O women of Islam, seekers of Paradise!

The veil (Pardah) is a very beautiful and wisdom-filled commandment of Islam, which bestows honor, protection, and dignity upon women. The veil is not just the name of a cloth, but the name of modesty, character, and self-respect.

It is not only a dress but also a manifestation of modesty, purity, and obedience to Allah Almighty. The veil is actually a fortress that protects a woman from filth, temptation, and evil eyes, and elevates her to a position of honor and greatness.


It is the command of Allah:

"يَا أَيُّهَا النَّبِيُّ قُل لِّأَزْوَاجِكَ وَبَنَاتِكَ وَنِسَاءِ الْمُؤْمِنِينَ يُدْنِينَ عَلَيْهِنَّ مِن جَلَابِيبِهِنَّ ، ذَلِكَ أَدْنَى أَنْ يُعْرَفْنَ فَلَا يُؤْذَيْنَ"

(Surah Al-Ahzab: Verse Number 59)

That "O Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him)! Tell your wives and your daughters and the women of the believers to let down upon them their over-garments. This is more suitable that they will be known and not be abused."

This verse clearly clarifies that the veil is a means of a woman's honor, identity, and protection.



O embodied image of chastity, modesty, and shame!

The veil protects a woman from immodesty, temptation, and evils and provides her with a shield of honor and respect. A woman observing Pardah protects herself with her eyes, speech, and dress, and also creates respect in the hearts of others.


The veil does not hide a woman's beauty but reveals her true greatness and purity.

Some people consider the veil as imprisonment or restriction, whereas it is actually a symbol of honor and freedom. The veil protects a woman from those eyes that see her only as a physical object, and gives her the freedom that is full of self-respect, contentment, and protection.



In short,

The veil is a woman's dignity, honor, and protection. It is not only a command of Allah but also a great blessing that shows a woman the path to success in this world and the hereafter. By adopting the veil, a woman makes herself a "gem," which the world looks at with respect.





Written by: Muhammad Ahmad Islami Madhubani