Hijab / Muslim head scarf - the truth & reasoning behind it

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Five Advantages of Hijab: 1) I can't be messed with! Hijab protects me -- Hijab identifies a Muslim woman as a person of high moral standards to reduce her chances of being harassed. 2)I am liberated from slavery to 'physical perfection' -- Society makes women desire to become 'perfect objects'. The multitudes of alluring fashion magazines and cosmetic surgeries show women's enslavement to beauty. The entertainment industry pressures teens to believe that for clothes, less is better. When we wear Hijab, we vow to liberate ourselves from such desires and serve only God. 3) I don't let others judge me by my hair and curves! -- In schools and professional environments, women are often judged by their looks or bodies—characteristics they neither chose nor created. Hijab forces society to judge women for their value as human beings, with intellect, principles, and feelings. A woman in Hijab sends a message, "Deal with my brain, not my body!" 4) I feel empowered and confident -- In contrast to today's teenage culture, where anorexia and suicide are on the rise, as women attempt to reach an unattainable ideal of beauty, Hijab frees a woman from the pressure to 'fit in'. She does not have to worry about wearing the right kind of jeans or the right shade of eye shadow. She can feel secure about her appearance because she cares to please only Allah. 5) I feel the bond of unity -- Hijab identifies us as Muslims and encourages other Muslim sisters to greet us with the salutation of peace, "Assalamu Alaikum". Hijab draws others to us and immerses us in good company. Heard These Before? Three Misconceptions About Hijab: "Hijab is a symbol of male dominance" - If you think Hijab is an act of submission, you are right! It is a way to submit to God. Like any other act of worship, the rewards of Hijab come only when it is done for Allah alone. "Hijab is a cultural thing" - From remote villages to cosmopolitan mega cities, women all across the world, from every ethnic background, wear Hijab. Do all of these women cling to old cultural practices? Hijab, the internal and external aspects, take understanding, training and determination. Since the purpose of Hijab is to please Allah, doing it for tradition is wrong. "Hijab is a challenge to the political system" While Hijab may have political implications, as evident in the banning of Hijab in certain countries, Muslim women who choose to practice Hijab are not doing it to challenge the political system. Islam encourages men and women to observe modesty in private and public life. Hijab is an individual's act of faith and religious expression. Are you Ready? Six Obstacles to Overcome: Thinking about wearing Hijab? Here are some tips to help you overcome obstacles that may get in your way: Yourself --Not sure if you're ready? Remember that Iman (faith in Allah) includes submitting to Allah's will. Research and understand the reasons. Also talk to girls who have gone through it. Ask Allah to help you put your beliefs into action. Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) related that Allah said, "if [My servant] draws near to Me a hand's span, I draw near to him an arm's length; if he draws near to Me an arm's length, I draw near to him a fathom's length; and if he comes to Me walking, I go to him running." (Bukhari and Muslim) Your Friends -- Worried about how your buddies will take it? Your friends should accept your decision and be proud of your courage. Give them time and be patient. Be conscious of Allah, not the girls or guys. Your Parents -- It's difficult to do things when the people closest to you oppose it. As Muslims, it's our duty to please our parents, unless their wishes go against the command of Allah. As much as your parents do for you, their love and mercy could never compare to that of your Creator. Ease your parents into your decision and pray that it becomes easy for them to understand. At School --It takes courage to be different. You are likely to hear, "what is that thing on your head?" or "who made you do it?" Questions aren't bad. Know your reasons and explain why you chose to wear Hijab. At Work -- The United Nations states that, "Everyone has the right to freedom of thought, conscience and religion" (Universal Declaration of Human Rights, Article 18). Most countries in the world abide by this declaration and have their own laws that protect an individual's freedom of religious practice at work. At the Gym -- What about swimming or basketball for sporty sisters? Obeying Allah and wearing Hijab does not limit your physical activity. Organize sisters-only sports events. This encourages true sports-woman ship. When you play, it's about the love of the game, not the glory (or the guys watching!). Special thanks to http://youngmuslims.ca/

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