What is Hijab, Veil or Abaya? Hijab is an Arabic word that means curtain or cover that basically means “to cover, to veil or to shelter”. In Islamic legal lexicon it is defined as the type of modest dressing that covers entire body except the face and the hands while in public. The hijab has a wider meaning of privacy, morality and modesty in Islam. In common english speaking world or in modern arabic language hijab is understood as a type of head covering that Muslim women wear traditionally.
Muslim women are supposed to wear full body covering cloaks like the Abaya and the Jilbab, which supposedly will prevent them from harm. To complete this traditional wear they are also supposed to wear a hijab in front of any man who they could theoretically marry. Hence, it is not necessary for whom to wear these in front of their fathers, brothers, grandfathers, uncles, or children. It is a sign of Islamic modesty. Old women generally do not wear them as it is considered that they have crossed the age of marriage. Still they are not supposed to display their beauty. Nowadays hijab comes in variety of colors, styles and patterns. Because of this Muslim women are coming with ways of making themselves notable and graceful. These different styles of hijab able women to feel confident. With creative and attractive designs available in hijabs, they become popular all over the world.
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