Teaching the Quran to Women in Mosques

Question
Regarding Quran study circles, is teaching the Quran to women in mosques or homes an innovation? I discussed this with a sister of mine, and she says it is an innovation and was not practiced during the time of the Prophet, peace be upon him?
Answer
I say, and with God's success: Teaching the Quran and religious matters to women in mosques and homes is a commendable and recommended innovation; because it involves teaching Islam, spreading its knowledge, and helping people live and apply Islam. And God knows best.
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