Dr. Aisha Abd El-Rahman, also known by her pen name Bint Al-Shati, was a renowned Egyptian writer, scholar, and feminist born in 1913 in Damietta, Egypt. She made significant contributions to Arabic literature and Islamic studies, breaking societal barriers for women in academia. Despite facing restrictions on her education as a young girl, Aisha pursued her studies in secret. Later, she graduated from Cairo University, becoming one of the first women in Egypt to receive a higher education.

Dr. Aisha’s work focused on the interpretation of the Qur’an and the role of women in Islamic history. She wrote extensively on women’s rights within an Islamic framework and criticized the cultural practices that marginalized women. Her most famous works include “Women in the Qur’an” and “The Wives of the Prophet”, which highlight the lives of influential women in Islamic history.

In addition to her academic work, Dr. Aisha was a professor at Cairo University and an advocate for women’s education. She received numerous awards for her contributions to literature and social reform before passing away in 1998. Today, Dr. Aisha Abd El-Rahman is celebrated as a trailblazer who paved the way for future generations of women in the Arab world.