The Hijab By Mustafa Analysis
This essay provided a lot of information into the reason behind wearing the hijab. I always knew that the scarf was part of Muslim tradition, however I never fully understood why women wore it. Mustafa provides a powerful message about the hijab and educates on the meaning behind the garment.
The tone of the piece was one of pride. Mustafa speaks of the hijab in a way quite contrary to how I thought Muslim women felt about wearing it. She explains that the meaning behind it is not to keep women covered up for a bad reason. She explains that wearing it is actually quite liberating. She states that, “Wearing the hijab has given me freedom from constant attention to my physical self. Because my appearance is not subjected to public scrutiny, …show more content…
Personally, I had no idea why Muslim women wore a scarf that covered their head, neck, and throat. After reading this essay though, I am more knowledgeable and have some understanding of part of Muslim culture. As Mustafa explains, people often misinterpret the meaning behind the hijab. They think she wears it because she is forced to, or because she is cold. The author has provided some educational insight into part of her culture in hopes of people becoming more understanding and tolerant of other’s choices to embrace their …show more content…
It is hard for women to be held against such a high standard of perfection. I think a lot of them are tired of the time and effort they put in to enhancing their appearance and this essay provides a way out in a sense. Although the hijab is a Muslim tradition, women who read this may feel inspired to embrace the philosophy behind the scarf. Even if that is not the case, I still think this essay promotes the idea of equality and to be more understanding of other people’s culture.
Mustafa used some great details in her essay. I found the excerpt regarding the teaching of the Koran to be especially powerful. It really emphasized the point about what’s important to look for in people; not beauty, wealth, or privilege, but character. I also liked the description about the ever-changing standard of beauty. It did a good job illustrating the point about why women feel that wearing the hijab is
The tone of the piece was one of pride. Mustafa speaks of the hijab in a way quite contrary to how I thought Muslim women felt about wearing it. She explains that the meaning behind it is not to keep women covered up for a bad reason. She explains that wearing it is actually quite liberating. She states that, “Wearing the hijab has given me freedom from constant attention to my physical self. Because my appearance is not subjected to public scrutiny, …show more content…
Personally, I had no idea why Muslim women wore a scarf that covered their head, neck, and throat. After reading this essay though, I am more knowledgeable and have some understanding of part of Muslim culture. As Mustafa explains, people often misinterpret the meaning behind the hijab. They think she wears it because she is forced to, or because she is cold. The author has provided some educational insight into part of her culture in hopes of people becoming more understanding and tolerant of other’s choices to embrace their …show more content…
It is hard for women to be held against such a high standard of perfection. I think a lot of them are tired of the time and effort they put in to enhancing their appearance and this essay provides a way out in a sense. Although the hijab is a Muslim tradition, women who read this may feel inspired to embrace the philosophy behind the scarf. Even if that is not the case, I still think this essay promotes the idea of equality and to be more understanding of other people’s culture.
Mustafa used some great details in her essay. I found the excerpt regarding the teaching of the Koran to be especially powerful. It really emphasized the point about what’s important to look for in people; not beauty, wealth, or privilege, but character. I also liked the description about the ever-changing standard of beauty. It did a good job illustrating the point about why women feel that wearing the hijab is