MISREPRESENTATION, BLASPHEMY, BRAINWASHING AND DEMONIZATION IN JAVERI’S HIJABISTAN: PROPAGANDA ANALYSIS AGAINST HIJAB

Abstract

This article studies how Sabyn Javeri’s book Hijabistan misrepresents Islamic practices such as hijab, niqab, abaya, and burka. The main argument is that Javeri does not show these sacred traditions fairly. Instead, she uses her writing to spread negative ideas and confusion. In Islam, hijab, niqab, abaya, and burka are respected clothing that symbolize modesty, dignity, and faith. But in Hijabistan, they are shown as burdens or tools of oppression. This creates a false picture of Muslim women and their values. The article explains how Javeri uses double meaning language to attack sacred clothing. She chooses words that carry hidden meanings, so readers may start to connect hijab and niqab with suppression instead of spirituality. This is a kind of propaganda, because it tries to control how people think. By repeating negative ideas and using emotional stories, the book makes readers feel that Islamic clothing is outdated or harmful. Another important point is the factor of blasphemy. Javeri’s writing sometimes mocks or trivializes holy concepts. Hijab, niqab, abaya, and burka are described as restrictions, not as symbols of modesty and empowerment. This kind of writing disrespects the true meaning of these practices and demonizes them. The study argues that Hijabistan uses misrepresentation, blasphemy, brainwashing, and demonization as propaganda against Islamic values.