Encyclopedia of Muhammad ﷺ
Imama/Amama (عمامہ)
Published on: 22-Dec-2023It is a turban worn by the common Muslim men, religious scholars and saints as it is the established Sunnah (tradition) of the Holy Prophet 
. Wearing an Imama/Amama is recommended as it has many rewards associated with it, however, if a Muslim does not wear it, he cannot be lambasted for it.