This noble verse describes what the polytheists used to say about females. It is important to note that this description reflects **their own words and beliefs**. The Qur’an is quoting the views of the people of pre-Islamic ignorance; it is **not** presenting a divine judgment or evaluation of women.

Allah says:

**“Is one who is brought up in adornment and is unable to express herself clearly in dispute (to be attributed to Allah)?”**  
*(Qur’an 43:18)*

According to their own beliefs and perception of women, they described females in two ways:

First, they considered women weak and believed that they were raised and nurtured in adornment and jewelry.

Second, they claimed that women were unable to speak persuasively or argue effectively in disputes compared to men—**according to their own claim**.

In general, they disliked having daughters, belittled them, and regarded them as inferior.

Yet, despite this, they had the audacity to claim that the angels were the daughters of Allah—Glorified is He above what they ascribe to Him.

Allah says:

**“And they attribute daughters to Allah—Glory be to Him—while for themselves is what they desire.”**  
*(Qur’an 16:57)*

The Qur’an exposes this contradiction with a powerful yet simple argument: **How can you attribute to Allah what you yourselves consider a deficiency?**

In another verse, Allah reproaches them:

**“And they attribute to Allah what they themselves dislike.”**  
*(Qur’an 16:62)*

Glory be to Allah, far above what they associate with Him.

Thus, the purpose of this verse is to expose the corruption of their thinking and the inconsistency of their beliefs. It is **not** describing the true nature of women; rather, it conveys how the polytheists viewed women in their society—a perception shaped by their customs and their low regard for females—and then refutes that flawed mindset.

In reality, describing women as having an interest in adornment and jewelry is **not** a criticism. Rather, it reflects what has commonly been observed regarding women’s natural inclination toward adornment, which is consistent with their innate disposition.

As for strength in argument and eloquence, these qualities depend on the individual—their knowledge, confidence, and ability to communicate. Throughout history, many women have been renowned for their eloquence, persuasive speech, and strength of reasoning.

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