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Shamraz Khan · Jun 23rd, 2009, 02:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fayax

33:59 O Prophet! Tell thy wives and daughters, and the believing women, that they should cast their outer garments over their persons (when abroad): that is most convenient, that they should be known (as such) and not molested. And Allah is Oft- Forgiving, Most Merciful.

outer garmets = word used is jilbab (jalabeebihinna)

Face covering is not mandatory but hair covering comes from a hadith.

The word "Tell" and "should" according to consensus of scholars is a command..not a request.

It says nothing about burka. BTW, as you and I both know that authenticity of Quran cannot be questioned therefore I'd appreciate if you point me to a reference in Quran where it says burka is mandatory.