What is the explanation of the hadith in which the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, speaks about the length of a woman's garment?
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The of Ibn Umar and the hadith of Aisha indicate the permissibility for women to lengthen their garments by a cubit, as this provides them with covering. This ruling is specific to them and differs from the ruling for men. Consensus has been reported on the permissibility of women lengthening their garments.
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