The Arabic word `Libas’ (garment) means a thing which covers another thing; Another use of our dress is that it provides protection against heat and cold. Since the Holy Quran has used the word ‘garment’ in respect of both the husband and wife, it proves beyond any shadow of doubt that they hold an equal status; their rights and duties are identical in respect of each other; and both are bound to fulfil their obligations to each other. When God declares each of them to be a garment for the other, He wishes it be known how they should discharge their duties towards each other which are as follows: - To cover up one another’s weaknesses and shortcomings from others. - To act as an adornment and embellishment for one another. - Just as clothes protect us from the severity and inclemency of the weather, so in the same way the wife and the husband should stick fast to each other through thick and at no time should they fall apart in adverse circumstances. Each should serve as a rock of support to the other. It is Quran Verse: 'They are a sort of garment for you and you are a sort of garment for them...'(2:188)