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A '''hijab''' (حجاب) is a headscarf worn by many [[Muslim]] women. The term hijab comes from the Arabic word "hijaba," which means to hide from view.   

A '''hijab''' (حجاب) is a headscarf worn by many [[Muslim]] women. The term hijab comes from the Arabic word "''hijaba''," which means to hide from view.   

It not only serves to distinguishing them from non-Muslims and to conceal them from public view of males, but it is also a reminder to these women of their Islamic faith. In many of the more traditional Muslim societies, women tend to remain outside the public sphere of men, devoting themselves to child rearing and taking care of the home. Islamic dress is one of many rights granted to Islamic women. Modest clothing is worn in obedience to God and has nothing to do with submissiveness to men.

It not only serves to distinguishing them from non-Muslims and to conceal them from public view of males, but it is also a reminder to these women of their Islamic faith. In many of the more traditional Muslim societies, women tend to remain outside the public sphere of men, devoting themselves to child rearing and taking care of the home. Islamic dress is one of many rights granted to Islamic women. Modest clothing is worn in obedience to God and has nothing to do with submissiveness to men.