In a world that defines less as more,

Where worth is judged in how many looks you score,

The Jewel was crying out for shade,

Covered from the world’s gaze.

And wouldn’t society be amazed?!

The Jewel never knew her true worth,

Assuming that from her birth,

That time would go on and she’d have her layers uncovered,

For others to gape at her in awe and wonder.

She never wanted perfection, only protection,

The protection of her Lord was what she slowly began to crave for,

She was given guidance by the Qur’an with its blessed spiritual sustenance,

And they say her fate was sealed when she read the verse that revealed,

“On no soul do we place a burden more than it can bear.”

Tears poured from her eyes and even more from her heart,

Because right then she knew that with a fresh start.

Her title Muslimah would not be in vain,

And the deeds of her life which slowly became,

To hold more significance than just day to day,

Her Lord she began to call on to ease her way.

Into this beautiful way of life with unmatched wisdom,

Of which there were obstacles to overcome,

Many out to snatch the Jewel’s shine,

But she fought back with all her might every single time.

A comment, a stare, an unkind laugh,

Made for a challenged heart,

But she remained firm and steadfast,

Against all cruelty, so she’d stand last.

The Jewel had Sister gems who she also wanted to protect,

From the snare of shaitan so they wouldn’t be next.

So she taught them what she knew and prayed for their safety,

Monthly, weekly, especially daily.

She knew a day would come when they would question life,

And when that time came, she wanted for them less strife,

She wanted their hearts resistant to temptation,

For She Knew Fitna was ready to corrupt their destination.

May Allah make it easy on all beautiful girls,

The Muslimahs striving for Allah, the well guarded Pearls,

Because we are Jewels with beauty undiscovered,

Our Lord, Most wise, gave us this cover.

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I grew up with a mother
who wore a piece of cloth
over her hair.
It was just another part of her,
like her gentle blue eyes
and morning prayers.

But as I became older
The childhood filter faded away
and I heard what people would say,
and wouldn’t say.

5-letter insults were not as bad as the sharp stares
that shredded the pride I had for my mother.
But the questions aimed at her
-rarely inquisitive
and mostly insensitive-
haunted me everywhere.

‘Do you ever wash your hair?’
‘Are you bald?’
“Do you have a bomb under there?
‘Do you sleep with that on?”
“CAN YOU HEAR OKAY UNDER THERE?”

I began to detest
that piece of cloth
that labeled us as ‘oppressed’
and screamed- never whispered-
that we were different, odd,
Wrong.

Now, I am proud
of this piece of cloth
that has enough heart and bravery
to defy society’s conception of beauty
to declare the existence of modesty
and to scream- not whisper-
I am Muslim,
different, beautiful,
Strong.

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“Take off your headscarf – lets see the length of your hair…
Go on just this once – it’s only a dare!”
The girl with the Hijab looked back and proudly replied…
“There is no chance that I’ll let 14 devils float by my side”

The other girl scoffed still wanting to have fun…
“So you’re prepared to roast under the burning sun??”
“Yes – because the heat right now means nothing to me;
It is the hell fire which is extremely scary”

Girl with no scarf – still wanting to say more…
“Why are you wearing it? What is the purpose for?”
“Allah will keep evil and punishment away from me….
This Hijab is there in my life for security…
I love and value my faith – which is why I cover my head”
Smiling the girl in the Hijab had said.

The other girl tensed – but not showing she’s feeling bad….
“Why not show everyone your beauty – once you have, you’ll feel ever so glad!”
“The beauty is inside me – where Islam is growing in my heart…
…appreciating Allah is the way for a happy start!”

At this point, the girl with no Hijab had nothing else left to say…
She knew that the other girl was always joyful and confident each and every day.
She realized that this Sister in Hijab will always remain pure and never will walk in shame….
The girl with no scarf knew she wanted to be exactly the same.

This is why, when she went home – she made a very big decision.
She realized that loving Allah can put you in such a wonderful position.
In the classroom, the next day – this girl was wearing her Hijab for the first ever time – feeling so proud…
Looked at the other girl whom she had made fun of before had said out loud…

“Oh sister of Islam – forgive me for the things I have said….
Seeing the love you hold for our religion has today made me cover my head…
Your sweet and caring words that you so dearly expressed…
Made me see how Islam has given you so much respect
I know that Allah will gift those who follow Islam….
Wearing my Hijab – I know that I will be safe from any harm.

Thank you My Sister – for you who I now admire and congratulate
Together as Muslims, we should aim to reach Jannat’s Gates.”

The first girl – amazed, had happiness all over her face
Smiled with love and gave the Sister a lot of praise.
“Mashallah Sister – Indeed Allah will purify your heart and your deen…
Continue love for our faith and in Heaven we will be seen…
Wearing the Hijab – we will always stay as the ‘Respected Girl’….
And to Allah we will be known as the ‘Concealed Pearl!’

Author: Unknown

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I am a Muslim Woman
I walk with dignity and speak seriously
I am practical and responsible
I am humble, honest and a true person
I am content of my self and I explore my life
for my serenity is my strength
True to those who hear my heart.
I’m neither cheated nor abused
I don’t envy other woman
I’m not plagued with depression
I’m certainly not confused
and I don’t need to be defensive
because I know myself well with high esteem and humility to some aspect of life

I established my career with Allah’s guidance
single amount is a product of my sweat
though you often stare as you see me
my veil signify my being Muslim
I believe in modesty and trying to lower my gaze
I ain’t impressed by money, cars, clothes or fame
I was taught that peace is not that absence of war
But peace, is a feeling that can only come from remembering your God.

I am a Muslim Woman
I stand up for what I believed
for GOD has guided me to the right path
I prostrate to the One GOD.

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It’s funny how you thought my veil was a trend
How, by summer time, my veil obsession will end
You don’t understand my veil or its reasons
You think it was made to be worn on certain seasons
Try to understand it’s a command from my Lord
Not something pushed on me by a gun or a sword
It’s a choice I’ve made to follow these commands
To rid myself of a man’s lustful demands
My beauty I will preserve and protect from every male
For my soul mate’s eyes only I will unveil
You say I need to embrace my youthful femininity
That covering up so is only for an old lady
Telling me to add some eyeliner, mascara and lip gloss
And to the side, my headscarf I should toss
This mentality of yours leads to corruption
In every society you destroy the root of their protection
The laws of our Lord should always precede
All the laws of the land in order that we may succeed

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