Iffah / Temperance
Quranic Verses
"The Divine Wisdom on Modesty"
The Divine Wisdom on Modesty
Surah Al-Qasas (28:25)
فَجَاءَتْهُ إِحْدَاهُمَا تَمْشِي عَلَى اسْتِحْيَاءٍ
"Then one of the two women came to him walking with modesty."
Reflection:
This verse presents modesty as a noble quality reflected in behavior and mannerisms. True Haya is shown through dignity, respect, and self-restraint in one's conduct.
TRANSLATION
Surah Al-Ahzab (33:59)
يَا أَيُّهَا النَّبِيُّ قُل لِّأَزْوَاجِكَ وَبَنَاتِكَ وَنِسَاءِ الْمُؤْمِنِينَ يُدْنِينَ عَلَيْهِنَّ مِن جَلَابِيبِهِنَّ
"Tell your wives, daughters, and believing women to draw their outer garments over themselves."
Reflection:
The verse highlights modest dress as a means of preserving dignity and respect. It demonstrates that modesty is reflected not only in character but also in outward appearance.