Thinking about veiling

[Shin]

It’s splendid to see veiling in public by Catholics… I love reading about it…

 

[Peter5]

Being completely unbiased cause I’ve complained against muslims is a sense of national security. I mean like its not proper everywhere is it? I’m new this religious phenomenon and even when I lived in the west there was no one wearing veilings of any sort. I just don’t it ever should be forced like sharia law or something on people and everything and my concerns about security are my major things. I’ve never dated a catholic woman though before so I don’t know this sort of stuff. Sorry if I’m the bear of bad news! I just an completely objective in matters such as these.

salam,
Peter

 

[Miserys_Fence]

Please realize I can only speak for myself.

Since veiling in public is not a requirement or even suggested in the Western Catholic Church (Roman), why do you feel the need to do so?

God has placed it upon my heart to do so.

Most likely people that don’t know you will assume that you are Muslim and I think that is a valid assumption that comes from personal experience with women who veil in public.

I’m an old woman and don’t give a flying rat’s patootie what other people think of me. If the worst thing anyone can possibly think about me is that I’m Muslim, then it’s been a good day.

Every person certainly has the freedom to dress as they please, but maybe sometimes we become too prideful and need to remember that we are a “part” of the Body of Christ.

I began covering as a Lenten penance to let go of pride in my hair. Trust me, if I were going for the “pride” angle, I’d show my hair all the time. I look much better without covering.

As a high school teacher for many years, I have observed thousands of young women and wearing a veil in public (as opposed to during mass) is somewhat like piercing your nose or having a huge tattoo that shows - it is indicative of young people wanting to stand apart from the crowd. I’m interested in the psychological implications of a person veiling in public when it isn’t a part of their cultural/religious heritage - please let us know what your decision is and the impetus for it. God Bless You

I’m neither young nor a “stand out,” but I do have a pierced nose (which actually is part of my cultural/ethnic heritage, but that’s not why I had it done–I just like the way it looks). Maybe I would be perceived differently if I were young and attractive, but I’d daresay most people who see me covered think of a little old grandma in a babushka rather than someone looking for attention.

Although I’m not particularly attractive, my hair makes me rather distinctive-looking and I draw plenty of stares when uncovered, with waist-length jet black hair, ivory skin, and pale grey eyes. But when covered, I’m completely uninteresting; and as a bonus, it scares men away!

Miz

 

[Thyme]

I think it’s very brave of you to do this, especially at your age. Head coverings look pretty.

However, I have been unable to understand why it is respectful for a woman to cover their hair.

 

[Silyosha]

I certainly understand wanting to veil at mass:thumbsup:, but I’m a little confused about veiling outside of mass. Since veiling in public is not a requirement or even suggested in the Western Catholic Church (Roman), why do you feel the need to do so? Most likely people that don’t know you will assume that you are Muslim and I think that is a valid assumption that comes from personal experience with women who veil in public. My daughter was attending a Catholic university at your age and I can assure you that the only young women veiling in public were Muslims. Every person certainly has the freedom to dress as they please, but maybe sometimes we become too prideful and need to remember that we are a “part” of the Body of Christ. As a high school teacher for many years, I have observed thousands of young women and wearing a veil in public (as opposed to during mass) is somewhat like piercing your nose or having a huge tattoo that shows - it is indicative of young people wanting to stand apart from the crowd. I’m interested in the psychological implications of a person veiling in public when it isn’t a part of their cultural/religious heritage - please let us know what your decision is and the impetus for it. God Bless You

Good questions. I guess I want to cover mainly because it will allow me to always be aware that I’m here on earth for God and not just to do things that bring me enjoyment, no matter how much other things have the capability to distract from that purpose, That might seem to indicate that I want to stand out, as you m,entioned, but that isn’;t my intent. I realize that most people will assume I’m a Muslim, but that doesn’t bother me all that much. It really isn’t their business in the first place, so I don’t see why it would be upsetting to them.

I’ve decided to start out by veiling at mass (I go to the EF with my Dad). I don’t have a mantilla at home, but I have a scarf that’ll do the job, so that’;s what I’ll use. I’m not 100% on how to tie it, though.

 

[Miserys_Fence]

I’ve decided to start out by veiling at mass (I go to the EF with my Dad). I don’t have a mantilla at home, but I have a scarf that’ll do the job, so that’;s what I’ll use. I’m not 100% on how to tie it, though.

Browse You Tube for ideas; I was pleasantly surprised at how many videos there are showing how to wear different types of head coverings. Besides myself, The Veiled Catholic and VeiledGlory also wear hijab-style coverings, and a number of women wear the more traditional Jewish-style tichel.

Miz