Yes, according to most modern Islamic scholars, a woman can show her wrists in Islam.
Here's a breakdown:
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General Islamic View on Covering: The prevailing opinion among contemporary Islamic scholars is that a woman must cover her entire body in public, except for her face, hands, and feet. This interpretation stems from interpretations of the Quran and Sunnah regarding modesty and hijab (Islamic dress code).
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The 'Awrah: The term "awrah" refers to the parts of the body that must be covered. For women, the extent of the awrah differs according to various contexts:
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In Prayer (Salah): During prayer, a woman should cover her entire body except for her face and hands up to the wrists. Therefore, exposing the wrists is permissible during prayer.
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In Public: The majority view considers the face, hands, and feet permissible to be visible in public. Therefore, showing the wrists in public is generally allowed, based on this viewpoint.
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Different Interpretations: It is important to acknowledge that differing interpretations exist within Islamic scholarship concerning the precise definition of hijab. Some scholars may hold stricter views, but the allowance to show the wrists is the dominant opinion.
In summary, the wrist is generally considered part of the area of the hand that a woman is allowed to expose according to most modern Islamic scholars, both during prayer and in public.
