly upon converting to Islam.
The Qur'an commands that believers should "Reverence the wombs that bore you", though what must one do when the same wombs caused harm? In Reverencing the Wombs That Broke You, Umm Zakiyyah provides answers, exploring Melanie's story of reconciliation and healing in the face of abuse. Drawing upon mental health experts, divine scriptures, and survivors, the author's reflections challenge readers to redefine the concept of honouring thy mother.
Author: Umm Zakiyyah
Contributions: Melanie Davidson and Haleh Banani
Format: Paperback
Pages: 160
Publisher: Al Walaa Publications
Published: 2017
ISBN: 9781942985099
Dimensions: 152 x 229 x 9mm
