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The aim is to explore the historical roots and contemporary meanings of the hijab in various cultural contexts.

November 28, 2025Open Access

Re-Exploring the Origins and Transformation of the Hijab (Veil) in Global History

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The aim is to explore the historical roots and contemporary meanings of the hijab in various cultural contexts.
Historical analysis of veiling practices in Mesopotamian, Greek, Persian, and Arab societies.
Examination of Qur'anic guidance and interpretation regarding modest dress.
Analysis of modern interpretations of the hijab in fashion and politics.
The hijab has origins in various ancient cultures, pre-dating Islam.
Islam universalized the concepts of modesty and ethical intention linked to veiling.
Contemporary discourse often emphasizes fashion and symbolism, which may obscure its ethical foundations.

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This article examines the historical and cultural evolution of the hijab, highlighting its ethical significance in Islamic practice.

Iftikhar Ahmad (2025) studied this question.

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