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From My Sisters' Lips
Covered from head to toe with only her eyes visible the sight of a Muslim woman on a western city street rarely fails to provoke a strong reaction. Feelings of shock horror repulsion pity or even fear are not uncommon. But have you ever wondered who it is behind the veil and what makes her tick? Ever wondered what her life is really like and whether her dreams hopes and aspirations differ from yours? From My Sisters' Lips" offers a rare glimpse into the lives of a community of women most of whom are converts to Islam and invites you to share their joys sorrows convictions and faith. When Na'ima B Robert abandoned her western lifestyle and embraced Islam six years ago it was not a decision taken lightly. Yet soon after she took her first tentative steps towards covering she felt empowered;
no longer judged on physical appearances alone no longer seeking the approval to feel beautiful - or using her looks to wield power over men - the experience effected her greatly. Before long she grew in confidence and courage. As she says "Something just clicked." I thought "Good don't look; don't compare me with your latest squeeze don't try and guess my measurements - my body is my own business!"' "From My Sisters' Lips" offers a glimpse into the lives of just some of the extraordinary women who like herself have chosen to live behind the veil. What emerges is a vivid and intimate portrait of a sisterhood; as they speak candidly and with conviction on a diverse range of subjects ranging from marriage to motherhood stereotypes submission and self-image we hear the strong proud voices of
those who are seldom heard."
no longer judged on physical appearances alone no longer seeking the approval to feel beautiful - or using her looks to wield power over men - the experience effected her greatly. Before long she grew in confidence and courage. As she says "Something just clicked." I thought "Good don't look; don't compare me with your latest squeeze don't try and guess my measurements - my body is my own business!"' "From My Sisters' Lips" offers a glimpse into the lives of just some of the extraordinary women who like herself have chosen to live behind the veil. What emerges is a vivid and intimate portrait of a sisterhood; as they speak candidly and with conviction on a diverse range of subjects ranging from marriage to motherhood stereotypes submission and self-image we hear the strong proud voices of
those who are seldom heard."
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