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The Head Covering

 


1 Corinthians 11:4-13

King James Version

4 Every man praying or prophesying, having his head covered, dishonoureth his head.


5 But every woman that prayeth or prophesieth with her head uncovered dishonoureth her head: for that is even all one as if she were shaven.


6 For if the woman be not covered, let her also be shorn: but if it be a shame for a woman to be shorn or shaven, let her be covered.

7 For a man indeed ought not to cover his head, forasmuch as he is the image and glory of God: but the woman is the glory of the man.

8 For the man is not of the woman: but the woman of the man.

9 Neither was the man created for the woman; but the woman for the man.

10 For this cause ought the woman to have power on her head because of the angels.

11 Nevertheless neither is the man without the woman, neither the woman without the man, in the Lord.

12 For as the woman is of the man, even so is the man also by the woman; but all things of God.

13 Judge for yourselves: Is it proper for a woman to pray to God with her head uncovered? 

Commentary:

When a man engages in prayer or speaks prophecy while wearing a head cover, he is, in a sense, disrespecting his own head. This act of covering interferes with his role and dignity, which is meant to reflect God's divine nature. Conversely, when a woman prays or delivers a prophecy without a head covering, she disrespects her own authority. This situation is regarded as equivalent to if she had her hair completely shaved off, which was traditionally a sign of disgrace.

Moreover, if a woman chooses to go without a head covering, she might as well be willing to cut her hair short. However, it’s essential to understand that God and many people consider it disgraceful for a woman to have her hair cut short or shaved entirely. Therefore, to maintain her dignity and honor, it is better for her to cover her head.

In terms of traditional roles, it is understood that a man should not cover his head during such required duties set forth by our Lord. This is because he represents the image and glory of God, displaying somewhat divine attributes within himself. On the other hand, a woman serves as the glory of the man, highlighting her unique and beautiful relationship to him.

It is important to note that man was not created from woman, but rather, woman was created from man. The narrative illustrates that the original order of creation established the man as the primary figure, while the woman was created to complement him. This specific design underscores the idea that a woman should demonstrate authority on her head as a sign of respect and acknowledgment, particularly in the presence of angels, who observe the sacred interactions between humans and the divine.

However, it is crucial to recognize that neither man nor woman stands in isolation within their spiritual lives. Each is interdependent, intertwined in their relationship with the Lord. Just as the woman came from the man, the man is also born through the woman, and at the end of the day, everything ultimately belongs to God.

So, take a moment to reflect: Is it really appropriate for a woman to pray and seek God’s presence without her head covered? This question invites each of us to think deeply about the customs and traditions surrounding worship, the significance of honor, and the implications of our actions within the  Church of God. 

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