Dave,
There may be things that were culturally relevant for the first century that, while they do not mao easily to our current culture, certainly have analogs today. For example, do we really know what "dresses" meant to the first century citizen? Whatever they were, it probably is something quite different from what we call "dresses" today. Even if the King James translators picked the best word in their time, it still may differ from what we interpret as "dresses" today.
To interpret that in today's terms we need to know what "quality" of first century "dresses" Paul was implying when he said not to where dresses. Then, not wear any clothing today that exhibits those same qualities.
For instance, in India dresses (saris) show the midriff. In the US in the 70's they showed thighs (and more!), and today they show just about everything! Maybe by saying "dresses" Paul was referring to the robes men wore! Does anyone on on TT know exactly what first century "dresses" were and what Paul's objections to them were?
I think the best choice is that women not wear anything that is immodest. I know that idea changes from era to era, but I think we all can agree on what is NOT modest when we see it! I am truly appalled at what some young women (and, heaven forbid, some older ones, too!) wear in public, and especially in church.
Perry
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DAVEH: Do any TTers believe that some things in the Bible such as this are merely the opinions of the authors, and do not reflect the Lord's doctrines?
ShieldsFamily wrote:
I agree that dresses are easiest and prettiest. However, my point was that if you are really going to obey what Peter said you would NOT wear dresses:
1 Peter 3:1 In the same way, you wives, be submissive to your own husbands so that even if any of them are disobedient to the word, they may be won without a word by the behavior of their wives,
2as they observe your chaste and respectful behavior.
3*Your adornment must not be merely external--braiding the hair, and wearing gold jewelry, or putting on dresses; *
4but let it be the hidden person of the heart, with the imperishable quality of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is precious in the sight of God.
Izzy
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