Science Bhind Hijab

[chacha_jalebi]

There are number of healths and moral benefits that wearing the veil can provide the moral duty of wearing the veil (Hijaab) in Islam is an Often-discussed topic among Muslim women. However, little has been written about scientific reasons that the veil is beneficial for society. There are, in fact, a number of health benefits that wearing the veil can provide, as well as many behavioural science studies that suggest that the Veil is the best attire (clothes) for women.

Protecting the head is very important from a health perspective. Results Of medical tests show that 40-60% of body heat is lost through the head, so persons wearing head coverings during cold months are protected about Fifty-percent more than those who do not. Chinese & Muslim medical texts take this concept even further. In the Hua Di Nei Jing (The Yellow Emperor's Classic on Internal Medicine), wind is said to cause sudden changes within the body, & shaking, swaying, & Other movements that potentially upset the body's equilibrium; thus, creating bad health.

These texts attribute the common cold to wind elements entering the body & causing the typical symptoms of sneezing & a Runny nose. In the traditional Islamic medical texts of Al Jawziyya, we can find numerous references to the "four elements" of fire, water, air, & earth, & How these affect the body in adverse ways. In particular, we are advised to stay away from drafts & to protect our heads in wind, breezes, drafts, & Cold weather.


All outdoor workers should wear some sort of head covering:

For this reason; protecting the head is even more important in warm weather. V.G. Rocine, a prominent brain research specialist, has found that brain Phosphorus melts at 108 degrees; a temperature that can be easily reached if one stays under the hot sun for any length of time without a head covering. When this happens, irreversible brain damage, memory loss & loss of some brain functions can result. Although this example is extreme, Brain damage can still be measured in small degrees from frequent exposure to & overheating of the head. Bernard Jensen, a naturopath & chiropractor, States that this is because the brain runs on the mineral phosphorus, which is very affected by heat.

Hygienic Purposes:

All public should wear a veil or head-covering Workers serving society to ensure cleanliness & purity. Workers in a Number of professions wears "veils" - nurses, fast food workers, and deli Counter workers, restaurant workers & servers, doctors, health care Providers, & many more. In fact, when we compare the number of workers who cover their heads to the number who do not, we find that more people Probably cover their heads than do not.

Social Influence:

Aside from personal & public health benefits of the Veil, it has numerous other benefits to society. In analysing visual data, Ball & Smith discuss the acknowledgement of sociologists that visual representations are influential in shaping people's views of the world & their interpretations of life. Men use visual data to interpret their relationships with the women around them.

Many studies have found that when a person tries to rewire there instinctual perceptions, they are usually only rewired on the surface; their original perceptions still exist on some level. Brain studies show that we exist in a world of constantly varying light variables that force the brain to perform what is called "lateral inhibition" consequently, it provides us with a "steady" image as opposed to a "true" image of what we see.

Furthermore, lateral inhibition networks operate as part of the " Unconscious" brain; largely, without providing any information to the " Conscious" part of the brain about what they are doing. Therefore, the brain can provide varying perceptions of the world without our even being fully conscious of what it is processing.

Further studies cited in Encyclopedia Britannica show that how a female presents herself to society falls under the category of ritualised behaviour through which animals provide specific information to other animals, usually members of its own species. Virtually all-higher animals, Including humans, use displays to some extent to do this, & the best known displays are visual ones.

Some biologists actually restrict the term display to refer to visual signals or gestures. These visual signals, which in animals can be simply a bright colour or plume, encourage attraction. In humans, they are usually exhibited in ornamental hair, make up, or clothing.

In our society, most of the time attractive hairstyles & clothing are worn for the purpose of making the adorner more attractive (advertising & Television has institutionalised this reality). The ever-changing variations in fashion tend to affect the brain because it typically has trouble constantly adjusting to changing shadows & forms in the world.

Reasonably then, through "lateral inhibition," the brain automatically simplifies these images into the unconscious message that attractive hair & clothing is meant to attract. Joining these two concepts together, we can see how the human male could receive the signal of " attraction" from the brain before he has enough time to "block" it by "lowering his gaze." Having to re-form an image already processed by the lateral inhibition network is a cause of stress for most people. Doing this day after day, after seeing many "displays," potentially causes a great cumulative stress on society. Having to re-form an image already processed by the lateral inhibition network is a cause of stress for most people. Doing this day after day, after seeing many "displays," potentially causes a great cumulative stress on society.

Present day stresses arise from many things; among these are the vast amounts of visual & physical input we are bombarded with in this "Information age" of personal freedom. The problem we face in this is that the body still continues to respond in the same fashion as during primitive times, releasing large amounts of these hormones, which can be very harmful . They can cause an increase in blood pressure, damage muscle tissue, lead to infertility, inhibit growth, damage the hippocampus, & suppress the immune system .

The two most effective solutions to this problem are, first , to convince the advertising industry, & society as a whole, to alter the presentation of women to our males. The second & more viable way is to simply influence women to dress modestly , which will help ensure that they do not send inappropriate visual signals to men.

Female Psychological Balance:

Last, but not least, covering the hair can also have a beneficial effect on the female psyche as well. Studies of women being interviewed for jobs show that there is a high correlation between what they wear & their perceptions of how successful they will be in their interviews. There are many more examples of how what we wear can Influence how we act.

Wearing a veil can serve to remind women of their religious duties & behavioural expectations.

It can also serve as a reminder to women that we are not only individuals, but also representatives & diplomats of our "Ummah."

:)

[Kittygyal]

salam.
ta bro for the info :) and a good reminder ''It can also serve as a reminder to women that we are not only individuals, but also representatives & diplomats of our "Ummah."
w.salam

[root]

I am sorry but I think this is totally absurd and nothing more than religous dribble.

As an example, it seems that human's tend not to find people who resemble family members "attractive". This is attributed to an inbuilt instinct that helps prevent in breeding, so scientifically covering the face would be un-natural to say the least. Further, we are as you correctly pointed out highly sociable animals who subconciously read facial expression as feed back whilst communicating. Again, facial coverage prohibits this.

Of course, most scientists subscribe to evolution and you probably don't so it's strange how religion uses science like a "pick n mix" sweet stand by choosing science that they feel can support a given claim whilst ignoring and flaming overwhelming scientific opinion not favourable to a belief.

In all I see absolutely nothing scientific in what you have said, all I see is an attempt to take a square scientific view and squeese it into a round religous hole.

Another point about hygiene, I actually have two:

1. Male/female selection for mating (forming a life long bond) is quite a serious matter and we have evolved over millions of years fine tuning this. Clean shiny hair shows you to be in good condition for reproduction among many other visual identities and is one of many. Again, I see nothing natural to covering this.

2. 73.6% of all statistics in forums are made up on the spot so i find this statement very very suspect:

In fact, when we compare the number of workers who cover their heads to the number who do not, we find that more people Probably cover their heads than do not.

Finally, if we are talking the covering of hair purely as a religous significance and not the face then each to thier own only please don't peddle so called scientific claims that directly contradict the mainstream scientific community opinion

[chacha_jalebi]

:p lol well i jus got in dis in a email, i dint propa lik examine it lol :p , n most of it sounds kool!! n Allah (swt) knows best!!

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[wilberhum]

I am sorry but I think this is totally absurd and nothing more than religious dribble.
Well said! But with out great analysis, I was confused as to why men are not required to ware the Hijab.

[*LJ*]

I am sorry but I think this is totally absurd and nothing more than religious dribble.
Well said! But with out great analysis, I was confused as to why men are not required to ware the Hijab.

Women are viewed differently in (any) society to men, women are seen for their beauty to a much greater extent than men are.
You can read this book online for more information-page 23 is where the information about hijaab starts...

http://www.fisabilillah.org/read_books.asp?id=48&order=

I hope that helps inshaAllah (God willing). This book answers a lot of common questions that many non-muslims ask about Islam and is very helpful....if that doesn't answer your question, don't hesitate to ask again :)

[cleo]

See Rule #17

I am thankful for this information. When I was young, my grandparents were from the old country, Norway and Finland, and we had to always wear headcoverings. No one ever said why, just that it was healthy, and we would be warmer. This reminded of this, and I am grateful for the information. I will pay heed...it is cold were we live..
The people from the past depended on these things to stay healthy, and Allah provides a way.

[aamirsaab]

:sl:
I don't know why we need science to tell female muslims to wear hijab. Surely, God's words are enough? weirdos.

[Umar001]

Erm, I dont get it, from what I read it states like that, if the brain gets hot something happens? But personally speaking, when I wear my scarf my head is hotter than when I dont wear it, so wouldnt that make it worse??

[Daffodil]

I was confused as to why men are not required to ware the Hijab.

because lets face it men are the uglier sex.

a mans hijab is his beard.

[chacha_jalebi]

:sl:
I don't know why we need science to tell female muslims to wear hijab. Surely, God's words are enough? weirdos.

yup Allah (swt) words r enuf bro, but sumtimes ATHEISTS & others, need scientific prove :) n here it iss :p

[Daffodil]

but sumtimes ATHEISTS & others, need scientific prove n here it iss

u cant look for scientific proofs in everything, the proof is the quran itself. The fact that Allah swt ses u have to do something is enough. what happens wen u cant think of scientific proofs?

[Musaafirah]

err..is it not stated in the Qur'an that those who disbelieve..Allah has covered them so that they do not see nor hear..if you get what i mean..as in..they dont believe..so no matter what you say or do to prove anything..they still wont believe..just a thought :P

[chacha_jalebi]

lol u lot actin lik i actually went fru all d effort n wrote d article, i saw it so i posted it lol :)

[Musaafirah]

Hey! i didnt say anything to you in particular..am jus sayin..that those who dont want to believe..won't believe..no matter how many proofs u giv em..

[chacha_jalebi]

tru say sis :) but as muslims we sud alwyz try 2 show dem proof, bcos in d Quran it says

"We will show them our proofs in the horizons, and within themselves, until they realize that this is the truth. Is your Lord not sufficient as a witness of all things?"

[Holy Qur'an 41:53]

so once we see dese proofs (whether in a scientific form or normal form) we sud show it 2 d kafirs!!

but yup u tru, sum of der hearts hav been sealed :)

[Musaafirah]

:sl:
Hmm..at least ur trying..i guess..and thanx for the source! Now if I ever come across a difficult situation i'll bear this in mind insha'allah ..
:w:..
(ooh..jalebis? i prefer gajar ka halwas..yummo!)

[Muezzin]

because lets face it men are the uglier sex.

You've never seen Raiden, have you? :p

[seek.learn]

Salaam o alaikum,

:sl:
Surely, God's words are enough? weirdos.

Hear Hear!

And as far as proving to the nonbelievers is concerned. I would suggest everyone see the video brother Ahmed has on his page. Excellent points we should keep in mind.

Secondly, Allah alone knows whose hearts have been sealed and whose hasnt. We all do our part. Leave the rest to God.

Brother Muezzin. Funny indeed.

I would actually have to agree with root to some extent. I couldnt make too much sense out of that article, and wouldnt really consider it as Scientific.

Allahu Alim.
Thanks for sharing anyways.

Alaikum Salaam

[QURBAN]

Peace To Those Who Follow the Guidance!

It is not required of the believer to always find a scientific justification for the divine prohibitions.

Kind Regads

[searchingsoul]

[QUOTE=Daffodil;311476]because lets face it men are the uglier sex.

QUOTE]

Being a heterosexual female I tend to disagree with this statement.:okay:

[searchingsoul]

Peace To Those Who Follow the Guidance!

It is not required of the believer to always find a scientific justification for the divine prohibitions.

Kind Regads

I like your statement. I also think that trying to find scientific justification behind the hijab probably makes more people question if there's a religious motive behind the hijab. I think it's best to just proudly state that it is ordained by God.

[Mohsin]

I like your statement. I also think that trying to find scientific justification behind the hijab probably makes more people question if there's a religious motive behind the hijab. I think it's best to just proudly state that it is ordained by God.

Agreed

[Musaafirah]

I like your statement. I also think that trying to find scientific justification behind the hijab probably makes more people question if there's a religious motive behind the hijab. I think it's best to just proudly state that it is ordained by God.

Wow! I like your way of thinking! :)

[Umar001]

because lets face it men are the uglier sex.

a mans hijab is his beard.

Is that a proper statement or you kidding arouond sis?
Cos some of us aint hairy and have little beards by nature hope ur not saying we naked! :grumbling


As for bringing proof, of course it can be said, this is ordained by God and this and that, and the proof for muslims should be 'Allah says...' or 'The Prophet says..' (not making the prophet the same as G-d just that G-d uses the prophet in cases)

But when speaking to non-muslims, if the WISDOM behind a prohibition has been granted then surely that is a good thing.

Once a brother said, that people (muslims who already believed in the prophethood of Mohammed) shouldnt wait for 'scientific' proof before adhering to the sunnah, sense the belief is there, but it helps to show the people who dont believe, if we have the wisdom, why we dont do other stuff.

like Abstaining from Pork and so forth you know.

If the wisdom is revealed then use it.

[Muhammad]

:sl:

Let's not make inappropriate comments please.

[Qur'an 4.124] And whoever does good deeds whether male or female and he (or she) is a believer-- these shall enter the garden, and they shall not be dealt with a jot unjustly.

[bint_muhammed]

err..is it not stated in the Qur'an that those who disbelieve..Allah has covered them so that they do not see nor hear..if you get what i mean..as in..they dont believe..so no matter what you say or do to prove anything..they still wont believe..just a thought :P

yeah but Allah has also advised us to be educated not only in islamic term but in all knowledge!!!!!

[bint_muhammed]

[QUOTE=searchingsoul;315218]

because lets face it men are the uglier sex.

QUOTE]

Being a heterosexual female I tend to disagree with this statement.:okay:

LOL;D

[Looking4Peace]

because lets face it men are the uglier sex.

a mans hijab is his beard.

haha clever:giggling:

[primitivefuture]

Being a heterosexual female I tend to disagree with this statement

Yep, and I maybe good support for your argument ;)