What is a hijab?
Hijab is the Islamic tradition of covering oneself modestly. While it is certainly put on most often by Muslim women, there are even some male Muslims who choose to wear the veil. There are many ways to drape a hijab, depending upon individual taste and the standards of one’s own culture.
Why do Muslim women wear hijab?
Muslim women wear the hijab for a variety of reasons. For some women wearing it is a symbol of their devotion to God, and reflects their beliefs. For others, this is the answer to protecting their modesty. Some just wear it to preserve a sense of ethnic identity.