Thanks for all the great opinions on women wearing a veil. My understanding is that it is in fact a religious requirement and can be found referenced many times in the Christian Bible. Reference is made as to why women should cover as well. In thinking back it is not such a crazy thought. When I was a child growing up in Canada I remember my Irish grandmother and many women covering their head with a scharf. Some covered more than this. It was very normal for women to cover in those days particularly if they were Catholic or Christian.

I never like to make assumptions. Fair enough that some women who are covered may look on to us with envy. But then again some may look and feel sorry for us that we have chosen to expose ourselves. One never knows!