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Muslim Women and Hijab: How Does it Feel?A teacher working in a Muslim school reflects on how she feels about wearing the hijab or head scarf. Based on observations, and personal reflection, the author shares her thoughts on whether the practice is oppressive to women.
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Earning Respect with the HijabThis is an article on the hijab in the Islamic religion. It uses the novel "Does My Head Look Big in This?" by Randa Abdel-Fattah to support the article.
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Muslim Womens Observance of Hijab in AmericaMany women continue to wear traditional Islamic Hijab even though they live in America, why?
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Wearing a HijabA hijab is the headscarf that is worn by the Muslim women to conceal their hair and neck. Deciding how to wear hijab is a common problem many women face at first. Here are five styles.
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Burka, Burqa, Hijab, and BurkiniIn the United States, there is a lot of confusion about the Burqa/Burka and the idea of the hijab. Plus, no one even knows what the Burkini is and what it can do for skin cancer.
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What the Hijab Means to the Women in IslamWhat the Hijab Means to the Women in Islam. The Hijab is the traditional attire of Muslim women all over the world. An article by Ted Khan R Juanite
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Egyptian Women Choose the Veil or HijabAlthough westerners think that the veil is a sign of the subjugation of women, it is in fact a happily assumed method of increasing beauty and attracting men, and is joyously and intentionally worn by young women in Egypt.
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High Fashion Hijab: Muslim Fashion Bridges the Gap Between Eastern and Western CultureAn inside look at one of the most intriguing trends to make it's way into the world of high fashion.
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Hijab FabWhy does a Muslim women cover her hair? Head covers go as far back as Virgin Mary all the way through today's modern society, especially brides on their wedding day.
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Next Time She Should Wear a HijabBlond, blue-eyed, Caucasian '" and wearing a skirt: this caused Ella Swift to be singled out for special treatment when passing through TSA security in Grand Rapids -
Why do Muslim Women Wear a Veil or a Hijab?A Muslim woman's feelings about the veil.
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The Hijab in Islam and in EuropeThe veil is probably the element of Islam which arouses the most dispute between cultures and religions. Some view it as oppression, some view it as a basic right.
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The Truth Behind the HijabIn Western societies, many individuals do not know much about the headscarf or face veil worn by Muslim Women. In this brief editorial, I will you the truth behind the veil.
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Twitching in a HeadscarfMuslims in America are treated a bit differently from other groups. But how does the public treat those of us who wear the full hijab dress and have obvious neurological issues?
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Women Protest in France, Pakistan for 'Choice' To 'Dress As They Please'After enacting Monday a law that bans the public appearance of women in hijab and niqab, concealing attire worn by women in accordance with some Islamic traditions, the French government faces protest and resistance to enforcement.
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Nuances of Undressing a Muslim WomanIn case you have a Muslim girl friend than you will have to play the game by the rules laid down. She will wear the hijab and you will have to accept it.
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Arab Muslim Women Being Sexually Harassed in Their Own NationsMuslim women are reporting an increase in sexual harassment even while abiding by the Islamic hijab in their own nations.
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Niqab Wearing Woman Expelled from College French ClassImmigration officials expelled an Egyptian woman from a required francization course because she didn't want to remove her niqab. Clarifying the issues involved, as the woman files a human rights complaint. -
Female US Marines to Go to Rural Afghanistan to Befriend Village WomenWhat can the US Marines do in Afghanistan to help the rural villagers? Sending in the women to help women with the basics of survival. -
Osama Bin Laden Found in USA Posing as Woman"Who's more likely to be mailing bombs to a prominent Harvard doctor- a disgruntled young student unable to afford the postage or man of means with a grudge against everything from usury to chilled water?"
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Experts: Muslim Belief US Singles Out Muslims, Wages War on Islam to Blame for Radicalization of Jihad Jane, Jihad JamieExperts are weighing in on the possible causes of radicalization of some homegrown, American terrorists like the Jihad Jane and Jihad Jamie set, and they think it may have to do with a belief the US is singling out Islam! -
Gifts for Islamic WomenApproximately 23 percent of the world's population practices Islam. Chances are, you will befriend a Muslim sometime in your life. Here are some ideas for Muslim gifts for women.
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Styleislam.Com Mixes Islamic Belief with Western FashionHave you thought Islam to be an old fuddy-duddy faith for easterners? This company will change your view. -
For Asqa Parvez: a Girl Who Did Not Get to LiveToo many girls are being killed by their families when they show normal teenage rebellion.
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Tide Against Islamic Veil Rising in EuropeTide against Islamic veil is rising in Europe, with France leading the way. -
Don Juan in India- Loving Women from IndiaThere is no doubt that Don Juan was a great lover. I wonder what would be the result if Don Juan had come to India. -
Women Who Wear Full Veils in Public in the USAShould shopping malls, colleges, banks, businesses, and public transit control what women wear in public in the USA? Hooded jackets called 'hoodies' are sometimes banned from shopping malls. And hats and sunglasses may be banned at banks. -
Style Islam - an Islamic Store Fashion StatementStyle Islam is a German fashion label that sells clothing and other products internationally. The Islamic store sends a message of peace and unity using fashion. -
Muslim Untruths Fuel PrejudiceA personal perspective on some of the misconceptions about Muslims and Islam. -
French President Nicholas Sarkozy Bids to Ban the BurqaRecently, French president Nicholas Sarkozy denounced the burqa, a Muslim garment designed to cloak the entire female body. By trying to ban the burqa, Sarkozy boldly prioritized women's rights over an oppressive custom masquerading as religious liberty.
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"The Ayatollah Begs to Differ": An Inside Look at Modern IranThe Ayatollah Begs to Differ paints a fascinating picture of Iran. Hooman Majd is uniquely connected and so is able to talk across socio-economic spectrums and present a fuller picture of Iran than the 24-hour news channels have presented lately. -
No Right for Bahraini Women to Show Their Veiled FacesA parliamentary bloc is refusing to pass the traffic draft law which would give Traffic men right to ask veiled women drivers to show their faces. They say this is against Islamic Traditions -
Islam & Government: Comparing the Role of Islam in Turkey to Saudi ArabiaA paper comparing the governments of two radically different Muslim countries, Turkey and Saudi Arabia.
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World Religions Report: IslamThis event marked the beginning of today's fastest growing religions, Islam. Islam is a monotheistic religion defined by the five pillars of Islam: faith, fasting, pilgrimage, prayer, and alms.
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Readings and Thoughts on Creative NonfictionPicking apart and discussing aspects of K. Kvashay-Boyle's "Saint Chola"
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Iran Declares Mullets IllegalThe Islamic nation of Iran declares the mullet hairstyle on men to be illegal and immodest.
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Despite Muslim Discrimination, a Boy Lets Faith Become His StrengthOmar Salama experienced relentless Muslim discrimination shortly after the 9/11 attacks. His religion was his source of suffering, but it later became his greatest source of strength.
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Things I WonderThings I wonder when I'm bored.
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Hajj: Dress Code for PilgrimsThe Hajj is an imporant part of the life of a Muslim. Certain dress codes have to be adhered.
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Questions of Faith: The Facts About IslamReviews and discusses many common misconceptions about Islam, including those about murder in the name of God and the nature of the Islamic afterlife.
