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Hikmah Noor
Meaning

Iffah — Iffah

Chastity and restraint — guarding gaze, dress, speech and private conduct for Allah alone.

Also searched as: iffah meaning • chastity islam • haya aur iffat • modesty men women

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Proof • Quran 24:33

وَلْيَسْتَعْفِفِ الَّذِينَ لَا يَجِدُونَ نِكَاحًا

Common misconception

Iffah binds all genders — modesty is not women-only; men guard gaze, speech and screens equally.

Practice in 3 steps

  1. Lower the gaze deliberately, online first.
  2. Dress for Allah’s gaze, not people’s.
  3. Fill idle hours — idleness erodes chastity.

Proof: Quran 24:33

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What is the meaning of Iffah?

Chastity and restraint — guarding gaze, dress, speech and private conduct for Allah alone.

What is the proof for Iffah?

Quran 24:33. Iffah binds all genders — modesty is not women-only; men guard gaze, speech and screens equally.

How do I practice Iffah daily?

1. Lower the gaze deliberately, online first. 2. Dress for Allah’s gaze, not people’s. 3. Fill idle hours — idleness erodes chastity.

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