Ameliasocurvy Hijab (2024)

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What is the paradox of the hijab? ›

In Maududi's understanding of Islam, a Muslim woman cannot “wear glamorous clothes that attract attention, nor should she cherish the desire to display the charms of the face and the hand, nor should she walk in a manner as may invite the attention of others.” He goes on to misinterpret Islam, saying: “It [Islam] says ...

To look attractive in a hijab, choose a color that compliments your skin tone and opt for a fabric that flatters your face shape. Style your hijab with elegant pins or accessories to add a touch of personality.

However, others could view a woman's hijab as a mark of her attractiveness by dedication to her religion. Throughout Islam's history, the hijab has been viewed as a symbol of modesty and the concealment of one's beauty.

In Shia jurisprudence, by consensus, it is obligatory for women to cover their hair, and the entire body except her hands and face, while in the presence of people of the opposite sex other than close family members.

Sura 24, Noor (Light), verses 30 -31

According to the above verse, Muslim women should cover themselves modestly. It specifies only that their bosoms be covered. The Qur'an does not, however, spell out the details of such a covering.

According to the Holy Quran, wearing a hijab is a must. A woman who does not wear a hijab or finds difficulty wearing it is definitely committing a sin. The hijab concept is that it protects the modesty of women by covering their hair externally, but internally also protects their innocence.

In Islam, the hijab is considered a requirement, but in the words of the Qu'ran, "there is no compulsion in religion", meaning Muslims have a choice in their religious practice. This is why some Muslim women choose not to wear the hijab and instead observe modesty in other ways.

Wearing of the hijab is a sign of a woman's willing submission to sharia, or Islamic law and custom. For a time in Muslim history, veiling, wearing a head covering that may or may not also conceal the face, was seen as a status symbol in addition to a practice of modesty.

Skin care is an essential part of personal hygiene and well being. Islam has always placed a strong emphasis on hygiene. In addition to the need to be ritually clean at the time of the daily prayer through ablution and ritual bath, there are a large number of other hygiene-related rules governing the lives of Muslims.

Muslim-majority Tajikistan banned the hijab completely on 20 June 2024. In several countries in Europe, the wearing of hijabs has led to political controversies and proposals for a legal ban.

When can a woman take off her hijab? ›

You can remove your hijab when you are with your mahram or your close male relatives that you cannot marry, such as your father, grandfather, uncle, or son-in-law. These are your mahram relatives, with whom marriage is forbidden.

Until the age of six or seven, girls have colourful skirts, blouses and sometimes a little pastel scarf. From the age of 7 to about 12, most girls wear a white or black chador or hijab. When girls are around 13-15 years old it's often time for a burka.

Wearing of the hijab is a sign of a woman's willing submission to sharia, or Islamic law and custom. For a time in Muslim history, veiling, wearing a head covering that may or may not also conceal the face, was seen as a status symbol in addition to a practice of modesty.

Across the world, the hijab is a personal religious choice made by women. In Iran, however, it was transformed into a symbol of oppression and marginalization. The current rejection of the hijab by Iranian protesters, therefore, does not necessarily equal a rejection of Islam, or Islamic values.

In Islam, the hijab is considered a requirement, but in the words of the Qu'ran, "there is no compulsion in religion", meaning Muslims have a choice in their religious practice. This is why some Muslim women choose not to wear the hijab and instead observe modesty in other ways.

In some Islamic societies, wearing the hijab/niqab/burqa is mandated by law and women face harsh punishments if they flout it. In other Islamic societies, there is no law but there is familial and social pressure to wear it. In some others, even if rare, women genuinely have a choice in the matter.