A Critical Study of Honor-Related Violence in Germany

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Author(s): Madhulika Mishra (GLA University, Mathura, India)and Shweta Singh (GLA University, Mathura, India)
Copyright: 2025
Pages: 18
Source title: Criminological Analyses on Global Honor Killing
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Somesh Dhamija (GLA University, India), Tarun Pratap Yadav (GLA University, India), Jae-Seung Lee (Miami University, USA), Harshita Singh (Amity University, India)and Myunghoon Roh (Salve Regina University, USA)
DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3693-7240-1.ch014

Keywords: Criminal Science and Forensics / Criminology & Victimology / Information Science Reference / Social Sciences & Humanities

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This chapter delves into the multifaceted issue of honor-related violence in Germany, examining the responsibilities of families, the state, and civic entities in preventing such crimes. It begins by defining honor-related violence, emphasizing that it is a significant social problem that predominantly affects women and often stems from patriarchal notions of family honor. The chapter scrutinizes the concept of “honor killing,” exploring whether Islamic teachings support or condemn this practice. It elucidates that while some perpetrators may claim religious justification, mainstream Islamic theology and scholars overwhelmingly reject honor killings as un-Islamic and contrary to the principles of justice and compassion. By investigating the root causes, the chapter identifies factors such as patriarchal cultural norms, social pressures, and the struggle to maintain traditional values within a Western context as key drivers of honor-related violence.

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