Islamic State crudely interpret the Quran to allow rape

Islamic State’s crude interpretation of the Quran has seen it try to justify the actions of followers who have raped young girls and sold them into sex. Ken Phelan looks at the mindset that allows it

Islamic State crudely interpret the Quran to allow rape

Q: Is it permissible to have intercourse with a female slave who has not reached puberty?

A; It is permissible to have intercourse with the female slave who hasn’t reached puberty if she is fit for intercourse; however if she is not fit for intercourse, then it is enough to enjoy her without intercourse.’

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