I was thinking about going without the Hijab for a week just to prove the point that Islam does not force this on us. Those fathers that killed their daughters for not wearing a piece of clothing on their heads are in the wrong. Nowhere in the Quran or hadiths does it say a man may force this on her. The only obedience a woman has is towards Allah. Men are not rulers or dictators over us, and if they knew their religion inside and out they would know this.
So, for the next week, I'm going without the Hijab. My husband and all of my family (both in the USA and in Pakistan) are fully supportive of this. They know my intentions, Allah knows my intentions, and in this kind of situation it is actually seen as a good thing.
What do you think about this? After the week, I will resume wearing it of my own free will, but for this week it's a show of support for those who were oppressed.
2007-12-13 10:09:02 · 20 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
As a mother myself I've always believed that, when we try to force our children to stop doing something we don't like, is when they will want to do it the most. Talking to them with love and understanding is the only way to convince them when they're doing something wrong, especially on their teen years.
May God bless you for taking such a peaceful stand against such horrific acts. Please make sure that everybody around you know why so nothing happens to you.
2007-12-13 10:23:27 · answer #1 · answered by Millie 7 · 6⤊ 1⤋
I think it is a brave move. Some times personal gestures are the most radical.
EDIT: No is right about one thing for certain. Muslim women wearing hijab in my neck of the woods do get looked at with disdain and I have heard people say some ignorant things under their breath. I wish it were not so. But people do this, because they see so many stories about women killed over something as simple as what we would consider an accessory. Non-Muslims will never see the hijab as an expression of faith until it stops being a tool of oppression. You may not condone this lady's method of protest, but you must admit that it is time for something to be done if Islam is ever to be seen as a religion of peace. I am shocked at the answers condoning severe beatings and the comment that suggests the murdered woman was to blame for her own death. This is how one practices a religion of peace that cherishes its women?
2007-12-13 19:58:11 · answer #2 · answered by Glee 7 · 6⤊ 0⤋
That's sweet of you to want to show your support.
My only fear is then, the anti muslim community will see this as an excuse to discriminate against those who wear hijab...They will say if it's not compulsory, there is no harm in asking women to remove them for work or sports, at the airport or wherever...
I can't believe, like you said, that a piece of cloth could cause all this controversy...It's so sad:(
I really hope the khatibs also bring this up at Jummah because it is such a serious issue in so many homes...
2007-12-13 18:27:16 · answer #3 · answered by :) 6 · 4⤊ 1⤋
If you take off hijab then what do u think you'll achieve?
How will people know that you wore hijab and took it off?
My point is whats done is done, I'm sure you can find a better way than taking of hijab, to educate people about it and show support.
Your intention is between Allah and you. He is the only one who can judge.
P.S I hope Muslim women will be as strong as you in facing society :)
2007-12-14 05:24:48 · answer #4 · answered by romaica 2 · 3⤊ 2⤋
I think that is an excellent idea!
Your spirit of what's right, good, just, and true seems to be emanating out of your heart.
After the week, you might consider to continue not wearing a covering over your head out of respect for this great country that we live in. A country that enables anyone the freedom to even disrespect it like a lot of people do. My Muslim friend's wife is solid in her religion. She emigrated from the middle east, but does not wear foreign clothing and believes in assimilating into our great culture and way of life, at the same time holding on to her religious convictions.
Also, you might consider wearing one of a "Support Our Troops" ribbon in memory and honor of our brave young soldiers, and those that have been killed in the middle east by Muslim terrorist extremists.
2007-12-13 20:34:51 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 3⤋
If you look at history, to ancient civilizations, you will find that women were the oppressed people. They had no individual merit. The Babylonians used to punish the woman for her husband's mistakes. The ancient Egyptians did the same. Ancient Arabs buried their newly born daughters.
It was Islam that uplifted the status of women. It gave women rights they never had before. Surah Nissah exhorts believing men to lower their gaze if a lady is passing by. Similarly, there are exhortations for women to lower their gaze if strange men are around. The Quran also speaks about the hijab for men and women to protect the modesty. The hijab for men is to cover their bodies minimally from their navel to the knees. The hijab for women is to cover their whole bodies except for their faces and hands below their wrists. There are descriptions for a female hijab, that it should cover the endowments including head, not be tight, not be transparent, not be like the clothes of non-believers, and not be like the clothes of the other gender, etc. Women got the right to own, inherit property, and to dispose it of at will.
Let me ask you a question: Suppose two identical twin sisters are walking down a street, and one of them is dressed in revealing clothing, while the other one is wearing a hijab. Who will be boys in the street whistle at or tease: the one who is scantily dressed in a mini-skirt, or the one who is modestly attired? The answer is obvious. The hijab is designed to prevent women from being molested. It brings peace to society and prevents mischief.
2007-12-13 20:25:01 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 5⤊ 5⤋
I realize that my support may actually be considered a bad thing, but nevertheless you have it.
Thank goodness you live in a country where such things are not mandatory. If only others were so open-minded.
Statements like this must be made to demonstrate that Islam is not made entirely of fanatics and misogynists.
2007-12-14 05:21:42 · answer #7 · answered by Scott M 7 · 3⤊ 3⤋
How would doing something that, according to you is voluntary, be an act of honor?
What is the reason you wear the Hijab?
Why Muslim women have to wear it, voluntarely or not?
2007-12-13 18:24:49 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
Well, I like the idea. It's a noble cause and I wish you all the best. It would be even better (yeah, yeah, I have high hopes) if more Muslim women who live around you would gather and perhaps go on a public walk or something and invite the press (local papers is just fine). Since I know you and your abilites, I'm sure you're capable of organising something like that.
It would be refreshing news for a change.
EDIT: Vegan, how about that? LOL! Touche!
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2007-12-13 18:16:31 · answer #9 · answered by Poppy Pickette AM - VT 6 · 8⤊ 3⤋
The only thing your proving by going without your hijab for a week is that you can sin too. Exposing yourself to men who are permissible for you is a sin. For the fathers who killed their daughters for not wearing hijab, let Allah ta ala handle that. For yourself, please just fear Allah and keep your hijab on, because the muslim's "intention" is to please Allah.
"I have not created men and jinn except to worship me" (Al-Dhariyat 51:56)
2007-12-14 16:13:59 · answer #10 · answered by healthysoul 1 · 1⤊ 3⤋