What religion wears hijab?

What religion wears hijab?

Islam. Islam promotes modest dress among women. Many Muslim women wear a headscarf, often known as a hijab and in Quranic Arabic as the khimar. Many of these garments cover the hair, ears and throat, but do not cover the face.

What is a Hijab vs burka?

The term burqa is sometimes conflated with niqāb. The burqa is also not to be confused with the hijab, a garment which covers the hair, neck and all or part of the chest, but not the face.

Does Nike sell hijabs?

Nike is now selling its first-ever performance hijab for Muslim female athletes. The hijab sells for $35 and is available in black in sizes from extra-small to large.

What does hijab mean in Arabic?

A girl studying the Qur'an. Hijab is an Arabic word meaning barrier or partition. In Islam, however, it has a broader meaning. It is the principle of modesty and includes behaviour as well as dress for both males and females. The most visible form of hijab is the head covering that many Muslim women wear.