Hijab — Page 84
84 Thus, Islam has provided freedom and prescribed boundaries as well. It has not granted unrestricted freedom. Due to specific circumstances, it is permissible to observe less Purda (veiling). It can be observed at a lower standard. Simultaneously, it is prohibited to abandon Islamic Commandments without reason and an unjust cause. Islam does not permit immodesty in the name of freedom. ” (Friday Sermon March 18, 2016 Baitul Futuh Mosque, London, Al-Fazl International, April 8, 2016) Many times, Huzoor Anwar atba has provided enlightened guidance with reference to the sayings of the Promised Messiah as in order to draw the attention of Muslim women in western society toward safeguarding themselves and their future generations. On one occasion, while addressing Ahmadi ladies residing in Western societies, Huzoor Anwar atba said: “While living in this western culture you have to face various struggles to safeguard yourself and your future generations. At the same time, you should also strive to observe Purda. Today, if you free yourself from observing Purda, the coming generations will take a step even further. The Promised Messiah as says: ‘People are promoting promiscuity as in Europe, but this is certainly not appropriate. Such freedom of women is the root cause of obscenity and immorality. One can imagine the state of morality where such pattern of freedom is prevalent. ’ You reside in these countries so you can assess if this freedom has helped them establish high moral standards. The Promised Messiah as resumed: ‘If freedom of sexes and want of proper covering has helped increase their chastity and virtue, we will readily confess that we were mistaken. ’