Wednesday, July 3, 2013

The Head Turban And Its Significance

By Freda Watts


The people wearing the head turban are spread out in many parts of the world. These people can be found in Jamaica, Indonesia, India, Middle East and Pakistan. There are many terms that are used to refer to this headwear in the places that it is common. You can also notice variations that have risen due to the difference in cultures. You will learn about the different meaning of the garment to some cultures in this article.

The number of cultural groups as well as religious sects that wear this garment all over the world is very high. The Arabs and the Muslims who wear it usually do so to follow in the steps of the prophet Mohammed. The Sikh culture has made it compulsory for all its member to wear it.

The Rastafarian culture, mostly found in Jamaica, wear the head accessory so as to cover the dreadlocks they have. This causes more convenience in carrying out their daily activities especially if their hair is long. Men in Indonesia got the inspiration of wearing it from the traders.

The common thing among the cultures that have this garment is that men are the ones who commonly use it. However, this does not mean that the women are left out in most cultures since they also wear them for different reasons. It is also common to come across young boys wearing this piece of cloth. All this is depends on the country, the cultural and religious practices.

There are diverse styles that are used to tie the garment in the different regions where it is common. Every culture has its unique way of wrapping the head turban depending on the occasion. This will also depend on the length of the fabric being used. The style used is not always a big deal but it must be appropriate for certain occasions.

The significance of the garment might be a specific meaning to the person wearing it. This is because in some countries people wear it to show their level of education or the status they have in the society. They are also worn with persons who have certain authority in religious places. In a country like India it is used to symbolize some virtues and morals.

It is always important to get the right style for a certain occasion. However, there are styles that can be used for any other day that is not special. The unique styles are mostly meant for religious and cultural occasions. The occasion might also dictate the color of the fabric that can be put on.

This headwear is one of the unique features of a culture since it acts as an identifier. There are very many people who are always interested in knowing more about them and their meaning. Some persons also want to get to know how they can wrap the fabric.

The head turban is a unique feature in most cultures and this is what makes it stand out. In most cases it is a sign of both faith and religion. Once you understand all its meanings according to the diverse cultures then telling the religion and place of origin of the wearer can be easier.




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