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The hijab : do traditions hinder women in modern society


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Abstract: In today's globalised society, where different cultures and ethnicities come into contact on a regular basis and external religiosity is reported to be increasing, the question concerning the prominence of religious and cultural traditions in modern society is becoming ever more critical. The hij¯ab, as a practice which is only adopted by women, as well as being one of the most externally obvious religious- cultural signs, provides an interesting case for discussion.
Authors: Husseini, S.
Category: General
End Page: 9
Serial number: 3
ISSN: 1824-7180
Volume: I
Journal: SpandaNews : newsletter of the Spanda Foundation
Keywords: religion , culture , women
Language: eng
Organization: Spanda Foundation
Year: 2007
Right: © 2007 Spanda Foundation
Subject: Culture, Society and Religion
Start Page: 8
Title: The hijab : do traditions hinder women in modern society