The most famous symbol of what people of North Africa is the Tagelmust, an indigo blue-colored veil that gives them the name 'People of the Veil'?
Tuareg people Tuareg symbol is the "Tagelmust" (also called éghéwed and "litham"), referred to as a Cheche (pronounced "Shesh"), an often indigo blue-colored veil called "Alasho". The men's facial covering originates from the belief that such action wards off evil spirits. It may have related instrumentally from the need for protection from the harsh desert sands as well. It is a firmly established tradition, as is the wearing of amulets containing sacred objects and, recently, verses from the "Qur'an". Taking on the veil is associated with the rite of passage to manhood; men begin wearing a veil when they reach maturity. The
The Minister's Black Veil insistent use of the black veil, Hooper stands as one of his arch-villains. This is from Hooper's act of separating himself from the rest of humanity and denying his love for Elizabeth in favor of the veil. The veil can be a symbol of the ways and practices of the Puritans, as well as people today, misleading others of the sins they have committed while completely and truly facing themselves. The veil is used as a daily reminder of people's sins, undeniable truths, guilt, and secrets that they are just unwilling to admit. In his lesson, Hooper uses a parable