Modesty in Clothing: A Biblical Perspective
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Introduction • God wants our clothing to be modest • He is not always satisfied with our choices
Nakedness Defined • Complete – one who is without any clothing • Partial – one who suffers from inadequate clothing • Both are counted a shameful public condition in Old and New Testaments
Example of Adam and Eve Man’s Provision God’s Provision Garments/Tunics of Animal Skins Durable Opaque & Non-Transparent Coverage of Body from Shoulders to the Knees • Loin Coverings of Fig Leaves • Not Durable • Flimsy & Faulty Concealment • Coverage of Generative Portions of the Body
Dangers in Dress • Too Short • Modest clothing should cover the thigh • Too Tight • Modest clothing should cover the hips • Too Low/Loose • Modest clothing should cover the chest