- When I first accepted Islam, I thought that niqab was oppressive. I accepted the need for hijab, and in fact began wearing it within a month of my reversion. But I thought that niqab was a cultural practice only, or that it was a case of men putting extra restrictions on women rather than taking the responsibility of controlling their own desires.
- However, as I came to read and learn more about the rules governing Islamic dress for women, I discovered that in fact niqab was firmly established among the sahabiyat - it is part of Islam as the Prophet (sAas) brought it, not a cultural tradition. Once I saw this, it opened my mind to consider the benefits of niqab
- The more I learned about niqab, the more I saw its beauty. All the benefits that hijab brings, niqab can bring more of. Niqab is haya. Niqab is taqwa. Niqab is a way of pleasing Allah SWT and of seeking to draw near to Him, inshallah
- I feel now like such a great burden has been lifted from me. I didn't realize how much it was weighing on me that I was letting my fears keep me from doing what I want to do to seek the love of Allah SWT. Now I feel at such peace. I offer my prayers with a light heart again. This is the feeling of freedom that comes when you submit yourself to Allah SWT.
SO WHAT DO YOU THINK OF THESE 2 STORIES?
There are so many other ways that one can get closer to God...you know by praying, by fasting extra days, giving charity and so on.
ReplyDeleteBut if this woman feels better spiritualy by wearing it then obviously thats good for her!If she feels good about it then it shouldnt bother us! Should it?
How do you know she doesnt do all those other things? Islam is a complete way of life, so whats suprising about Islam having rules about the veil?
ReplyDeleteWhy doesnt Islam have rules for men as well? To an outsider it seems so strange that a woman has to cover herself so much and the man doesnt...
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