Struggle of a Muslum Girl
"I did not feel good at all wearing the viel. I felt camouflaged. But then I thought that is life, you know?" She also felt "jealous" of the few girls who, because they lived in French neighborhoods in which they were less conspicuous, could affort not wear the veil. Mina had been a beautiful young woman who worried about losing her looks under her veil, to distinguish herself from the other veiled women. She bought expensive silk veils imported from Tunisia, which she wore over stiletto heels, and draped the silk over her face so as to make the opening for the eye larger. Her high heels guaranteed tht her ankles would be exposed. (p. 17)
Source:
Lazreg, Marnia. Questioning the Veil: Open Letters to Muslim Women. Princeton: Princeton University Press, 2009. [HQ 1170.L39 2009] (Tyndale Seminary, Toronto)
This passage may not provide concrete information or a defined concept, but it is worth noting because it captures the profound human struggle faced by a Muslim girl in the Islamic community who chooses to wear the veil. It is a reminder of the deeply personal and often challenging journey of balancing identity, faith, and societal expectations.
ReplyDeleteWe must not overlook the courage it takes to navigate such complexities, nor the emotional and psychological weight that accompanies these decisions. This struggle reflects the universal quest for dignity, self-expression, and belonging.
By acknowledging and honoring these experiences, we pay tribute to the resilience of those who fight for their humanity and authenticity in the face of cultural, social, or even internal conflicts. It is through understanding and respect for these struggles that we uphold the values of compassion and shared humanity.