Many Muslim women today use the word ‘hijab’ to describe a headcover. However, it is much more than that. It is a code of modesty that is dictated by God.
In Islam, the hijab is a sign of piety and spirituality. It is the sign of a Muslim woman who believes in God and tries to follow his teachings.
But despite the benefits, hijab is not without controversy. It is often misused for political and social ends. It is also discriminatory and misunderstood, and few people understand its spiritual and personal connotations.
According to the Quran, women must protect their modesty and not attract attention. They are required to wear a veiled hijab and cover their bosoms. It is believed that it is a way to worship God, and a way to get closer to Him.
Although wearing hijab in certain regions may be difficult for some Muslims, the religion of Islam teaches that Muslims who obey their God will be rewarded.
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Can You Read Quran without Hijab?
When you read the Quran, you must do the wudhu. This act of reverence is performed to gain spirituality and mental clarity.
You should sit in a place where you can maintain silence and cleanliness. It is also important to remember to hold the Quran in your right hand.
You must read the Quran with calmness and a sincere heart. The Prophet (PBUH) was taught by Allah Almighty to recite the Quran with tartil, which means to say each word slowly and without exceeding your limits.
This helps you maintain perfect harmony throughout your body. Moreover, you should learn the art of tajwid, which will allow you to reflect upon the Qur’an and be mindful of its message.
Can you read quran without hijab? The Islamic religion does not require women to wear the hijab while reading the Qur’an.
The Quran can be read by women without the hijab. However, you should wear the veil if you are reading the Quran in front of non-Muslims.
But women should still wear modest clothing and maintain their normal voice. This will avoid them from arousing others. They can also read the Qur’an while wearing short sleeves and sleeping garments.
Generally, women should wear a headscarf to read the Qur’an, but this is not mandatory. The Prophet, for instance, recited the Qur’an while reclining.
However, women should not wear a headscarf when reading the Quran from memory.
One important distinction between the hijab and khimar is that the hijab is not an actual scarf covering the head. It is a symbol of separation of public and private life during the time of Muhammad (SAW) and his wives.
The hijab was also intended to make the wives of the Prophet (SAW) the Mothers of the Believers. Historically, the term Khimar refers to a scarf worn in the Arabian Peninsula, as well as in other civilizations.
Besides wearing a hijab, you should also make wudu before reading the Qur’an. This is required only if you are reading the Arabic version of the Qur’an. However, it is not necessary to perform wudu if you are reading the translation of the Qur’an.
Can I Read Quran on my Phone without Hijab
Reading Quran on a mobile device is not the same as reciting from memory, nor is it an acceptable substitute for the Hijab.
However, it is permissible to read Quran from memory if it is not accompanied by Wudu. While the use of the hijab is not required for this activity, it is important to follow the correct ablution procedures and respect Allah Almighty.
With the advent of technology, the Quran can now be read and shared on mobile devices. A woman in the United Arab Emirates, for example, receives notices about Islam via BlackBerry Messenger and stories about the Prophet Mohammed (SAW) on her mobile.
The new fatwa makes it permissible for Muslim women to read Quran on their mobile devices without hijab.
Can You Read Tasbeeh without Hijab?
According to Islam, it is permissible for a woman to read Tasbeeh, adhkar, and tahleel without covering her head.
However, she should cover her head only while performing salah. Wudu is also an essential part of performing the rituals of Islam. As a Muslim, you must perform wudu before performing salah. Then, you can start reading.
Can You Read Quran without Hijab According to Sunnah?
The Islamic practice of covering the head with a hijab is optional. In fact, it is only required during certain situations, such as when a foreign man is able to see a woman, or when she is performing certain prayers.
However, according to hadith, it is not required for reading the Quran. As long as you follow the correct guidelines, you can read the Quran without the cover of a hijab.
First, a woman should avoid the wrong impression that she does not have enough confidence to read the Quran.
For this reason, it is recommended to leave her jalabib open or wear a loose outer garment, such as a jilbabjilbabun. Similarly, she should avoid looking sexist or arrogant when talking to the opposite sex.
Is Wearing a Hijab Required for Reading the Qur’an?
A Fataawa is given below regarding reading of Quran without Hijab for women.
“Praise be to Allah.
It is not obligatory for a woman to put on hijaab in order to read Qur’aan, because there is no evidence to indicate that this is obligatory.
Shaykh Ibn ‘Uthaymeen said that reciting Qur’aan does not require covering the head.
Shaykh Ibn ‘Uthaymeen said in his comments on sujood al-tilaawah (prostration required when reading certain verses of the Qur’aan): “Sujood al-tilaawah is to be done when reading Qur’aan. It may be done in any state, even with the head uncovered, etc., because this prostration is not subject to the rulings on prayer.”
(Fataawa al-Jaami’ah li’l-mar’ah al-Muslimah, 1/249. See also Question no. 4908)
“With regard to reading Qur’aan, it is not permissible for one who is in a state of janaabah (impurity following sexual activity) to read Qur’aan either from the Mus-haf or otherwise until he has done ghusl, because it was narrated that nothing prevented the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) from reading Qur’aan except janaabah. But if a person has broken his wudoo’ (minor impurity), then it is permissible for him to recite Qur’aan from memory because of the general meaning of the evidence.”
(Majmoo’ Fataawa al-Shaykh Ibn Baaz, 10/150)
It is better, and is mustahabb, to do wudoo’ before reciting, because this Qur’aan is the Word of Allaah. So it is better to do wudoo’ before reading it as a sign of respect. But touching the Mus-haf is not permissible unless one has done wudoo’, because Allaah says (interpretation of the meaning):
“Which (that Book with Allaah) none can touch but the purified”
[al-Waaqi’ah 56:79](Majmoo’ Fataawa al-Shaykh Ibn Baaz, 10/150)
And Allaah knows best.”
Conclusion
Quran recitation is considered a great virtuous act in Islam. This act is practiced by both men and women. Even,t is permissible for women to read Quran without hijab.
Thoughit is allowed to read Quran without a headscarf. You must, however, make wudu before you begin reading the Quran. After you do that, sit down in a quiet place and begin reading the Quran.
While women don’t have to wear a hijab to recite the Qur’an, it is still advisable to cover their heads.
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