By When I first started wearing hijab full-time, I didn’t think it was a big deal. I constantly wondered why we had to wear hijab in the first place – after all, I would think to myself, it’s just hair. Wouldn’t it have been more prudent (astughfirullah) to command women to cover their faces, instead?
I was wrong, though. Of course I was. And I still clearly remember the event that changed my mind.
A private Islamic school in my community was holding a “Sisters’ Night” – an all-girls night where we would be permitted to don flashy dresses and let our hair down for all to see. My friends, sisters, and sisters’ friends were all going, so I was excited; I even had a “little black dress” to wear. I expected to have fun, but I didn’t know that I would finally have an answer to a question that would change me, my perception of hijab and Muslim women, and my life.
Excited, I dashed to the entrance of the building at the designated time, flung open the door, and gasped… I didn’t know anyone there. Wait, I did! In fact, upon closer observation, I recognized quite a lot of the faces I had thought to be unfamiliar at first sight!
Subhan’Allah! What a difference flowing hair and bright colors make. It was then that I realized, not for the first time, that Allah is All-Knowing. The girls were stunningly beautiful, especially the hijabis who normally wore very loose clothing and dull colors. Certainly, everyone had let their hair down in every sense of the phrase.
I had always loved the hijab, despite my doubt, but now I wear it with ten times more pride. Instead of laying out my beauties for all to see and enjoy, I’m reserving it only for certain people who are allowed the privilege. And my thoughts about the head scarf always lead back to the same analogy – diamonds. A bullet-proof, glass case is to a diamond as the hijab is to a girl!
And when you ask them (the Prophet’s wives) for anything you want, ask them from behind a screen, that is purer for your hearts and their hearts.’ (33:53)
what a wonderful, inspiring post! 🙂
I actually LOVE this article! Thanks for writing it 🙂
That really is something i would remember for my whole life. That truly inspiring.
I love it so much. Its truely inspiring
i agree with this article. but is there any article i can refer to for suitable, simple and natural make-up for teenage girls wearing the hijabi?
Asalamu Aliekum sister,
Masha’Allah, what a beautiful story.
I use that analogy,too(diamond).
It’s a good one to tell to new converts…because, they’re usually confused about why hijab is important.
I remember telling one convert about the diamond analogy, and she cried…masha’Allah!
Jazak’Allah khair for sharing your story.
and you used my photo…that’s how I found your article.lol.
Your Sister In Islam,
-Weam(WaoOoma)
Ma’Asalama
Mash’Allah, a beautiful article indeed 🙂
Fi aman allah
Assalamu alaykum sister! I love your story .I just have a friend (also Muslim ) who has never worn hijab as she has grow up in the USA. When I met her first time I was surprised as she shared bit different viewpoints that I do.Next day when I just met her on the bus she was wondering and being honestly surprised on the clothes I wore.( Black loose trousers with blue long sleeved Tunic and blue headscarf). She was smiling respectfully and said Masha’Allah. Since that time I am 10 times more proud to wear hijab and I proudly encourage her to do so.
Oh just a question How can I post photos or images?
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Subhanallah what a wonderful and inspiring post + analogy.
And mashallah that photograph is beautiful. I am a revert and wore the hijab the first time yesterday and never felt more liberated. Allah knows best for sure!
Jazakallah for writing this sister 🙂
What an inspiring story! When I read this, it made me want to start wearing hijab now.