Symbolic representation of daughter in Sindhi culture

Mohammad Sajjad Abro

doi:10.29052/2413-4252.v1.i1.2015.17-20

Symbolic representation of daughter in Sindhi culture

Authors

Mohammad Sajjad Abro Management and Development Center, Hyderabad

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.29052/2413-4252.v1.i1.2015.17-20

Keywords:

Daughter, Sacred, Virginity, Sexuality, Honor

Abstract

The paper analyzes symbolic representation of a daughter as a Niyani (goddess) and Satt Qur’an (seven Qur’ans), and associates it with her sexuality. It is argued that these symbols are a means of control to protect virginity and regulate sexuality of women.

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Published

2015-12-01

How to Cite

Mohammad Sajjad Abro. (2015). Symbolic representation of daughter in Sindhi culture. International Journal on Women Empowerment, 1, 17–20. https://doi.org/10.29052/2413-4252.v1.i1.2015.17-20