French Muslim women wearing hijab in 2017. In modern usage, hijab / h ɪ ˈ dʒ ɑː b / ⓘ (Arabic: حجاب, romanized: ḥijāb, Arabic pronunciation: [ħɪˈdʒaːb]) refers to head coverings worn by Muslim women.

Feb 3, 2025 · Hijab, garment worn by some Muslim women to cover their hair. By the 21st century this meaning had become more familiar in Muslim-minority societies than the broader concept of hijab as a practice observed by both Muslim men and women of wearing conservative clothing.

Mar 5, 2024 · When referred to as a garment, the hijab is defined as a headscarf Muslim women wear to cover their hair and neck, according to Professor Hakan Coruh, a senior lecturer in Islamic studies at CSU.

Nov 7, 2024 · They came up with more than a hundred reasons why they wear hijab. In this article, we just share ten of them but you can read the full list here. Why Hijab? 1-Hijab is a fardh (required obligatory act, a Divine instruction by the Creator …

This table of types of hijab describes terminologically distinguished styles of clothing commonly associated with the word hijab. The Arabic word hijāb can be translated as "cover, wrap, curtain, veil, screen, partition", among other meanings. [1]

The jilbab is a type of head-to-toe abaya-style outer garment worn by Muslim women as a form of hijab or modest dress. The term jilbab refers to a type of cloak or garment that covers the entire body except for the face and hands.

Aug 29, 2024 · The hijab is a veil worn by some Muslim women in Muslim countries where the main religion is Islam, but also in the Muslim diaspora, countries where Muslim people are minority populations.

Sep 10, 2024 · Women wearing hijab have expressed that dressing modestly and covering their hair, minimizes sexual harassment in the workplace. The aura of privacy created by hijab is indicative of the great value Islam places upon women.

Oct 10, 2024 · The hijab is one of the most recognizable symbols of a Muslim woman’s identity, yet it represents much more than just a physical covering. It is an expression of faith, modesty, and spiritual devotion, and it plays a vital role in shaping a …

Oct 16, 2024 · For some, the hijab is simply a piece of cloth, while for others, it is a profound religious obligation and symbol of identity. This article delves into the Islamic perspective on why Muslim women should wear the hijab, exploring its religious, social, spiritual, and …