what are your opinions about Arab woman ?
340230
Beautiful, but then I would accept almost any woman that is not a materialistic American.
175173
Arabs, especially those living in the Gulf states, are notorious for treating their foreign workers worse than animals. This is such common knowledge that my nanny, a filipino lady (who by the way is a great cook :)), told me that in the Philippines, before a worker is sent over to work in Middle Eastern countries like Saudi Arabia, they are given a 3 month crash course on the culture, the lifestyle, what to expect, lots of disclaimers, a lot of "how to protect yourself from Arabs" kind of pep talks and what to expect from the bigotist society that believes foreign workers are less than human and permissable to be treated like trash.\nNewspaper articles, even Arab newspapers themselves (link given below) even routinely churn out abuse articles (many times in the Arab's favour, but still it gets out sometimes, at least) about workers not paid properly, workers who work there under horrible, putrid conditions (do you really think *all* of them get air conditioned rooms in that desert climate? Dream on!), get injured, blame is piled on them and they get sent back WITHOUT their pay nor compensation.\nMany times, blame is conveniently shifted to foreign workers in Gulf States, assuming that since they must be foreigners, some of them non-muslim, they must be the dirty, evil ones who bring crime and sin to the "pure" arabs who themselves are so notorious for every sin they condemn in others - they are blamed for bringing in alcohol, taboo goods, forbidden articles (porn, bibles, etc.).\nIf a shop is raided for questionable items who gets his hands chopped off or goes to jail? Not the Arab owner (most Gulf states dictate that a business has to be partially, some require it to be FULLY owned by an Arab to get a license), but his usually South Asian worker.\n\nBut what can these workers do? They HAVE to earn a living. One arab I know was even so snobbish and ignorant to say that "There are too many Pakistanis in Dubai, they can take over Dubai if we don't get rid or control them!"\n\nNo one there really bothers or thinks about "human rights", they just think those are for infidels.
758093
My best friend wears the full niqab- which covers her completely. Only her eyes show.  She is very beautiful underneath and when I asked her why she gave me two reasons.  \n1- because she believes that her physical beauty is for her husband to enjoy.  She feels free from competition and jealousies from women.  She does not have to have men googling and drooling all over her appearance.  Her husband has a lot of respect for her, especially since most of the women here in NYC are dying for attention and to show off as much of their bodies as possible.\n\n2. Secondly, she says she does it to please God, because when you are muslim you should wear something to show people you are muslim.  When you do this it is considered a good deed.  \n\nWhen I traveled overseas to Islamic countries I enjoyed wearing the Niqab and felt a sense of security and peace I have never known all my life here in America.
844220
She is an educated Muslim women who has chosen her way of life.Close minded are those who cannot not accept her freedom of choice.
149871
The angel of death is in the Middle East again to bring destruction of Muslims. So many naive arabs don't realize that. She can be more usefull at home working on anti racism in the U.S. She forgot about her people. She is just a lost cause and too ugly. She was dumped by her boyfriend who was from Qazvin Iran when she was in university. She can't let go. She is a slave of Israel.
656589
sure ... alot of arabic ppl here .. and am one of them\nwhy do u people always ask about arabs as they are not humans !!! am really sorry for u
771271
I read half of it (should probably have finished it, which I might do in the future.)  She had some good point, mainly highlighting the institution of 'Ishdihad' where Muslims themselves can keep an eye on whats going on with their religion; free thought.  This is applicable to todays world where some people are wildly misinterpreting the religion, hence the result being nasty attacks on INNOCENT civilians, which it totally condemned in Islam.  \n\nOne thing I will hold against her, she goes to say that she is openly a lesbian with a girlfriend.  My understanding of Homosexuality in Islam is this:  The religion takes sexuality and sex as two different and independent things.  So, If your straight, this doesn't give you the right to have sex with many women before marriage, you can only have sex within the marriage.  The Quran acknowledges that people can have homosexual thoughts and tendencies but these should not be acted upon sexually.  Now, if she researched the religion to the extent of being able to write a book about it she should have known this, which she either does know and disregards or doesn't know.  This is quite hypocritical in my opinion.
653520
she's lovely.. maybe the most beautiful women I've seen anywhere! But  she's too much involved into western culture (ads, programs etc..). I think a more "indian" beauty will be more appropriate.
473997
First, let me clarify that I admire many women in history and it is dificult to choose whom I admire most. But, since you've asked us to choose, I pick Aisha bint Abu Bakr.\n\nAisha is arguably the most well-known wife of the Prophet Muhammed (pbuh) to both Muslims and non-Muslims alike. She was extremey well educated and had an incredibly sharp mind. Aisha also discredited many of the anti-woman ahadith after the death of the Prophet. When she believed that Islam was heading down the wrong path, she was steadfast and stod up for herself, and even led the Battle of the Camel.\n\nAisha is anexceptional role model for young women looking to find their voices. Aisha alway spoke her mind and always stood upfor herself and those in need. She is a perfect example how  women can be strong and loving, devoted to God and her husband but also to herself and other women.
860589
I agree with you... Let the women choose what they would or wouldn't like... I am planning to visit Turkey and maybe get the picture of what's going on there first hand... I was shocked for the first time some years back when watching news... A lady who was a member of the Turkish parliament entered wearing Hijab... and all the men and other people there stood up raising their voices angrily asking her to remove her Hijab or else leave the session... It was indeed very rude... And she was defiant of neither removing her hijab nor leaving the session... Imagine an educated lady going through this... Yes, UAE is a very good example where no one is forced into anything... I have been to the UAE on several occassions and did wear my Hijab... Seeing some people not wearing Hijab did not encourage me to change my mind... It should be about choice...
931328
Assalamoalakum Sister,\n\nIf they think women in hijab are scary, they have a lot of issues. Women with hijab are the most trust-worthy women on the planet. If American women were to be friends with a woman wearing a hijab, they would never have to worry about their husbands looking at us. lol. I am an American woman who wears hijab, and to be honest, it doesn't bother me when I get stared at, or when people don't want to be friends with me. If they don't want to befriend me because I'm wearing a hijab, then they are bigotted and selfish. And look at the friends they are going to pick. They won't have the morals of Muslim women, that's for sure. And wearing the hijab is a great way to sort out who your real friends are. Your real friends, whether Muslim or not, will love you and accept you for who you are completely. The truth is that people in non-Muslim countries won't be satisfied with us until we become like western women, and since we never will become like western women, they will never be happy with us. The best thing to worry about is whether Allah is happy with us. That is the most important thing, sister. Assalamoalakum, Sis Safiyah
1005709
Yes, she's hot!\n\nWehbe grew up in Beirut, Lebanon, listening to jazz and R&B. She became a model at a very young age and won the title of "Miss South Lebanon" at age sixteen.\n\nShe released her first album, titled It is Time (Arabic: هو الزمن Howa el Zaman) which surprised many people given the low expectations. Although she is not widely regarded as a talented singer, she is famous for her performing abilities and seen by many to be one of the prettiest women in Lebanon.\n\nHer second album I Want to Live (Arabic: بدي عيش Baddi 'Eish) was released in 2005 and is living up to expectations. She remains popular among Lebanon's youth and makes countless television appearances. She has certainly cemented herself in Lebanese popular culture as the ultimate sex symbol.\n\nIn July 2005, Wehbe, along with 14 other celebrities from the Arab world, began airing the live pan-Arab reality show series The Valley (Arabic: الوادي El Wadi), based on the French reality show La Ferme Célébrités. The show aired for three months, 24/7. It was critically acclaimed and won over many harsh critiques. The show featured weekly live performances in which Wehbe played a central role as well as singing songs from her new album.\n\nLater on, Wehbe announced her engagement to a Saudi businessman, Tariq Al-Jaffali, surprising many people. Rumors about the gifts he offered her began to circulate immediately. However, after only a few weeks, her fiancée and her decided to split for personal and familial reasons. Wehbe was ranked forty-nine in the 2006 Edition of the Top 99 Most Desirable Women by the popular website AskMen.com. She was also included in People's 2006 100 Most Beautiful People list.\n\n\nIn late 2005, Pepsi announced that Wehbe would be the new face of the company.\nHaifa Wehbe in her music video, Wawa\nEnlarge\nHaifa Wehbe in her music video, Wawa\n\nWehbe was chosen in 2006 as one of the most beautiful women in the world by People Magazine and askmen.com.\n\nOn June 10th, Haifa became one of the first arabic icons that introduced 50 Cent, where Haifa performed as an opening act for the 50 Cents concert in Biel, Beirut.\n\nLately, Wehbe released a new single under the title of Bous El Wawa. The video was launched in early June 2006.
850501
None.\n\nWell... almost none.  I looked into moving into Riyahd and found that my wife, who is professional and made more money than me, would essentially not be able to work.  This isn't to say that women CAN'T get a job in Saudi, but it is very difficult.  \n\nFirst, it is one of the most male dominated societies in the world and the Wahhabists segregate the genders.  Women are prohibited from riding in cars with a man who is not their relative. You won't be allowed into a bank unless it has a women-only branch.  You won't be able to go into a restaraunt unless it has "family" section.  You won't be able to go outside unaccompanied, unless you live in a compound.  \n\nNow I know of some Saudi women who do work, but they tend to work for charities, the government and retail shops in women-only malls.  And these were Saudi women.  Chances for expatriate women is even lower.  I have never heard of an expatriate woman getting a job in Saudi (except as a teacher).  \nNo, my dear.  You may be professional, smart, rich, experienced and wise... but you are just a woman in that society's eyes.  \n\nExpect to stay at home with the kids.  While they were offering a huge salary for me to move my family to Riyahd.  Just enjoy your life in the compound.\n\n(Later addendum: I forgot to add that there is an ethnic pecking order in Saudi Arabia.  Saudis are on top of the pyramid followed by other Sunnis, followed by Shiites then Westerners, then followed by a pecking order of ethnicities largely based upon how rich the countries are/what jobs those ethnicities tend to do in Saudi. For example, Pakistanis, Yemenis and Bangladeshi are seen as in the middle because they are Muslim, but not on top because they do construction.  Phillipinos tend to get the shaft because they are usually Catholic construction workers.  I am not sure about Indians, but my guess is that they are somewhere near the bottom. I'm not trying to be alarmist, but that's the way it is.)
625730
I am Muslim, a convert from christianity. I understand fully, I have had the same problem. My mom is a christian and very pro-Israel. She knows that I am Muslim but she forbids me to wear a Hijab or openly practice my religion. She had threatened to kick me out of the house other times for how I vote in elections so, I don't debate my religion with her. I agree with what the others said here that it is those radicals that give us a bad name. But I also think it is because of just pure ignorance of the truth mostly this ignorance is spread by the media.  It even extends to just being Arab or supporting the Arabs. I am originally American but I think of myself as an Arabist. I was in 10th grade english and the teacher announced to the whole class that I was with the Arabs. I didn't expect that but maybe it was because the teacher was Jewish but the whole class looked at me and I thought that I was going to be beaten up by how some of the kids were looking at me. This was shortly after 9/11 too. But above it all, I found happiness, I am happily married to an Egyptian Muslim, and will be making the Hajj in November, Inshallah. Those cartoons were overly offensive and shows why there is still the whole rift between East and West. Regardless of what those people say or do, keep your head up high and never allow them to get to you. Their fate like everything else is in Allah's hands.
467975
It is surprising, but I think they generally treat them as they would anyone else when they are leaders of a country, or even representatives.  Angela Merkel of Germany, former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher, and many other women heads of state have dealt with Arab nations without any problems.
420817
Try someone new that you haven't heard of. Sure beats doing the same ol' same ol' that's been done a million times...\nSuggestions:\nCat Stevens (aka Yusuf Islam)\nShirin Ebadi (the first Muslim woman to win a Nobel Peace Prize)\nMarwa Al-Eifa (first Muslim woman to win International race in Dubai)\n\nOk, all Muslim, but definitely off the beaten path! Plus, another big shocker, Marwa Al-Eifa is from Saudi Arabia! Not what you'd expect from those women who wear all black and walk 5 steps behind their husbands and AREN'T ALLOWED TO DRIVE, is it!! ;)
653452
Good question !!!!! Lets hear from those who say that  muslim women who cover themselves are opprossed!!!