Niqaab A Seal on the Debate – Islamic Guide on Women’s Dress Code & Veil Rulings

Niqaab: A Seal on the Debate is a concise and informative English Islamic book that examines the dress code of the Muslim woman through the lens of authentic hadith evidence brought together from various classical sources. The author Kamillah Khan draws out the meanings of key terms such as Khimaar, Jilbaab, Hijab, and Niqaab from the Arabic texts, clarifying how these words have been translated into the ambiguous English word “veil.” The book addresses misunderstandings regarding the differences between the dress code of the Prophet’s wives and that of Muslim women in general, and it explains how incorrect rulings and opinions have circulated over time. Through careful analysis, the author presents the true position of the niqaab in Islam and describes in rich detail the authentic obligatory dress code for the Muslimah, making this a valuable resource for readers seeking clarity on modesty and Islamic attire.

From Author:

Kamillah Khan is an English-language Islamic author who embraced Islam over three decades ago. Raised in a Christian household in Michigan, USA, she devoted years to studying hadith and understanding authentic teachings of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. Through extensive research across classical hadith literature, she brings together collective evidences to address the topic of women’s dress, promoting the practice of evaluating rulings based on traditional sources.

Dar Al Wahi Publication

• Kamillah Khan