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25 Things You Should Know
About Hijab
by Feeqah • June 28, 2015 • 3 min read • original
Here are 25 things you should know about the Hijab.
1. Hijab is an Arabic word and it refers to a head covering which is
worn by women in public by Muslim women.

Different Types of Hijabs
2. Hijab is known by different names such as headscarf or veil.
3. Even though the hijab is basically associated with only Muslim
women, other women likewise wear the head covering according to
their culture and tradition to show their commitment, modesty or
piety. An example of these can be found in the Jewish and Christian
women who wear headscarves (ArabsinAmerica, 2015).
4. There are various kinds of hijabs such as Khimar, Shayla, Niqab,
Chador, Burqa and the Hijab itself.

5. Khimar is a long cape-like scarf which is wrapped around the head
but hangs in the middle of the back. It generally covers the neck, head,
and shoulders.
Photo: Islamicboutique

6. Shayla is a long rectangular scarf and it is normally wrapped around
the head, secured at the shoulders with hijab pins or safety pins and
covers the head, neck, and shoulders but leaves the face visible.
Photo: Hijabscarves

7. The niqab is the kind of face covering that covers the mouth and
nose but leaves the eyes visible. Since it cannot be worn alone, any
other kind of scarf or a khimar can be worn with it.

Photo: Photobucket

Photo: Photobucket
8. The chador is a long cloak that covers the head down and to a
woman’s feet.Only the face is exposed and is worn mostly by Iranian
Muslim women and women in South Asia.

Photo: Muhajabat

Photo: Muhajabat
9. The burqa is a long loose cloak which covers the whole body from
head to feet leaving a small mesh through which a woman can see
through.

Photo: Zarinas
10. Hijab is commonly worn by Western women and it is a square scarf
which covers the head and neck only but the face remains visible.

Photo: Inayah

Photo: Hijabnow
11. The hijab is not only about covering; it is also the principle of
modesty which includes dressing and behavior.
12. The hijab signifies that woman should not just be judged based on
her physical appearance but by her personality. The use of hijab by the
Muslim women makes men focus more on the personality of the
woman before her physical beauty (Al-Islam).
13. The hijab should not be viewed as a symbol of oppression as
women are generally oppressed even in countries where women do
not make use of hijabs. Oppression of women is mostly due to socio-

economic reasons.
Photo: MediaCache
14. Hijab is worn by Muslim women to clearly express their Muslim
identity (Haddad et al, 2005).
15. Hijab does not stop a woman from acquiring knowledge or using
her knowledge to improve the condition of the society. Prophet
Muhammad (S.A.W.) stated that every man and woman should look for
knowledge even if it’s to China. A good example of a knowledgeable
Muslim woman is the first wife of Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.), Lady
Khadijah (R.A) who was a very rich and successful woman and who
used all her wealth and knowledge to provide support for her husband,
the Prophet (S.A.W.) and to promote her new religion (Islam). (Al-
Islam).
16. Hijab boosts and increases a Muslim woman’s confidence and
comfortability as it does not restrict their movement in any way.

17. Hijab does not stop a woman from looking good and dressing
nicely. After all, looking good and provocative dressing is two different
things.
18. Women who use hijabs such as shawls and veils find it easier to
breastfeed their babies anywhere they are without being the center of
attention or noticed. In other words, the hijab is beneficial to nursing
mothers.
19. Hijab does not stop a woman from working out or having grooming
sessions.
20. Making use of nice jewelry or fancy pins with hijab does not
necessarily make a woman more beautiful than others and not using
jewelry or fancy does not make a woman less beautiful than others.
It’s just a matter of preference.

Photo: Google
Hijab Pins
21. Dressing done right and hijab used in the right way makes a woman
look classy, modest and mature.
22. Hijab doesn’t stop a Muslim woman from dressing up when the
situation calls for it. Not overdoing it is the key.

Formal Outfit
Photo: Pinterest
Occasion Outfit

Photo: Justtrendygirls
Casual Outfit
23. Hijab does not stop a woman from dressing that will make her feel
good, confident and sure of herself. So far you do not cross the
“MODESTY” line and apply modesty to everything you do. It is a well-
known fact that action shall be judged according to intentions.
24. Hijab gives a woman the strength to know that her inner beauty is
more than enough to validate external acceptance and complement
her external appearance.

25. Hijab does not give a woman the opportunity to look bad, not take
care of her health and weight, be dirty or dress badly. Cleanliness is
part of faith and it is the way you dress that you will be addressed.In
conclusion, accepting one’s inner uniqueness coupled with modest
dressing, behavior, knowledge and dignity make a complete Muslim
woman. If you have other things you want to add, please leave in the
comment box below.
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