Singing as a special form of ius resistendi – Afghan women’s protest against the banning of their voices

Kanyar, Adrienn (2025) Singing as a special form of ius resistendi – Afghan women’s protest against the banning of their voices. SCIENTIA ET SECURITAS. ISSN 3057-9759 (In Press)

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Abstract

The holy book of Islam, the Quran, is not a code of law. Nevertheless, Islamic law primarily bases its principles on the Quran and fills in its shortcomings with the help of the Sunnah, among other things. Thus, individual verses of the Quran are given legal content through free interpretation and form. However, groups that profess extremist ideas, such as the Taliban, bend the verses of the Quran to their liking, thus supporting their views, while distorting the true message of Islam. Their strongly purist views prohibit the emotional world outside of religion, so in addition to classical mysticism, art, including music, has been banned. The terror against musicians and the strict regulations have brought silence to the entire territory of the country, which has not only erased music, but also Afghan culture itself. The only legal form of musical expression is henceforth exclusively Orthodox material, such as Quran recitations, calls to prayer, and other forms related to religious practice. Radio stations and other news and media platforms may also broadcast exclusively Orthodox material.

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