Please tell me about the question of Muslim women who wear veils.?

Question

When I see those Muslim women who wear veils n cover all of her body, walking on the street under such a hot weather. Wow ! My God ! From my bottom of heart I'm sympathetic for them . Don't they feel hot ?Why those Muslim don't hv any reform ? How about ur feelling ?

Answer 1

I say let them be. They do it because they want to feel closer to God, and that's the way they choose to express their piety. Unless someone is in the religion unwillingly, and as long as they're not hurting anyone, it's none of anyone's business what they wear except their own.

Answer 2

Don't worry, this is a very very very common question even for women who only wear a headscarf. The trick is the material. The sisters who wear black have it rougher than the rest of us, but even they manage. If you've never seen an abaya, this is the traditional summertime wear for Muslim women, especially those who wear niqab. It's made of a very lightweight material that does its job of blocking the view of her body, while letting in the breeze at the same time. Combine that with the proper clothes underneath, typically cotton pajamas and we're just as snug as a bug in a rug. And not so hot. Can't say the same for every single Muslim woman out there, as styles vary, weather varies, and, well, no two situations are the same. This is just the general way. For those of us who wear just the headscarf, we find ways to dress modestly without suffering as well. And, again, we wear the right materials too keep us cool and comfy.

You'd be highly surprised if you were to know the personalities of some of the ladies beneath the veils. My husband's aunt wears niqab, and she is the drop-dead-funniest lady I've ever met. She's just awesome! It just lends to the popular phrase about judging a book... Every single woman I met in my month-long stay in Egypt was well-educated or getting her education (my sister-in-law has her master's), independant (my mother-in-law still works although her husband is retired....and they don't need the money, she just loves what she does), had great self-esteem without being arrogant, was proper and polite and a ton of fun at the same time. So to think that a veiled woman needs reform is quite ignorant of the reality of Muslim women in general, but you're not alone in that belief.

I am glad that you expressed your concern here rather than just keep your opinion without asking why. I hope the answers here help you, hopefully also without being rude. Good luck!

Answer 3

The issue of hijab is complex, there are various degrees of hijab,and various interpretations of hijab. Some women just toss a scarf over their shoulders and wear normal fashionable clothes, some wear these long shapeless dresses called chadors with a head veil, a very small number of muslim women wear the face veil or niqab, and a lot of muslim women don't wear the veil at all (one of my best friends is a non-hijabi). A lot of Muslims and a lot of Muslim scholars believe that veiling is optional and that women should make their own choice about the veil as a sign of devotion to their faith. However, stricter interpretations of Islam demand more coverage like that in Saudi Arabia where women wear the niqab. Most Muslims if you speak to them won't support the niqab, and in fact are more likely to support legislation banning the niqab since they see it as oppressive and un-Islamic. I fully support a Muslim woman's right to wear a veil, considering most ordinary veil seem comfortable and made out of light materials, but moreover if doesn't interfere with interpersonal contact like the face veil, and doesn't separate the Muslim woman from society.

Answer 4

Please don't feel symathetic for me. I am a muslim and i cover up by choice. I am not married and no one forced me. yes it does get hot at times but what diffrence does it make when people where tank tops and shorts they are still burning in 100 degree weather right? and what about skin cancer gladly i dont really have to worry about that since i'm covered up. and any way i do not want any man looking at my body.

"And say to the believing women that they should lower their gaze and guard their modesty; that they should not display their beauty and ornaments except what (must ordinarily) appear thereof; that they should draw their veils over their bosoms and not display their beauty except..... " Quran 24:31

since God comanded me to where a veil i will. no harm done to anyone. one can take it of in front of their husband, uncle, father, basiclly all male family members and all women. oh and little boy dont count since they are inocent

Answer 5

I have a good friend who is Muslim. She is also American and converted a few years back.
I feel miserable for her in the Summer--we're out here in the desert with shorts and sandals, and she has on a floor-length skirts, a torso-covering blouse and a hijab that covers her whole head, neck, shoulders and bust.
It must be 5 lbs. of fabric!
She and I have talked about it and she says that it's her choice and it doesn't feel like a sacrifice.
Good luck

Answer 6

im a muslim girl,well im not veiled coz im not that religious,no one forces women to wear the veil, some women are very religious so they decide to wear the veil,by the way its true they cover their whole body but they are not thick, there are things special for the summer,they still feel hot but they think its a little price to please god and go to heaven.Everyone has his own beleifs and everyone express it in his own ways and the veil is on way to express their beleifs.

Answer 7

This is a really interesting question and so are the answers - I wondered the same often, when I saw hijab-wearing women, but never dared to ask.

Answer 8

Personally speaking...
I am a convert Muslim..who wears the Islamic veil. Your question has been asked to me by many....So i would like to extend to you a honest answer concerning your question.

Do not feel sorry for us. God (Allah) commanded the women to cover...this is an religious act...fulfilling the requirements from our Rabb(Lord).
I do not feel hot...even...the Islamic garment that we were..they are light weight fabric that flows..so air circulate..and it is also proven that those who were less clothing tend to be feel hot then those who wear more clothing..ALSO..it prevent skin cancer caused my direct sunlight upon the skin...bonus points..
My feelings are this...No one ever complains about the nuns and their attire...they too cover for the sake of God as do we...we have religious foundations....

**Disobeying the Creator...no way..with the commandment of His to cover...i say this..HELL FIRE IS HOTTER...do not feel sorry for us..praise us and thank us for practicing our faith...

***Why feel sorry for Muslims....feel sorry for those children who get sexually abused my Christian Men. and then murdered..feel bad for those families...Also feel bad for the child rapist who majority are practicing Christians...feel bad for the child who has to live the rest of its life in shame, fear and disgust...why would you feel bad for those who would rather taste Paradise then Hellfire.....

if you want me to quote other reasons for the veil..i would be happy too, but realize that you are not ready to hear the truth...)nothing personal..just know from experience...Take Care.!!--if you are..then research the reasons of the Hijaab(veil)...you might learn something...

Answer 9

well im one of those muslim gals who u supposedly "feel sorry" for coz i cover myself from top 2 bottom.
well abt da hot weather well i live in da middle east n yep it can be pretty hot at times but it isnt as if my abaya is leakin of sweat or nethin. it isnt tht bad as u think it is.plus we dun stand in da sun da whole day u knw.
y sympathetic my frnd? its my choice n my decision 2 wear it.y shud i remove my veil or abaya jus 4 da sake of a few min i hafta stand in da sun?

Answer 10

i think married Muslim women have to cover all the skin they can cover to prevent other men from desiring them.