About This Book:
"3 Essays on the Obligation of Veiling" is a compilation of essays by eminent Islamic thinkers, including 'Abdul-'Azeez bin 'Abdillaah bin Baaz, Muhammad bin Saalih Al-'Uthimeen, and Zayd bin Haadee Al-Madkhalee. These writings dig into the Islamic demand that women wear veils. The articles provide a thorough study of the evidence provided in the Quran and Sunnah (the teachings and practices of the Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him) that supports the Islamic need to veil.
Sheikh 'Abdul-'Azeez bin 'Abdillaah bin Baaz's first article examines the essential concepts of hijab in Islam. It underlines that the hijab protects women's modesty and virginity, as commanded by Allah Subhanahu wa Ta'ala (God, the Most Glorious). The essay also discusses the numerous types of hijab permissible in Islam and refutes arguments against its mandatory character.
Sheikh Muhammad bin Saalih Al-'Uthimeen focuses on the particular Quranic and Prophetic evidence supporting the duty of veiling in the second essay. He quotes Quranic passages instructing women to cover themselves and explains the significance of hijab based on the Prophet Muhammad's (peace be upon him) Hadith (sayings and acts).
Sheikh Zayd bin Haadee Al-Madkhalee's third article discusses common arguments against the necessity to veil. It refutes claims that hijab is only a traditional practice or that it is inappropriate for modern times. The benefits of veiling for women are also emphasized, including both bodily and spiritual well-being.
