Essence of the Holy Qur’an — Page 55
An-N u r 55 should observe the regulations in regard to "pardah. " Older women, however, who have no desire or need for marriage can, if they so choose, relax the rules about "pardah," but even they are not allowed to display their adornments to strangers. The organisational structure of society transcends the organisational structure of the family, and the S u rah has not neglected to lay down requisite rules for the smooth and successful conduct of national affairs. The S u rah then holds out a promise to Muslims that if they carry out the programme of life which God has laid down for them, they will become the leaders of the world both in spiritual and temporal spheres and their religion will become firmly established in the world. But when their rule is established and their cause triumphs and prevails, they should worship God, help the poor and the needy and obey the commandments of their Prophet.