Mernisissii And The Oppression Of Women

Mernisissi’s aim on providing the information regarding the hijab was not known until this book was read. The actual descended of hijab was between men but it has now used in many ways such as for political power or being the superior. The revelation of hijab being imposed on women is completely different for what it was revealed. The hijab was actually a curtain to create the fine line between men but this somehow got imposed to women. Not to forget the oppression women are facing, given that some choose it whereas some are forced to. How can a girl be protected just by wearing a scarf and does the religion really encourage the oppression? This question should be asked to all the men but it can be inferred that most of them do not understand the actual purpose of hijab. …show more content…
The relation he shared with his wives is quite diplomatic as well as intimate. He married women to strengthen alliance and to convert them into Muslims (p.103). This played a major role as it increased in the number of followers. This can be seen as a positive change because the newly converted Muslims were either the slaves or the war criminal that lost the war. By marrying the tribe of defeated party one can enjoy being free as well as they can be converted into Muslims. These Marriages held a very special bond as it united other tribes. He also shared his problems and was open to their advice, which is remarkable because he believed that everyone has the right to speak. This attitude of Muhammad gives us the general idea about how women used to be a great influential in his