Womens dress code.

[Guest]

OK, here is another question regarding womens dress code.

Womens dress code is specifically outlined in the Qu'ran. It is my understanding based on the various translations and explanations that I have viewed that women are basically asked to dress with righteousness, modesty and dignity and there are three basic rules.

There is nothing specific about wearing the Hijab or wearing a veil and these are "traditions" of the region and not direct from Allah. So my take on it would be that a Muslim woman in say Birmingham, England is not required to wear a Hijab unless she wanted to, where as it would be appropriate to wear in the Middle East.

Similarly there is no specific rule regarding the wearing of an all enclosing Burqa (spelling) or all encompassing cloth. So where did the Taliban get the idea that women must cover themselves up in the Burqa.

In fact, some interpretations of the Qu'ran (depends on who you talk to) imply that the dress code is at the discretion of the person mindful of their environment but at all times dress modestly.

No nude sunbathing for Muslims on the French Riviera then

Some of the dress code would seem logical. But again, it seems to me to be putting the onus on the women for men being unable to control themselves. You know, "Look how she was dressed, she was "asking for it"".

Honestly, you should see how some women dress for work !!

Look forward to your input.