Wearing niqaab in a western country
Question
I have questions regarding the niqab. I know that it is worn widely in the Middle East. What about in the West, I live in North Carolina and I’ve been wanting to wear it but have been confused because some say you can’t and some say it’s not appropriate for the West. I just want some clarity on this especially if you are still in school, as in High School would this be appropriate?
Answer
What is so different about the west that the niqaab should not be worn there. There is no place on earth that is above the law of Allah Ta`ala. The earth belongs to Him and there is just one law i.e. His law that must prevail.
And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.
- Answered by
- Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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