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38 in a decent dress, but there are complaints that they do not pay attention to their dressing in malls. One of the things to be remembered is that Haya (modesty) is a part of faith and a woman’s asset, therefore she should always dress modestly. Always keep in mind that there is an honour associated with an Ahmadi woman and an Ahmadi girl, and you have to uphold it. You must always bear in mind that if Allah has given the commandment of Purda in the Holy Qurān, then it definitely has some importance. Do not be like those westernized people who say that the command of Purda has become outdated or was applicable for certain circumstances only. No commandment of the Holy Qurān ever becomes outdated or is altered. Allah the Almighty knew that such ideas will prevail in an era, therefore, He revealed the eternal command that mere words will not make you the believing women. Instead, you will be considered true believers when you follow the guidance and the commandments of the Holy Qurān. ” (Address to Ladies, Jalsa Salana Germany September 1, 2007, Mannheim, Al-Fazl International, December 2, 2016) In one of His addresses, His Holiness Hazrat Khalīfatul-Masīh V atba , brought the attention of Ahmadi women and girls towards the importance of safeguarding their Haya (modesty) and honour in the truest sense, in a very remarkable manner, “Some girls say that they have covered their head and that is enough, but they do not cover their heads the way Allah and His Prophet sa have commanded. Their hair is visible, half of the head is covered and half is uncovered. Even their bosom is visible. If they are wearing a coat, their arms are bare from the elbows, and the coats are above the knees. This is neither the modesty of an Ahmadi girl or woman, nor the limit of freedom for an Ahmadi woman. By acting in this manner, they are bringing their Haya (modesty) into question and are crossing the limits of their freedom.