The word “Hijab” comes from the Arabic word “hajaba” meaning to hide from view or conceal. In the present time, the context of Hijab is the modest covering of a Muslim woman.
The question now is what is the extent of the covering? The Quran says :
“Say to the believing man that they should lower their gaze and guard their modesty; that will make for greater purity for them; and Allah is well acquainted with all that they do. And say to the believing women that they should lower their gaze and guard their modesty; and that they should not display their beauty and ornaments except what must ordinarily appear thereof; that they should draw their veils over their bosoms and not display their beauty except to their husbands…” [Noble Quran 24:30-31]
Hijab and Native American Culture
Source :
1. aam.wcu.edu
2. Cherokee Indian
3. Cherokee and Islamic Culture
4. Native American Heritage
5. The Question of Hijab: Suppression Or Liberation?
6. Trail of Tears – Painting by Robert Lindneux
7. Changes in Cherokee Attire into the 19th Century
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