Is it permissible to uncover the hands after being convinced that covering them is not obligatory, while fearing that those around one may misunderstand the intention behind uncovering them?
Source: FtawySummary from Ftawy's records · added here Sep 2, 2026
The relied-upon opinion is that it is obligatory for a woman to cover her hands in front of non- men, as a preservation of her religion and in adherence to the safer (more cautious) approach, especially since this is the practiced opinion in her country. Uncovering the hands may lead to suspicion, and covering them is a simple matter.
Summary from Ftawy's records · added here
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