The Muslim Woman Unveiled

I Am That Hijab

I am that Hijab A stunning and powerful poem on hijab by guest writer Aatifa Shareef Originally posted on www.igotitcovered.org I am that Hijab That cloth, that fabric That symbol, that fear In people’s eyes Why does she wear it? I am that cloth Bound Grippingly around her head Secure but comfortable Strong but delicate [...]

Men and Women in Islam: Both Equal and Complementary

Equality of Men and Woman in Islam, and their complementary nature to one another In one sense, equality between men and women is possible and reasonable because they are both human, with similar souls, brains, hearts, lungs, limbs, etc. In another sense, equality between men and women is impossible and an absurdity due to their [...]

How Does the Heart Fast?

How does the Heart fast? by Shaykh Aa’id ‘Abdullâh al-Qarnî     And if anyone believes in Allah, (Allah) guides his heart (aright)’ (64:11).  The guidance of the heart is the basis of all guidance, the law of all success, the origin of every deed and head of every action. The Prophet saws said:  ‘Truly [...]

18 Things Sisters can do For the Local Islamic Center

The Prophet (PBUH) said: If the wife of any one of you asks permission (to go to the masjid) do not forbid her.” (Bukhari) Given this, here are some practical things sisters can do for their local Islamic Center. 1. Do it for the sake of Allah What other reason to do this than for [...]

The Muslim Woman and Herself

THE MUSLIM WOMAN AND HER OWN SELF She keeps company with righteous people and joins religious gatherings In order to attain this high status, the Muslim woman chooses righteous, Allah-fearing friends, who will be true friends and offer sincere advice, and will not betray her in word or deed. Good friends have a great influence [...]

How Can You Deny?

A beautiful nasheed about the reflection of our existence and our life. 

Reflections of the Hijra

With the start of the Islamic new year a few weeks ago, there are many bounties and lessons to be reflected on.    Although we do not take the Islamic New Year as a holiday or celebrate it, we should reflect on what led to the development of the Islamic Calendar – which is the greatest [...]

My Hijab

What do you see when you look at me Do you see someone limited, or someone free? All some people can do is just look and stare Simply because they can’t see my hair. Others think I am controlled and uneducated They think that I am limited and un-liberated.                         They are so thankful that [...]

Courage to Wear Hijab

This is a story of 1 Chinese Muslim woman’s path to wearing hijab. Battling cultural and other influences, she overcame them with strength and conviction. Truly inspiring!