http://www.democraticunderground.com/10027832963
Sun May 15, 2016, 12:49 AM
philosslayer (2,157 posts)
A statement about Muslim women wearing Hijabs
Last edited Sun May 15, 2016, 09:43 AM - Edit history (1)
There are lots of posters on other threads decrying the Hijab, specifically in the United States.
Lets be clear. The wearing of the Hijab is a VOLUNTARY ACT. Its undertaken by Muslim women who are demonstrating their dedication to Islam. Its a noble, courageous gesture that should be LAUDED, and not condemned.
After which a lot of talk about Orthodox Jews, etc.
Response to Cheese Sandwich (Reply #1)
Sun May 15, 2016, 01:03 AM
philosslayer (2,157 posts)
3. It absolutely is
Some of the hijabs i've seen are beautiful. I've even heard instances of non-Muslim women starting to wear them as a fashion statement.
Response to philosslayer (Reply #3)
Sun May 15, 2016, 07:43 AM
Squinch (11,941 posts)
12. You've made this comment before, and it's pure bullshit. No one is wearing these things as a
fashion statement.
You seem to want this to become the next trend in "Forever 21." Why might that be?
Response to Squinch (Reply #12)
Sun May 15, 2016, 09:42 AM
philosslayer (2,157 posts)
37. Yes, they ARE wearing "these things" as a fashion statement
http://mic.com/articles/134432/why-hijabs-becoming-a-fashion-statement-for-non-muslim-women#.JZ8qieyQL
The link shows models wearing fabric on their heads, but with bare shoulders. Not Islamic in the least.
Response to philosslayer (Reply #37)
Sun May 15, 2016, 11:54 AM
riderinthestorm (21,962 posts)
43. Wearing a scarf on your head doesn't make you a hijabi
Sorry but women have been wearing scarves, bandanas and turbans forever.
That doesn't mean they are embracing what your OP is pushing - that this is a noble religious act.
All in all, it doesn't go well for the resident Muzzie lover.
Response to philosslayer (Original post)
Sun May 15, 2016, 07:51 AM
Star Member FLPanhandle (6,152 posts)
13. Frankly, that's bullshit
If it was voluntary, then many Muslim women would choose not to do it. Or not wear it on some days.
You are saying all Muslim women think alike (like robots), have no rebellious streaks, don't have moods where they want to change their appearance. Insulting.
The only way to make millions of women wear the exact thing every day is to force them.
You are an apologist for Islamic subjection of women's free will.
Pathetic to see this on a liberal site.
Response to philosslayer (Original post)
Sun May 15, 2016, 07:56 AM
Democat (10,452 posts)
15. "Its a noble, courageous gesture"
Even if you assume that these women are doing it voluntarily, which many people on DU don't think is true, what makes someone practicing the religion they were born into noble and courageous?
And of course, BlueNorthwest has to throw some gayness in:
Response to philosslayer (Original post)
Sun May 15, 2016, 08:36 AM
Bluenorthwest (43,601 posts)
29. A religious choice is noble and courageous and should be lauded? Why is that? Should I laud
Evangelicals who refuse to wear make up as bravely devoted? How about when they refuse to feed their LGBT children, throw them out of the house? Is that brave and courageous devotion as well?
Apparently, Philo even got the word wrong in the OP, here's that squirrel again:
Response to philosslayer (Original post)
Sun May 15, 2016, 09:26 AM
rjsquirrel (2,120 posts)
36. What is a "hibab?" Eom lol
Like a Shish Kebab?
I think I counted just two supporters for philoslayer. He was watching his thread the whole time.
