The Limits of a Woman's 'Awrah (Part of the Body That Must Be Covered) in Front of Her Mahrams (Relatives One May Not Marry) and Other Women

Question:
What is the 'awrah (part of the body that must be covered) of a Muslim woman in relation to her mahrams (relatives one may not marry)? And in relation to her Muslim sisters? And in relation to non-Muslims?

Answer:
As for women: what is between the navel and the knee is the 'awrah (part of the body that must be covered) among women. However, she should always be modest and always covered, so that she does not become accustomed to being lax in matters.
Likewise, with her mahrams (relatives one may not marry), she should be covered and modest, except for her face, hands, and feet. There is no objection if her mahram (relative one may not marry) sees her head; there is no harm in that. But it is better for her to be modest and stay away from the causes of fitnah (trial, discord or temptation), so that he sees only her face, hands, or feet when necessary. This is what she should do. She should be far from laxity, especially in this age when the religion of most people has weakened, and laxity, tabarruj (a woman's display of her adornment), and immodesty have become prevalent among women.
Therefore, the believing woman should strive to ensure that her mahrams (relatives one may not marry) see only what is apparent and customary, such as the face and hands. If a mahram (relative one may not marry), such as her brother or uncle, sees her head, there is no blame on her, if Allah wills. But covering her head and her entire body, except for the face, hands, and feet, is more preferable and safer, so that she is far from fitnah (trial, discord or temptation). This is especially true for some mahrams (relatives one may not marry) who are not free from fisq (open sinfulness), laxity, and a lack of religion, as is well known. And Allah is the One to be sought for help.

The presenter: And Allah is the Helper, may Allah reward you with good.