True Islam – Women’s Dress Code

“True Islam.” True Islam – Women Dress Code, 2001

True Islam is a non news, online version of the Quran, the holy book of the Islamic religion. Its principles have been translated to English with background information on its principles provided. Within this chapter of the book, the content provides the actual teachings set in place for the attire of women that practice the religion. The chapter preaches on women dressing absolutely modestly, covering private areas for the body, and being humble as God, also known as Allah, is always with them and watching. This source provides vital information to the teachings and practices of women’s wear, which is seen in Iran’s regulations placed onto women. This source can be used to enforce the opposing side of the argument as it can be beneficial in aiding the justification of women’s rights in that country. 

  • 1 – ““Revering God is the most important guideline for women when they choose their dress. The righteous reverent woman will know that God is always watching her, she will therefore dress modestly and in line with God’s requirements for decency and morality. Any woman knows full well what clothes are considered decent and what clothes are revealing, she will not need to be told. This is why God set the rule of reverence as the first rule” (True Islam)
  • 2 – “The third rule can also be found in 24:31. Here God commands women not to reveal their beauty spots except what is normally apparent such as the head (face and hair), arms, lower legs, etc” (True Islam).

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