Ruling on sisters wearing high heels & heeled boots - By Sh. Abu Khadeejah Abdul-Wāhid حفظه الله

Summary

The transcript discusses the Islamic ruling on women wearing high heels, stating that it is disallowed in public based on historical and religious reasons. High heels, according to scholars, were historically worn by Jewish women to elevate themselves and attract men's attention. This practice is considered deceptive and enticing, leading to the disapproval of wearing them. The ruling allows for high heels in private, between a woman and her husband, but advises against wearing them in public due to the potential negative impact on a woman's posture and the intended effect on men.

Takeaways

• 😀 High heels are disallowed in Islam due to their association with attraction and deception.
• 😀 The practice of wearing high heels originates from a time when Jewish women used them to elevate themselves for visibility to men.
• 😀 High heels are considered deceptive because they alter a woman's walking posture and make her more noticeable to men.
• 😀 The intended effect of high heels is to entice men by altering a woman's natural gait, which is why women wear them, not for comfort.
• 😀 High heels are not considered beneficial for a woman's feet; in fact, many women find them difficult to walk in.
• 😀 Wearing high heels in public is prohibited as it may lead to undue attention and the enhancement of feminine allure, which is not recommended.
• 😀 The ruling on wearing high heels in public applies broadly in Islamic teachings, discouraging any attire or behavior that may cause distraction or temptation.
• 😀 There is an exception for wearing high heels in the privacy of one’s home, especially in front of one’s husband, where it is permissible.
• 😀 The prohibition on high heels is rooted in Sharia law, with scholars supporting this viewpoint to maintain modesty in public spaces.
• 😀 This perspective is widely accepted by scholars like Ibn Taymiyyah and others in the context of Islamic modesty guidelines.

Q & A

What is the ruling on sisters wearing high heels according to the script?

The script states that wearing high heels is disallowed, as it is considered a form of deception and may lead to women enticing men through their altered posture and walk.

Why were high heels historically associated with Jewish women in the script?

Historically, Jewish women wore platforms and high heels to elevate themselves and be seen by men, which led to their disallowance in the context discussed.

What is the primary reason high heels are discouraged for women in public according to the script?

High heels are discouraged because they change a woman's walk in a way that can attract men's attention, which is seen as inappropriate in public.

Do high heels have any health benefits for women according to the script?

No, high heels are not beneficial for women's feet, and the script suggests that no woman would claim they are comfortable or good for foot health.

Why do women wear high heels if they are not comfortable, as mentioned in the script?

Women wear high heels because they know the effect it has on their posture and the way it attracts the attention of men, rather than for comfort or health reasons.

Is it permissible for women to wear high heels in private settings, according to the script?

Yes, it is permissible for women to wear high heels in front of their husbands, as this is considered a private matter between them.

What does the script say about the Sharia ruling on high heels?

The script states that, according to Sharia, wearing high heels in public is disallowed, but it is not prohibited within private settings like the home with a husband.

How does the script view the effect of high heels on a woman's posture and walking style?

The script acknowledges that high heels affect a woman's posture and walking style, making it more likely to attract attention from men, which is why they are discouraged.

What is the scholarly consensus on high heels, according to the script?

The scholars mentioned in the script, including IBN and others, agree that wearing high heels in public should be avoided due to their potential to deceive and entice men.

What is the general tone of the script regarding the cultural implications of high heels?

The script conveys a critical tone towards high heels, emphasizing their cultural role in attracting attention and altering a woman's natural posture, which is considered inappropriate in public by the Sharia.