If I were to convert to Islam... hijab?

Question

If I were to convert to Islam, would I have to wear a hijab?

My family live in Italy and France, they are Roman Catholics (very very religious family)

My family does not like Arabs or even Muslims in general. I know that not all Muslims are Arabs, but the ones in France usually are. My mom and dad may be okay if I were to convert but my mom would never tell my family ... I'm sure if I were to convert to Islam my family would disown me and would never want me to go back to Europe to see them. So would I have to wear a hijab if I were Muslim? because I am scared to wear on and especially because I live here in South Texas where racist and the prejudice are everywhere. So many Muslims don't wear them, is it wrong of them? I'm just so confused!

Answer 1

I WILL BE MY PLEASURE TO HELP YOU.I AM ALSO A MUSLIM AND LIVING IN A MUSLIM COUNTRY.AND I WILL ASK ABOUT UR SITUATION FROM ISLAMIC SCHOLARS BECAUSE I THINK THEY WILL TELL U MORE PRECISELY ABOUT UR SITUATION.ONLY WRITE ME SOME THING I'LL SEND U MY EMAIL ADDRESS.

Answer 2

what do you mean ur family doesnt like Arabs ?

we Arabs we rockkkkkkkkk !!!!

we are children of Ishmael

read the bible it says we are great nation !!

Answer 3

I know how u feel about the hijab and the comments u will be receiving. I used to live in Harlingen, TX, and i never saw anyone wear the hijab. I wanted to wear it desperatelty, but i was afraid of the comments. But i wore it and yes ppl were asking me whats that ur wearing, and i explained and they got over it. Dont be lost coz of ur family, be on the straight path, and Allah will make it easy for u inshaAllah. I will pray for u :)

Answer 4

Hi (Salam)

I am from a syrian father and a french canadian mother.  I lived all my live in quebec, canada.  Now, i live in west virginia, usa after i met my husband.  

If you are afraid about texas, don't be.  I was afraid when i came to the usa 3 years ago.  But it's ok.  And i know that in texas, they have a muslim comunity that can help you if you need it.  

About your family, i can't tell you because i didn't live that situation, but i have lots of friends that had to deal with a family like yours.  They are ok.  And happy.  

The most important is to trust Allah and do your best.  

But i think, that since your familly is used to different things (a L*****n, a black marriage...) they will forget your situation fast.. Don't worry, you'll be fine.  

You can contact me if you'd like.. Just write me something and i'll send you my infos.  

Oh, and about the hijab.  Muslims have to wear hijabs; i will not lie.  But i know some really good muslims who don't wear it.  And a lot of new muslims wait before wearing it until they have some confidence.  

May Allah guide us all and helps you make good choices.  

Bonne chance et ne t'en fait pas!!

Answer 5

dirka dirka mohamid jihad

Answer 6

I really understand where you are i just converted recently.

i havent started wearing the hijab yet as everyone needs time to agjust!! the beauty of wearing the hijab is it actually gives you freedom i tried it one day and it fely good but i cant wear it all the time as my job wont let me so as i said i need too ajgust

when wearing the hijab your outer appearence is insignificant you the true you matter.. inside your heart

men and women are equaL IN ISLAM MY HUSBAND IS SO CARING.

my familly have cut ties but id rather respect my creator and follow the true religion as the next life is eternal and this life goes so fast!!

you should listen to dr zakir in you tube if u have any doubts he knows all the quaran and bible and is a very wise muslim man

hope this helps... and dont be afraid allah will guide u ...:):)

Answer 7

Well, if ya think about it, Roman Catholics also cover their head! You could wear the same head covering they do.

You don't HAVE to wear hijab - it doesn't make you a non Muslim if you don't. Trust me, the only unforgivable sin in Islam is shirk (ascribing partners with Allah (SWT)). Allah (SWT) is the best of judges.

If you fear for your life, you definately shouldn't wear hijab. Just because you don't veil, doesn't mean you're not a good Muslim.

Answer 8

It  is a rule in the Quran that women have to where hijab...but under your circumstances...you don't have to wear one...You'll be forgiven

Answer 9

you have to wear hijab.

However, just because it is difficult to wear hijab, you should not delay converting to Islam.

If you are convinced that Islam is true religion, convert to Islam in first opportunity. You have to pray to God to make things easy for you. None are perfect. Though covering hair is mandatory, but not abiding by this law does not throw you out of fold of Islam. So, trust God, pray to Him and go ahead. If you couldn't follow some rule of Islam, Allah very well knows the difficulty you face.

May Allah guide you and make things easy for you.

Answer 10

well u dont have to. but when u pray then you do.

im half muslim and only wear a hijaab when i go to the mosque so dont worry.

islam is a peacful good relgion. no1 will forxe u to wear a hijaab or be like "u can wear pants"

i know girls that r islamic and are slets. kinda like me. lol

and if u r in canada the ahamddiya muslim communtiy is really supportive.

Answer 11

Should you fear Allah God almighty  or your parents who you know are on wrong path?   This is much more important to think. Females  do not live with parents for ever. They get married and live with their husbands.  How often you will see your parents. It wouldn't violate your belief in Islam if you didn't wear scarf in front of  your parents bcoz you are not required to wear scarf in front of family members.

When you go out with them you can wear western long skirt with full sleeves and cover your hair with hat or some thing of western style.  Islam doesn't require what you can and what you canm't  wear. It only teaches you to cover your body in public in such a way that no one can see the curves of your body.