Purpose Of Arabic Turban Today

By Sue Carpenter


To some people, the Arabic turban may look like another piece of cloth for covering the head but that is not the case. It plays a major role in culture, religion and belief of the owner. They play major roles in embracing different cultures, traditions and what different people believe in. It also trickles down from one generation to another and in all phases of life they embrace and hold it in esteem.

Turbans are stylish and look great on the wearers on any given occasion. It is also important to note that they are affordable and readily available to everyone. Both men and women in Arab cultures find them stylish and modest. They also wear it because they consider the cloth a modest way of dressing.

Most cultures consider the head scarf to bring out the best out of them moral wise. They hold a believe that by covering their heads with the turbans it shows that they are different from the rest and above all have a high regard for the creator. Those who interact with them borrow a leaf and tie turbans from time to time emulating them. To others it could be for cosmetic purposes and they definitely look good in them.

Turbans are of various colors according to the occasion. Mostly the colors speak volumes on the occasion at hand. In most cases black signifies departure or loss of a loved one. Other of the Arab culture includes orange, blue and white. Other specifications of the head gear signify position, Origin and culture of individuals.

The scarves are stylish and protect wearers from scotching sun during dry weather. They also protect the hair and keep it clean. Well its saves them quite some time and energy from the hard work associated with daily grooming.

It is honored as a religious obligation for all Arabs. They believe that they are a symbol of holiness and spirituality as per their requirement in their religion. They always have it on them because of their faith in God and they also know that God is watching over them. This believe makes them aware of their deeds at all times. Hence they strive to do what they deem as right and walk according to the ways and preaching of their religion.

They go out of their way to please God as they view it to be their obligation and do all they can to do as their religion says. Other different religions wear them only during time of worship as a way of respecting God and approaching his throne being holy. With this belief by the Arab community, wearing it is a good sign.

Societies have different expectations for different set of people in the society. Women are expected to wear the Arabic turban to cover their feminine so as not to display it to all. Sundry, well, the head turbans are stylish and very fashionable anyway. The younger generation adores them as well.




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