What's your view on Hijab?

[Iqra]

Hijab is fardh ... I agree.

The other thing is ...as I've stated, everyone has different levels of emaan. So maybe they don't observe proper hijab as of yet, but we all walk in different paces... no ones perfect...

You said wise things timbaktu =)

[Muslimah]

I hadn't yet told my dad I was wearing hijab when he had his heart attack. He was in the ICU and they didn't think he was going to make it. I asked my imam what to do. He said that the hijab is more than a piece of material and to remove it for the sake of my fathers health just that once. He said that modesty is far more than how you dress, but your actions are much more important. He also said that I would have a greater sin hurting my father than not wearing hijab. I removed the hijab that day because my dad almost died but opted for a hooded sweater. But my opinion with that is wouldn't I be sinning more being a liar? I have since told my dad about hijab, and his health is a bit more stable but far from perfect. He said he will never talk to me again and I am nothing but filth to him unless I quit wearing hijab. My mom tells me he cries everyday because of the hijab - but I refuse to remove it. Because if I did, then I would just be a lying daughter and do it behind his back. I would rather be honest and disliked, than liked for being a liar. But its soooooooo hard! :'( Just because of the hijab my parents will die hating me. I have tried EVERYTHING.

[Iqra]

They will not hate you. Put yourself in their situation... it's really hard for them too. Some people are blessed and have supportive families with whatever decisions they make...other families don't understand why a family member has different ideas, it might even scare them or intimidate them.

But one thing, do not remove your hijab because of what someone says, trust me on this, you'll regret it.

[Muslimah]

My hijab is never coming off! EVER! my parents are very much about image though. They said to me that I can be Muslim as long as I don't dress like one because they don't want people knowing. Its unfortunate, but its life!

[Iqra]

Well sis, sometimes time is a healing factor itself... maybe they're not ready yet, but slowly inshaAllah they'll understand you .. maybe some will accept Islam InshaAllah..you really never know what Allah tala has planned ...but until then you be your good self inshaAllah.

[Pakhtunzai]

I hadn't yet told my dad I was wearing hijab when he had his heart attack. He was in the ICU and they didn't think he was going to make it. I asked my imam what to do. He said that the hijab is more than a piece of material and to remove it for the sake of my fathers health just that once. He said that modesty is far more than how you dress, but your actions are much more important. He also said that I would have a greater sin hurting my father than not wearing hijab. I removed the hijab that day because my dad almost died but opted for a hooded sweater. But my opinion with that is wouldn't I be sinning more being a liar? I have since told my dad about hijab, and his health is a bit more stable but far from perfect. He said he will never talk to me again and I am nothing but filth to him unless I quit wearing hijab. My mom tells me he cries everyday because of the hijab - but I refuse to remove it. Because if I did, then I would just be a lying daughter and do it behind his back. I would rather be honest and disliked, than liked for being a liar. But its soooooooo hard! :'( Just because of the hijab my parents will die hating me. I have tried EVERYTHING.

Hey sister may Allah bless you for sticking to your hijab

But remember ALWAYS remain strong and patient, think about it why did islam spread so rapidly at the time of our beloved Prophet(SAW) because he had patience and spread islam with love and peace

Insha allah one day your family will realise your clean heart and see that this is the right path to follow..don't lose hope because many people are in the same boat as you and some have succeeded in spreading islam in their family

[Sheenka]

i think wearing hijab and being in hejab is best in our religion and also in society, but not Chadari coz in islaam it didnt say to wear sack on ur head

[inqilab]

i think wearing hijab and being in hejab is best in our religion and also in society, but not Chadari coz in islaam it didnt say to wear sack on ur head

Hijab is a word that describes the clothing, just like khimar and jilbab. these are not names of cloth, rather the covering itself.

So whatever fulfills the requirements of hijab, such as burqa, chadar, khimar/jilbab, abaya etc. is fine.

[Sheenka]

Hijab is a word that describes the clothing, just like khimar and jilbab. these are not names of cloth, rather the covering itself.

So whatever fulfills the requirements of hijab, such as burqa, chadar, khimar/jilbab, abaya etc. is fine.

ya im agree with that but if u r covered from top to feet then thats fine but burqa is different u cant even see in islam it says ur hair must be covered and ur arms must be covered up to wrist however in burqa its completely different.

[Sheenka]

^That is true, but do you agree that your supposed to cover your head and not expose your figure?

ya thats right im agreed with that

[Roshina]

I feel like the hijab is mandatory because the Quran tells us (and this is my interpretation) to guard our modesty and show nothing but your face and hands.

Hm.... interesting. Where does the Quran tell us to show nothing but our hands and face? (Yes, I see that that's your interpretation, but I'm interested in which verses you interpreted that way, sis.)

Oh, and I thought you might be interested in this topic (posted on PF) as well. Is Hijab necessary? Very similar to this thread.

[MeemWawMeemNoon]

^I take it you don't wear a hijab? Do you think that the wives of the Prophet (saw) and he himself misinterpreted the Holy Quran?

[Roshina]

^I take it you don't wear a hijab? Do you think that the wives of the Prophet (saw) and he himself misinterpreted the Holy Quran?

If I were you, I wouldn't "take" it to mean I don't wear hijab. Just so you know, not all girls/women wear the hijab for the same reason, and not all wear it the same way, and to not all girls/women is it important. Some of us wear it because we're forced to by family members and not by choice; others among us wear it because they want to themselves or are taught that it's obligatory; others don't cover their hair but are "modest" in other ways.

The point about "interpretation" was to Sis Muslimah, who said, "This is my interpretation." So I'm asking her which verses of the Quran she interpreted to mean that only the face and hands may be shown and nothing else.

Regarding hijab, it's a huuuuuuuuuuuuuuge topic that'll require long, long posts from me. I've spoken on it in other threads, and I've written several blog posts on it and will be doing so many more in the future. So be on the look out for those if you're interested in my views on the hijab, bro.

[MeemWawMeemNoon]

I take it that you don't think it is mandatory, then?

[MeemWawMeemNoon]

Qrratagai, would it be safe to say that the wives of the Prophet (saw) and he himself misinterpreted the Holy Quran?