hijaab east and west

[sheerheart1]

salaam aleykum wr wb,my sisters in islam:rollseyes
firts i thought i shoul not write about this topic then i thought why not because i have a efew friends and spoke to them about this subject a few who did not wear hijaab are now wearung through encouragement to wear it alhamdulilah :thankyou:


Many muslim sisters weather they are from muslim housholds or not and are reverts.
These days are finding it very hard to wear hijaab and islamic dress
(eg,loose clothing and scarf)
Sometimes through the lack of encouragement , lack of understanding and pride,and media and pop stars play a role also so friends who are not muslims(who can dress as they please)and even in some households where where islamic rules and not taught and are laspe and libreal often you find even in some religious familys don't advice thier daughters and sisters to wear hijaab and cover untill much older .
Then the girl has great difficulty in ajusting to wearing the dress code they are sometimes forced to wear and without encouragement.
Even some sisters whom are reverts or have been muslims all thier lives give excuses and answer " sister the hijaab is of the heart we don't have to wear hijaab " or we feel suffacated by it......
but then some sister will explain to them that it is a command and law of Allah .s.w..t and a requirement for us also.
We often get sway by western media and no muslim who say liberation!!!! liberation!!!
You don't have to wear it -it's old fashioned, its an old law, laws are ment to be broken.
Even you see muslim sisters these days wearing very tight clothing (to reveal thier figures)showing thier legs (this is also not allowed)but loose fitting garments.
let me ask you a question?
IF our prophet came and knocked on your door and you answered it,would you feel pride or embarrassed in front of him do you really think he would enter our households??? why we are dressed like that.
my dear sisters in islam this is the dunya its only a tempory life for us our strive insha'allah is jannah hopefully insha'allah
Do we as muslim sisters of this family of islam want to flaunt the laws of our beloved Allah s.w.t. and prophet s.w.s
we need to remind each other with love and respect and encouragement especially those sisters whom are having a hard time with this humberley explaining to them that this is a request from our beloved Allah and also a law he gave us to forfil.
And do we really want to disobey our beloved Allah.s.w.t we should forfil this small but important law with hope in doing so Allah is happy with us
I pray and hope that Allah guides all my sisters in islam to stand firm and ignore the whispers of shataain to wear thier hijaab and islamic dress with pride for Allah.s.w.t and may Allah guide us to jannah ameen
(i am happy wearing mine alhamdulilah):statisfie

 

[Kittygyal]

well sis i have reverted and am not going to lie but here and there i do wear it and proud of it

well you are sis i am finding it hard to wea loose clothing and that but then again i am learning

take care

 

[sheerheart1]

well sis i have reverted and am not going to lie but here and there i do wear it and proud of it

well you are sis i am finding it hard to wea loose clothing and that but then again i am learning

take care

salaam sister i am also a revert may Allah always guide u ameen:sister:

 

[Kittygyal]

salaam sister i am also a revert may Allah always guide u ameen:sister:

nice to hear that sis and amin

take care

 

[Sanaa']

salam..
I was born a Muslim, and I do wear a hijab. The only problem is though - and I know this is weird, I feel embaraased saying it - is that I wear jeans/pants all the time. I want to start wearing skirts, or a jilbaab, but my mom doesn't want to go out and spend that money.. it's really annoying. If she does, she'll get me like one skirt, but I mean, I can't wear that every day you know.

Anyways, I don't think that when sisters are contemplating converting to Islam the hijaab should be enforced on them. I mean, yeah, a hijaab is an impoortnat part of a Muslim sisters identity, but it's not the most important part. I know some sisters who were seriously thinking about converting, but then the Hijaab was forced on them that they changed their minds. A sister should be totally comfortable with the other, more important aspects of Islam, before the Hijab is imposed on her - atleast that's my opinion.
salam

 

[Kittygyal]

well sis wearing Jeans and tops and stuff doesn't look nice with a scarf on well anyway that's my opinion tho

take care

 

[IbnAbdulHakim]

salaam aleykum wr wb,my sisters in islam:rollseyes

whats the rolling eyes about? lol??

 

[sumay28]

salam..
I was born a Muslim, and I do wear a hijab. The only problem is though - and I know this is weird, I feel embaraased saying it - is that I wear jeans/pants all the time. I want to start wearing skirts, or a jilbaab, but my mom doesn't want to go out and spend that money.. it's really annoying. If she does, she'll get me like one skirt, but I mean, I can't wear that every day you know.

Anyways, I don't think that when sisters are contemplating converting to Islam the hijaab should be enforced on them. I mean, yeah, a hijaab is an impoortnat part of a Muslim sisters identity, but it's not the most important part. I know some sisters who were seriously thinking about converting, but then the Hijaab was forced on them that they changed their minds. A sister should be totally comfortable with the other, more important aspects of Islam, before the Hijab is imposed on her - atleast that's my opinion.
salam

I agree to a certain extent. But if the hijab is a problem for the sister, then her iman is not strong enough to revert. Her love for the deen is not there yet. When it's there, she'll want to wear hijab. Also, not wearing a hijab for a woman makes it hard to practice islam. Modesty is extremely important for a muslim woman.

 

[Umm Yoosuf]

Originally Posted by Sanaa'
salam..
I was born a Muslim, and I do wear a hijab. The only problem is though - and I know this is weird, I feel embaraased saying it - is that I wear jeans/pants all the time. I want to start wearing skirts, or a jilbaab, but my mom doesn't want to go out and spend that money.. it's really annoying. If she does, she'll get me like one skirt, but I mean, I can't wear that every day you know.

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Praise be to Allah and masha Allah! Honestly it doesn't cost much. You can get it made. Just buy the material and ask some to make it for you. I get my Jilbaabs and 'abaay's made. It only cost about £10.00. Also some sister's order it from aboard. It doesn't cost much there either.

Anyways, I don't think that when sisters are contemplating converting to Islam the hijaab should be enforced on them. I mean, yeah, a hijaab is an impoortnat part of a Muslim sisters identity, but it's not the most important part. I know some sisters who were seriously thinking about converting, but then the Hijaab was forced on them that they changed their minds. A sister should be totally comfortable with the other, more important aspects of Islam, before the Hijab is imposed on her - atleast that's my opinion.

Yes i agree with some of your points here. One has to give dawah with the best of manners, with hikmah and beautiful preaching. Some sister's the hijab and it's no problem for them and others find it hard. So one has to understand what their concerns are and help them out. Step by step is what sister's should take not rush.

 

[sheerheart1]

whats the rolling eyes about? lol??

[MOUSE]well i did'nt know weather to post this thread or not :rollseyes [/MOUSE]but i did any way :thankyou:

 

[extinction]

I agree to a certain extent. But if the hijab is a problem for the sister, then her iman is not strong enough to revert. Her love for the deen is not there yet. When it's there, she'll want to wear hijab. Also, not wearing a hijab for a woman makes it hard to practice islam. Modesty is extremely important for a muslim woman.

completely off topic but stinky america??

 

[sheerheart1]

I agree to a certain extent. But if the hijab is a problem for the sister, then her iman is not strong enough to revert. Her love for the deen is not there yet. When it's there, she'll want to wear hijab. Also, not wearing a hijab for a woman makes it hard to practice islam. Modesty is extremely important for a muslim woman.

just because one finds it difficult to wear or does not wear does not mean her imaan is not there hijaab is beautiful alhamdulilah i know a few muslim sisters who only wear hijaab when praying does not mean they don't love deen can but with gentle encouragement from other sisters her imaan will get stronger insha'allah and in time she will wear hijaab especially if she is around other sisters who wear it Allah knows best in what you think and do and knows the secrets of the heart :rollseyes

 

[The Ruler]

i am a muslim and do wear a hijab + jilbab....but does anyone here know how i could bring my friend to wearing a scarf, she thinks it isnt compulsory in the UK because we could suffer for it :-\

 

[sheerheart1]

i am a muslim and do wear a hijab + jilbab....but does anyone here know how i could bring my friend to wearing a scarf, she thinks it isnt compulsory in the UK because we could suffer for it :-\

gental encouragement ask her what our nabi would think and hijaab is farz upon us to wear it may take sometimes try to spend time with other sisters with her who wear hijaab and just because ur in england the laws and rules in islam dont change at all ................ i am english myself from birmimgham i am also a revert and iwear both hjaab and abeyyah alhamdulilah may ALLAH ALWAYS KEEP ME IN MY DRESS AMEEN

 

[Maimunah]

salaam

An Islamic Duty

Ever since the appearance of Hijab in the west, there has been a constant crusade against this noble act. The hypocrisy[1] of the Western media has been evident for many years now, through its constant attacks on Islam and Hijab. Despite these attempts, women in Hijab are still on the increase. Thus, a new crusade had to be launched by the advocates of "liberation" and "freedom". For a while now, many Western critics have insisted that the Hijab has nothing to do with Islam. They claim that it is a cultural practice and not a religious one. This has been broadcast in the Western media with the aid of its puppets, the modernist Muslims. People such as Dr Zaki Badawi[2], have pushed this erroneous view for a number of years now. This has led to much confusion amongst ignorant Muslims, and many Muslim women are being led into depriving themselves of this great benefit. So what is the reality behind this issue? Is the Hijab obligatory?

Hijab is an Arabic word which literally means a cover, a screen or a partition. Islamically it refers to the dress code of the Muslim woman. In answering the above question, as Muslims we unashamedly say, Yes!, the Hijab IS OBLIGATORY!! The proofs for this obligation are many, but due to lack of space we will only quote two here. In the Qur’an Allaah says:
"And tell the believing women to lower their gaze and guard their modesty, and not to display their adornment except that which appears ordinarily thereof, and to draw their veils over their necks and bosoms.."
(Sura An-Noor 24:31)
About the words "..except that which appears ordinarily thereof..", then the scholars of Islam have explained that these words refer to the hands and face of a woman. This is supported by the hadith of the Prophet (saws) : "Aisha reported that Asmaa, the daughter of Abu Bakr, entered into the presence of the Messenger of Allaah wearing thin transparent clothing, So the Messenger of Allaah turned away from her saying : ‘O’ Asmaa, when a women reaches the age of menstruation, it is not allowed that any of her should be seen except this’ – and he pointed to his face and two hands."[3] The Hijab is therefore something which MUST cover the entire body of a woman, except her face and hands.[4] It is NOT a simple headscarf which many women wear, because a piece of cloth on the head does not conceal the parts of a woman’s body, which when exposed, are the result of much strife. Besides covering the entire body, the Hijab also has other conditions, such as not being tight, transparent, too colourful or resembling the clothes of a man. These conditions are also proven from Islam.[5]

The Benefits of Hijab

-Obedience- Whilst other women are subjected to the pressures and slavery of modern society, the Muslim woman is truly free from this. In the west, women are expected to conform to the liberal fashions which appear daily. These fashions and expectations are often shaped by men. In this way, women become the slaves of society and man. Hijab is the liberator of this slavery. It takes women away from the obedience of man, to the obedience of the Most Perfect, Allaah. This obedience will only bring about good, because we believe that Allaah is the Most Kind and the Most Just. Slavery to the one with such characteristics, is a slavery of reward and contentment. It is not a slavery from which your fellow human (the woman) is exploited and oppressed, just because your desires and lusts run wild.

As a command of Allaah, the Hijab has united the hearts of so many. Hijab knows no colour, nationality, race, height or weight. Through obedience to Allaah, it truly unites the women of the world. Thus, this unification has surpassed the ranks and shallowness of all female liberation movements. Christian nuns, Jews, Hindus, Sikhs, feminists, lesbians, women boxers and even female gang members, are all known to have become united under Islam and its Hijab. It is truly a force to be reckoned with. It must be remembered that this obedience to Allaah is a voluntary act from most Muslim women. Many assume that those brought up as Muslims, have always been wearing Hijab. However, this is not so. Many Muslim women (especially in the UK), who are Muslim by name, often know very little of Islam. When they discover its true meaning, most of them willingly adopt the Hijab simply to obey their Creator, and not because of any external pressures.

Wearing the Hijab is no futile action. A woman may go through much trial and tribulation[6] because she has obeyed Allaah. But the fulfilment of this action will never go unnoticed, as Allaah say :
"Never will I allow to be lost the actions of any of you; whether male or female"
(Surah Al-Imran 3:195).
The result of these obedient actions will be an everlasting reward. A reward which all Muslim women aspire for. A reward called paradise :
"And whosoever does righteous actions- whether male or female, and is a believer, will enter paradise"
(Sura An-Nisa 4:124).

-A Shield- Allaah says :
"O’ Prophet! Tell your wives and your daughters and the women of the believers to draw their veils over their bodies. That is most convenient that they should be recognised and not be molested"
(Sura Al-Ahzab 33:59)
One of the greatest benefits of Hijab, is the natural protection it gives to a woman. By wearing Hijab, a woman shields herself from the rampant desires of man. By his very nature, man is a creature of intense desire. The Hijab controls this desire and thus not only protects the woman, but also the man. Sexually motivated crimes in the west are on the increase. Rape, molestation and harassment are reaching epidemic levels. Undoubtedly the clothing of a woman has something to do with this. When women walk around with literally nothing on, some men see it as a signal to do as they please. This results in the honour of a woman being scarred for life. The Muslim woman does not have this problem. She knows that when she walks on the streets, the men will not look at her. Why? Because there is nothing for them to look at!! She feels like a princess who is shielded from the savages of her domain. Peace and security is felt beneath the veil. The woman of Hijab does not have to reveal her body in order to gain respect. She does not have to have her ‘bits’ hanging out so that men can drool over her. If a man desires her, then it has to be for her religion and intellect. The Hijab gives him no other choice. She is a woman who is truly shielded from the nature of man.[7]

-Nature- The nature of a woman is fundamentally different from man. Women are more timid, gentle and caring then men. This is the reason why they have been chosen (by Allaah) to be the perfect rearers of children. The Hijab reinforces this nature of the woman. We praise Allaah that he has ordered this Hijab, for the world that we live in seeks to change our very nature as human beings. Men try to be women and women try to be men. People are being led into confusion by the political correctness which is so popular in our societies. Many women have jumped onto the bandwagon of feminism and lesbianism, shouting how evil and oppressive men are. But when one looks at these sad creatures, their delusion is clear. While claiming to hate men, their attire suggests otherwise. Short hair, bomber jackets and steel toecapped boots, are the vogue for these women. Their hatred for men is so much, that their very appearance resembles the enemy!! Some of these women have even gone to the extreme of growing masses of facial hair. The hideous site of these bearded ladies, is enough to put anyone off their dinner!!! Such depravity is far from natural. The Hijab on the other hand, enables the woman to stay as a woman. Rather then being a monstrosity, a woman in Hijab is like an oyster with a beautiful pearl inside it. Her femininity has stayed feminine, without being altered into masculinity. There is no doubt about it, this is a TRUE WOMAN.

-Honour- Contrary to the tales of the media, the Hijab provides an honour for the woman like no other garment does. For many women, a dress designed by Versace[8] or Armani is all the honour they need. But the Hijab carries far more honour then these worthless clothes. Whilst the dresses of the catwalks are designed by mere mortals, the Hijab comes from the one who is immortal, Allaah. Through it a woman is held with the utmost respect. True Muslim men are obliged to keep their Muslim sisters away from the corruption of this world. Thus a Muslim will not allow for someone to ogle his wife, chat her up or harass her. The honour of a Muslim woman demands that this does not happen. How contrary this is to life in the west. Men in the west feel no obligation to protect women from the harms of society. This is why a man will allow his wife to be a stripper, call-girl and even a prostitute. Honour knows no place in the west. This honour will only be achieved from Islam and its Hijab.

The honour of a Muslim woman is so high, that we believe that the state of a society is dependent upon its women. If the women are corrupt and immoral, then the society will be corrupt and immoral. If the women are righteous and god-fearing, then the society will be righteous and god-fearing. Women are the educators of the nation. But if they have no honour and have been corrupted, then society will be void of education and steeped in ignorance. This is the predicament of a society which rejects Hijab. This is the predicament of all Western societies, which stubbornly cling onto their depressing ways of life.

Those who seek to reject Hijab after reading this, then their loss will eventually become apparent. But those who seek to please Allaah through this action, can be sure that this good can only bring more good:
"Is there any reward for good – other then goodness?"
(Sura Ar-Rahman 55:60)
from al-sunnah.com
wasalaam

 

[zed]

I was born into a muslim family, but only started wearing the hijaab about 2 years age. All for the right reasons I must admit. I was also seriously looking a wearing the nikaab, I relocated last summer from living in an area with a high ethnic minority populaltion, to a place where seeing black face is not comman. I feel strongly about wear the hijaab and value the sense of protection it gives me. Any way to cut along story short, I found that when i began to go attend interviews with my hijaab on i wasn't getting the jobs, i was being unsuccessful with the jobs i was over qulified for too. I couldnt understand what the reason was! apparently I had a wealth of knowladge and vast experince 'but no thankyou'
For interview number 15 i took my hijaab off. My friends from where i had moved from were not impressed with me. my interview was a sucesses and I was offered the position. I now work in an area with the biggest council estate in the country with the smallest ethnic minority population. In retrospect taking the hijaab off was not the answer I should have kept faith and tried over and over again until I was accepted for me.

 

[sheerheart1]

masha'allah sis glad u got the job u did what u thought was right but its a shame we have to take off our hijaab to get a job aint it u dont see christians taking off thier crosses do i hope u wear ur hijaab to work now insha'allah u do

 

[Umu 'Isa]

i started wearing hijab before i converted. And when i actually said my shahada i was wearing full niqab. I found it so easy to do, and I felt so proud wearing it. Alhamdulillah.
Obviously my parents are not accepting of this so at home I just wear jeans and a long top and wear the cap thing to cover my hair... to thm it just looks like a bandana thingy.
I have never been ashamed of my hijab, the only thing i am ashamed of is the people who can't and won't accept me and my hijab.

 

[Sanobar]

well i am proud of ma hijab..... i have been wearing hijab since 2 yrs now.... * got to my senses then* kay:

I have never been ashamed of my hijab, the only thing i am ashamed of is the people who can't and won't accept me and my hijab.
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:happy: :happy: i agree with u sis maryam!

 

[cihad]

you know..i'm not really the girly type of girl ifyounowatimean
i try and wear skirty stuff most of the time but do you think its okay to wear like a skirt to your knee and jeans under that-coz like if i see a tree i'll climb it(jokes thats a little far fetched) but i don't like sitting down with the aunties and listen to them exchange recipies ...i don't no i just cant seem to sit still!