{"id":11834,"date":"2022-10-06T04:27:27","date_gmt":"2022-10-06T04:27:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/?p=11834"},"modified":"2023-05-01T04:52:17","modified_gmt":"2023-05-01T04:52:17","slug":"bible-verses-about-man-wearing-braids-is-long-hair-sinniv","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/bible-verses-about-man-wearing-braids-is-long-hair-sinniv\/","title":{"rendered":"30+ Bible Verses about Man Wearing Braids: Is long hair sin?"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>img#mv-trellis-img-1::before{padding-top:150%; }img#mv-trellis-img-1{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-2::before{padding-top:150%; }img#mv-trellis-img-2{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-3::before{padding-top:150%; }img#mv-trellis-img-3{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-4::before{padding-top:150%; }img#mv-trellis-img-4{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-5::before{padding-top:150%; }img#mv-trellis-img-5{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-6::before{padding-top:150%; }img#mv-trellis-img-6{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-7::before{padding-top:150%; }img#mv-trellis-img-7{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-8::before{padding-top:150%; }img#mv-trellis-img-8{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-9::before{padding-top:150%; }img#mv-trellis-img-9{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-10::before{padding-top:150%; }img#mv-trellis-img-10{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-11::before{padding-top:150%; }img#mv-trellis-img-11{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-12::before{padding-top:150%; }img#mv-trellis-img-12{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-13::before{padding-top:150%; }img#mv-trellis-img-13{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-14::before{padding-top:150%; }img#mv-trellis-img-14{display:block;}<\/style><p>Is long hair a sin? What about men wearing braids?<\/p>\n<p>You might have pondered these questions. If so, you&rsquo;re not alone.<\/p>\n<p>In this captivating post, we&rsquo;ll unravel the mystery. We&rsquo;ll explore Bible verses on men with long hair and braids. It&rsquo;s a common debate among believers, and we&rsquo;re here to help.<\/p>\n<p>So, what can you expect?<\/p>\n<p>We&rsquo;ll sift through the scriptures, shedding light on the Bible&rsquo;s take. You&rsquo;ll uncover the benefits of this knowledge and how it can shape your perspective.<\/p>\n<p>But first, let&rsquo;s ask: Does God care about hair length or style?<\/p>\n<p>Taking a stand may seem small, but it&rsquo;s vital. We need to ensure our beliefs align with the Bible.<\/p>\n<p>Remember Paul&rsquo;s words: &ldquo;Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind&rdquo; (Romans 12:2). Let&rsquo;s embark on this quest, seeking wisdom and clarity together.<\/p>\n<p>You&rsquo;re now primed for our investigation.<\/p>\n<p>Let&rsquo;s dive in, exploring Bible verses about men with braids and long hair. Together, we&rsquo;ll determine if long hair is truly a sin. Get ready for an eye-opening journey; So, Let&rsquo;s get started.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_53 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\" role=\"button\"><label for=\"item-663657fedd7be\"><span class=\"\"><span style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" 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class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/bible-verses-about-man-wearing-braids-is-long-hair-sinniv\/#Ezekiel_44_20\" title=\"Ezekiel 44:20.\">Ezekiel 44:20.<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/bible-verses-about-man-wearing-braids-is-long-hair-sinniv\/#1_Corinthians_11_14\" title=\"1 Corinthians 11:14.\">1 Corinthians 11:14.<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/bible-verses-about-man-wearing-braids-is-long-hair-sinniv\/#1_Peter_3_3-5\" title=\"1 Peter 3:3-5.\">1 Peter 3:3-5.<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/bible-verses-about-man-wearing-braids-is-long-hair-sinniv\/#Deuteronomy_14_1\" title=\"Deuteronomy 14:1.\">Deuteronomy 14:1.<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/bible-verses-about-man-wearing-braids-is-long-hair-sinniv\/#Numbers_6_5\" title=\"Numbers 6:5.\">Numbers 6:5.<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/bible-verses-about-man-wearing-braids-is-long-hair-sinniv\/#1_Timothy_2_9-10\" title=\"1 Timothy 2:9-10.\">1 Timothy 2:9-10.<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/bible-verses-about-man-wearing-braids-is-long-hair-sinniv\/#Isaiah_3_18-24\" title=\"Isaiah 3:18-24.\">Isaiah 3:18-24.<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/bible-verses-about-man-wearing-braids-is-long-hair-sinniv\/#Romans_12_2\" title=\"Romans 12:2.\">Romans 12:2.<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/bible-verses-about-man-wearing-braids-is-long-hair-sinniv\/#1_Peter_1_14\" title=\"1 Peter 1:14.\">1 Peter 1:14.<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/bible-verses-about-man-wearing-braids-is-long-hair-sinniv\/#Leviticus_21_5\" title=\"Leviticus 21:5.\">Leviticus 21:5.<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/bible-verses-about-man-wearing-braids-is-long-hair-sinniv\/#Ephesians_4_22-24\" title=\"Ephesians 4:22-24.\">Ephesians 4:22-24.<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/bible-verses-about-man-wearing-braids-is-long-hair-sinniv\/#2_Corinthians_5_17\" title=\"2 Corinthians 5:17.\">2 Corinthians 5:17.<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/bible-verses-about-man-wearing-braids-is-long-hair-sinniv\/#1_John_2_15-17\" title=\"1 John 2:15-17.\">1 John 2:15-17.<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/bible-verses-about-man-wearing-braids-is-long-hair-sinniv\/#Deuteronomy_22_5\" title=\"Deuteronomy 22:5.\">Deuteronomy 22:5.<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/bible-verses-about-man-wearing-braids-is-long-hair-sinniv\/#Acts_18_18\" title=\"Acts 18:18.\">Acts 18:18.<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/bible-verses-about-man-wearing-braids-is-long-hair-sinniv\/#Jeremiah_4_30\" title=\"Jeremiah 4:30.\">Jeremiah 4:30.<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/bible-verses-about-man-wearing-braids-is-long-hair-sinniv\/#2_Kings_9_30\" title=\"2 Kings 9:30.\">2 Kings 9:30.<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/bible-verses-about-man-wearing-braids-is-long-hair-sinniv\/#2_Peter_3_16\" title=\"2 Peter 3:16.\">2 Peter 3:16.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/bible-verses-about-man-wearing-braids-is-long-hair-sinniv\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-3\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/bible-verses-about-man-wearing-braids-is-long-hair-sinniv\/#What_does_the_Bible_say_about_men_covering_their_hair\" title=\"What does the Bible say about men covering their hair?\">What does the Bible say about men covering their hair?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/bible-verses-about-man-wearing-braids-is-long-hair-sinniv\/#Who_was_the_biblical_man_with_long_hair\" title=\"Who was the biblical man with long hair?\">Who was the biblical man with long hair?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/bible-verses-about-man-wearing-braids-is-long-hair-sinniv\/#What_does_long_hair_mean_in_Christianity\" title=\"What does long hair mean in Christianity?\">What does long hair mean in Christianity?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/bible-verses-about-man-wearing-braids-is-long-hair-sinniv\/#Can_men_have_long_braids\" title=\"Can men have long braids?\">Can men have long braids?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/bible-verses-about-man-wearing-braids-is-long-hair-sinniv\/#What_is_a_braid_hairstyle_for_men_called\" title=\"What is a braid hairstyle for men called?\">What is a braid hairstyle for men called?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/bible-verses-about-man-wearing-braids-is-long-hair-sinniv\/#Is_it_OK_for_men_to_have_long_hair\" title=\"Is it OK for men to have long hair?\">Is it OK for men to have long hair?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/bible-verses-about-man-wearing-braids-is-long-hair-sinniv\/#What_does_long_hair_say_about_a_man\" title=\"What does long hair say about a man?\">What does long hair say about a man?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/bible-verses-about-man-wearing-braids-is-long-hair-sinniv\/#Did_Jesus_have_long_hair_in_the_Bible\" title=\"Did Jesus have long hair in the Bible?\">Did Jesus have long hair in the Bible?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bible_Verses_about_Man_Wearing_Braids\"><\/span>Bible Verses about Man Wearing Braids.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ezekiel_44_20\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.biblegateway.com\/passage\/?search=Ezekiel+44%3A20&amp;version=NIV\" rel=\"nofollow\">Ezekiel 44:20<\/a>.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-thumbnail wp-image-12035\" src=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-16-540x810.png\" alt=\"Bible Verses about Man Wearing Braids [NIV SCRIPTURES] (16)\" width=\"540\" height=\"810\" srcset=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-16-540x810.png 540w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-16-200x300.png 200w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-16-683x1024.png 683w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-16-640x960.png 640w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-16-720x1080.png 720w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-16.png 735w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 24px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-16.png\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"eager\" class=\"aligncenter size-thumbnail wp-image-12035 eager-load\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20540%20810'%3E%3Crect%20width='540'%20height='810'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"Bible Verses about Man Wearing Braids [NIV SCRIPTURES] (16)\" width=\"540\" height=\"810\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 24px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-16.png\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-16-540x810.png.webp\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-16-540x810.png.webp 540w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-16-200x300.png.webp 200w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-16-683x1024.png.webp 683w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-16-640x960.png.webp 640w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-16-720x1080.png.webp 720w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-16.png.webp 735w\" data-svg=\"1\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"std-text\">\n<blockquote><p><span id=\"en-NIV-21620\" class=\"text Ezek-44-20\"><sup class=\"versenum\">20&nbsp;<\/sup>&ldquo;&lsquo;They must not shave&nbsp;their heads or let their hair grow long, but they are to keep the hair of their heads trimmed.<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>The question of whether Christian men should wear braids or have long hair often leads to confusion. Does the Bible specifically address this issue?<\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/27-bible-verses-about-humility-scriptures-on-being-humble\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bible doesn&rsquo;t explicitly address men&rsquo;s hair length but emphasizes moderation in all aspects of life<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.biblegateway.com\/passage\/?search=Ezekiel+44%3A20&amp;version=NIV\" rel=\"nofollow\">Ezekiel 44:20<\/a> focuses on the outward display of holiness for priests, including their dress code and hair length. They were instructed to avoid extremes&mdash;neither too long nor too short. However, this verse may not apply directly to us today.<\/p>\n<p>Our hairstyles may be influenced by culture and tradition, but our connection with God is what truly matters.<\/p>\n<p>As Christians, we should ask deeper questions:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Are we living sinful lives?<\/li>\n<li>Are we ignoring God&rsquo;s love and grace?<\/li>\n<li>Are we helping those in need?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Men wearing braids may not be sinful if done modestly and without worldly motives. God is more concerned with our obedience and worship than minor aspects of His laws.<\/p>\n<p>When deciding on your appearance, let your conscience guide you:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Is my clothing appropriate as a Christian?<\/li>\n<li>Is my hairstyle suitable?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The Nazirites offer a biblical example of men with long hair. Their vows required them not to cut their hair during the vow period, symbolizing their devotion to God (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.biblegateway.com\/passage\/?search=Numbers+6%3A1-21&amp;version=NIV\" rel=\"nofollow\">Numbers 6:1-21<\/a>).<\/p>\n<p>Two verses highlight the importance of moderation and men wearing braids:<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.biblegateway.com\/passage\/?search=Philippians+4%3A5&amp;version=NIV\" rel=\"nofollow\">Philippians 4:5<\/a> encourages believers to live with moderation and self-control, reflecting our faith in everything we do.<\/p>\n<p>This verse reminds us to be mindful of our appearance and how others perceive it. Choosing a modest and moderate hairstyle allows us to focus on our <a href=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/god-is-faithful-29-bible-verses-about-gods-faithfulness\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">faith and service to God<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.biblegateway.com\/passage\/?search=1+Corinthians+10%3A31&amp;version=NIV\" rel=\"nofollow\">1 Corinthians 10:31<\/a> emphasizes doing everything for God&rsquo;s glory. When deciding to wear braids, men should consider their motives, ensuring their choice honors God and reflects their devotion to Him.<\/p>\n<p>Both verses stress the <a href=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/bible-verses-on-god-fighting-battles-evil-important-scriptures\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">importance of moderation and glorifying God<\/a> in every aspect of our lives, including our appearance.<\/p>\n<p>Men considering braids should do so with modesty and a genuine desire to honor God, ensuring their appearance aligns with their faith and devotion.<\/p>\n<p>Men should base their decision to wear braids on modesty, moderation, and the desire to honor God in all they do.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Corinthians_11_14\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.biblegateway.com\/passage\/?search=1+Corinthians+11%3A14&amp;version=NIV\" rel=\"nofollow\">1 Corinthians 11:14<\/a>.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-thumbnail wp-image-12020\" src=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-1-540x810.png\" alt=\"Bible Verses about Man Wearing Braids [NIV SCRIPTURES] (16)\" width=\"540\" height=\"810\" srcset=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-1-540x810.png 540w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-1-200x300.png 200w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-1-683x1024.png 683w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-1-640x960.png 640w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-1-720x1080.png 720w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-1.png 735w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 24px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-1.png\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-thumbnail wp-image-12020 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-1-540x810.png.webp\" alt=\"Bible Verses about Man Wearing Braids [NIV SCRIPTURES] (16)\" width=\"540\" height=\"810\" srcset=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-1-540x810.png.webp 540w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-1-200x300.png.webp 200w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-1-683x1024.png.webp 683w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-1-640x960.png.webp 640w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-1-720x1080.png.webp 720w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-1.png.webp 735w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 24px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-1.png\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-2\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"std-text\">\n<blockquote><p><span id=\"en-NIV-28615\" class=\"text 1Cor-11-14\"><sup class=\"versenum\">14&nbsp;<\/sup>Does not the very nature of things teach you that if a man has long hair, it is a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neverthirsty.org\/bible-qa\/qa-archives\/question\/is-it-wrong-for-a-male-to-wear-long-hair-braids-or-dreadlocks\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">disgrace<\/a> to him,<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Delving into <a href=\"https:\/\/www.biblegateway.com\/passage\/?search=1+Corinthians+11%3A14&amp;version=NIV\" rel=\"nofollow\">1 Corinthians 11:14<\/a> and its relation to men wearing braids, it&rsquo;s vital to grasp the cultural context. Each word in the <a href=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/bible-verse-about-studying-hard-in-school-for-exam-success\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bible must be studied<\/a> within its context to avoid misinterpretation.<\/p>\n<p>Paul wrote this verse to stress the significance of long hair for women in Corinthian society.<\/p>\n<p>Usually, women had longer hair than men, which acted as a head covering during prayer.<\/p>\n<p>Jewish men and women were traditionally required to cover their heads during prayer. However, Jewish men generally had shorter hair, following their traditions.<\/p>\n<p>It&rsquo;s important to realize that this verse isn&rsquo;t universally applicable. We each have our cultural practices, and our faith should adjust accordingly.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.biblegateway.com\/passage\/?search=Acts+18%3A18&amp;version=NIV\" rel=\"nofollow\">Acts 18:18<\/a> sheds light on the topic of men wearing braids or having long hair.<\/p>\n<p>This verse shows that Paul, an esteemed figure in the early Christian community, took a vow involving growing his hair long.<\/p>\n<p>The passage states, &ldquo;Paul stayed on in Corinth for some time.Then he left the brothers and sisters and sailed for Syria, accompanied by Priscilla and Aquila. Before he sailed, he had his hair cut off at Cenchreae because of a vow he had taken.&rdquo;<\/p>\n<p>Though Paul&rsquo;s vow specifics aren&rsquo;t detailed, it&rsquo;s clear that it involved growing his hair.<\/p>\n<p>This shows that long hair wasn&rsquo;t deemed sinful or improper for men in certain situations.<\/p>\n<p>It also suggests that our faith should adapt to various cultural practices and personal commitments.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/examine-yourself-whether-you-are-in-the-faith\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Paul&rsquo;s example illustrates that our faith&rsquo;s<\/a> external aspects, like hairstyles, can carry deeper spiritual meaning.<\/p>\n<p>In his case, long hair symbolized his dedication to God and his vow.<\/p>\n<p>In conclusion, wearing braids or having long hair isn&rsquo;t sinful for men.<\/p>\n<p>Yet, it&rsquo;s crucial to moderate everything we do and view our actions within our faith and cultural practices&rsquo; context.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Peter_3_3-5\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.biblegateway.com\/passage\/?search=1+Peter+3%3A3-5&amp;version=NIV\" rel=\"nofollow\">1 Peter 3:3-5<\/a>.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-thumbnail wp-image-12021\" src=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-2-540x810.png\" alt=\"Bible Verses about Man Wearing Braids [NIV SCRIPTURES] (16)\" width=\"540\" height=\"810\" srcset=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-2-540x810.png 540w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-2-200x300.png 200w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-2-683x1024.png 683w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-2-640x960.png 640w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-2-720x1080.png 720w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-2.png 735w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 24px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-2.png\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-thumbnail wp-image-12021 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-2-540x810.png.webp\" alt=\"Bible Verses about Man Wearing Braids [NIV SCRIPTURES] (16)\" width=\"540\" height=\"810\" srcset=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-2-540x810.png.webp 540w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-2-200x300.png.webp 200w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-2-683x1024.png.webp 683w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-2-640x960.png.webp 640w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-2-720x1080.png.webp 720w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-2.png.webp 735w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 24px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-2.png\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-3\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"std-text\">\n<blockquote>\n<p class=\"chapter-1\"><span id=\"en-NIV-30428\" class=\"text 1Pet-3-3\"><sup class=\"versenum\">3&nbsp;<\/sup>Your beauty should not come from outward adornment, such as elaborate hairstyles and the wearing of gold jewelry or fine clothes.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-thumbnail wp-image-12022\" src=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-3-540x810.png\" alt=\"Bible Verses about Man Wearing Braids [NIV SCRIPTURES] (16)\" width=\"540\" height=\"810\" srcset=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-3-540x810.png 540w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-3-200x300.png 200w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-3-683x1024.png 683w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-3-640x960.png 640w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-3-720x1080.png 720w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-3.png 735w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 24px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-3.png\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-thumbnail wp-image-12022 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-3-540x810.png.webp\" alt=\"Bible Verses about Man Wearing Braids [NIV SCRIPTURES] (16)\" width=\"540\" height=\"810\" srcset=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-3-540x810.png.webp 540w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-3-200x300.png.webp 200w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-3-683x1024.png.webp 683w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-3-640x960.png.webp 640w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-3-720x1080.png.webp 720w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-3.png.webp 735w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 24px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-3.png\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-4\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p class=\"chapter-1\"><span id=\"en-NIV-30429\" class=\"text 1Pet-3-4\"><sup class=\"versenum\">4 <\/sup>Rather, it should be that of your inner self,&nbsp;the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is of great worth in God&rsquo;s sight.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-thumbnail wp-image-12023\" src=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-4-540x810.png\" alt=\"Bible Verses about Man Wearing Braids [NIV SCRIPTURES] (16)\" width=\"540\" height=\"810\" srcset=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-4-540x810.png 540w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-4-200x300.png 200w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-4-683x1024.png 683w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-4-640x960.png 640w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-4-720x1080.png 720w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-4.png 735w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 24px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-4.png\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-thumbnail wp-image-12023 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-4-540x810.png.webp\" alt=\"Bible Verses about Man Wearing Braids [NIV SCRIPTURES] (16)\" width=\"540\" height=\"810\" srcset=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-4-540x810.png.webp 540w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-4-200x300.png.webp 200w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-4-683x1024.png.webp 683w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-4-640x960.png.webp 640w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-4-720x1080.png.webp 720w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-4.png.webp 735w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 24px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-4.png\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-5\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p class=\"chapter-1\"><span id=\"en-NIV-30430\" class=\"text 1Pet-3-5\"><sup class=\"versenum\">5&nbsp;<\/sup>For this is the way the holy women of the <a href=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/prayer-to-let-go-and-let-god-move-on-from-the-past\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">past who put their hope in God&nbsp;used<\/a> to adorn themselves.&nbsp;They submitted themselves to their own husbands,<\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.biblegateway.com\/passage\/?search=1+Peter+3%3A3-5&amp;version=NIV\" rel=\"nofollow\">1 Peter 3:3-5<\/a> encourages Christians to focus on inner beauty rather than external appearances.<\/p>\n<p>In the context of a <a href=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/bible-verses-about-man-wearing-earrings-piercing-ear-niv\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">man wearing<\/a> braids, it&rsquo;s essential to remember that our priority should be our relationship with God and our spiritual growth.<\/p>\n<p>Absalom, King David&rsquo;s son, is a biblical example of a man known for his long, thick hair.<\/p>\n<p>He would cut it only once a year (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.biblegateway.com\/passage\/?search=2+Samuel+14%3A25-26&amp;version=NIV\" rel=\"nofollow\">2 Samuel 14:25-26<\/a>).<\/p>\n<p>This demonstrates that hairstyles were not the primary concern for biblical figures. Instead, their focus was on serving God wholeheartedly.<\/p>\n<p>As Christians, our priority should be repentance, obedience to Christ&rsquo;s teachings, and allowing God&rsquo;s Word to transform us from within.<\/p>\n<p>Our <a href=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/bible-verse-about-beauty-of-a-woman-godly-inner-beauty\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">inner beauty<\/a> shines when we open our hearts to God and let His Word cleanse and renew us.<\/p>\n<p>This leads to a born-again life, focused on the gospel&rsquo;s vital aspects: faith, love, and hope.<\/p>\n<p>Living in <a href=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/bible-verses-about-strong-faith\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">God&rsquo;s love and faith<\/a>, we strive to avoid sin and prideful actions.<\/p>\n<p>Our priorities shift to pursuing God&rsquo;s gift of <a href=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/34-bible-verses-about-eternal-life-is-everlasting-life-real\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">eternal life<\/a> rather than worldly appearances.<\/p>\n<p>The message of these <a href=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/bible-verse-about-life-purpose\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bible verses is to concentrate on our relationship with God<\/a> rather than the clothes or hairstyles we choose.<\/p>\n<p>While we should dress appropriately and respect gender-specific attire, without a righteous life, we cannot attain salvation.<\/p>\n<p>In summary, the foundation of our faith lies in our devotion to God. Additionally, the love we share with others is crucial.<\/p>\n<p>External appearances, such as hairstyles, should never overshadow these fundamental aspects of our Christian journey.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Deuteronomy_14_1\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.biblegateway.com\/passage\/?search=Deuteronomy+14%3A1&amp;version=NIV\" rel=\"nofollow\">Deuteronomy 14:1<\/a>.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-thumbnail wp-image-12024\" src=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-5-540x810.png\" alt=\"Bible Verses about Man Wearing Braids [NIV SCRIPTURES] (16)\" width=\"540\" height=\"810\" srcset=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-5-540x810.png 540w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-5-200x300.png 200w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-5-683x1024.png 683w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-5-640x960.png 640w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-5-720x1080.png 720w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-5.png 735w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 24px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-5.png\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-thumbnail wp-image-12024 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-5-540x810.png.webp\" alt=\"Bible Verses about Man Wearing Braids [NIV SCRIPTURES] (16)\" width=\"540\" height=\"810\" srcset=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-5-540x810.png.webp 540w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-5-200x300.png.webp 200w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-5-683x1024.png.webp 683w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-5-640x960.png.webp 640w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-5-720x1080.png.webp 720w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-5.png.webp 735w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 24px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-5.png\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-6\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"std-text\">\n<blockquote>\n<p class=\"chapter-2\"><span class=\"text Deut-14-1\"><span class=\"chapternum\">14&nbsp;<\/span>You are the children&nbsp;of the&nbsp;<span class=\"small-caps\">Lord<\/span>&nbsp;your God. Do not cut yourselves or shave the front of your heads for the dead,<\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/live-walk-in-the-spirit-what-does-it-mean-benefits-bible-verses\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bible is filled with laws that once guided the Israelites&rsquo; daily lives<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.biblegateway.com\/passage\/?search=Deuteronomy+14%3A1&amp;version=NIV\" rel=\"nofollow\">Deuteronomy 14:1<\/a>, for instance, teaches them how to treat the dead, including not cutting their heads.<\/p>\n<p>Although this rule doesn&rsquo;t directly address men wearing braids, it emphasizes the importance of heeding God&rsquo;s counsel.<\/p>\n<p>Take Ezekiel as an example. God asked him to shave his hair and beard as a symbolic gesture for a specific prophecy (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.biblegateway.com\/passage\/?search=Ezekiel+5%3A1-4&amp;version=NIV\" rel=\"nofollow\">Ezekiel 5:1-4<\/a>).<\/p>\n<p>This shows that hair and appearance can hold spiritual meaning in certain situations.<\/p>\n<p>Samson&rsquo;s story (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.biblegateway.com\/passage\/?search=Judges+13-16&amp;version=NIV\" rel=\"nofollow\">Judges 13-16<\/a>) illustrates how hair can symbolize a person&rsquo;s dedication to God.<\/p>\n<p>As a Nazirite, Samson vowed to serve God, and not cutting his hair symbolized this commitment.<\/p>\n<p>His long hair connected him to God and granted him extraordinary strength. When Delilah cut his hair, he lost his power and faced dire consequences.<\/p>\n<p>This narrative highlights the importance of hair in some biblical contexts. However, our relationship with God today is built on faith and love, not specific appearances or rituals.<\/p>\n<p>As Christians, we should prioritize living a <a href=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/bible-verse-about-life-purpose\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">life that reflects God&rsquo;s<\/a> teachings and expresses our love for Him and others.<\/p>\n<p>This will bring us closer to <a href=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/my-thoughts-are-not-your-thoughts-spiritual-thinking\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">God and strengthen our spiritual<\/a> bond.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/bible-verses-about-paying-tithes-new-old-testament-explained\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Old Testament<\/a> laws aren&rsquo;t always applicable today.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.biblegateway.com\/passage\/?search=Galatians+3%3A26&amp;version=NIV\" rel=\"nofollow\">Galatians 3:26<\/a> reminds us that through faith in Jesus Christ, we become God&rsquo;s children, underscoring the significance of our spiritual connection with Him over adherence to ancient laws.<\/p>\n<p>Our main goal as Christians is to secure God&rsquo;s promise of eternal life by focusing on our faith&rsquo;s core aspects rather than dwelling on outdated laws.<\/p>\n<p>As Paul describes, God&rsquo;s new law is based on love &ndash; fulfilling the law by loving our neighbors as ourselves.<\/p>\n<p>So, instead of obsessing over physical appearance, like hair or jewelry, concentrate on being an exceptional Christian and living a sin-free life.<\/p>\n<p>You&rsquo;ll always be guided in the right <a href=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/prayer-for-guidance-and-gods-direction-in-decision-making\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">direction by focusing on God<\/a> and His teachings.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Numbers_6_5\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.biblegateway.com\/passage\/?search=Numbers+6%3A5&amp;version=NIV\" rel=\"nofollow\">Numbers 6:5<\/a>.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-thumbnail wp-image-12025\" src=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-6-540x810.png\" alt=\"Bible Verses about Man Wearing Braids [NIV SCRIPTURES] (16)\" width=\"540\" height=\"810\" srcset=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-6-540x810.png 540w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-6-200x300.png 200w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-6-683x1024.png 683w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-6-640x960.png 640w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-6-720x1080.png 720w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-6.png 735w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 24px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-6.png\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-thumbnail wp-image-12025 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-6-540x810.png.webp\" alt=\"Bible Verses about Man Wearing Braids [NIV SCRIPTURES] (16)\" width=\"540\" height=\"810\" srcset=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-6-540x810.png.webp 540w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-6-200x300.png.webp 200w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-6-683x1024.png.webp 683w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-6-640x960.png.webp 640w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-6-720x1080.png.webp 720w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-6.png.webp 735w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 24px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-6.png\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-7\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"std-text\">\n<blockquote><p><span id=\"en-NIV-3829\" class=\"text Num-6-5\"><sup class=\"versenum\">5&nbsp;<\/sup>&ldquo;&lsquo;During the entire period of their Nazirite vow, no razor&nbsp;may be used on their head.&nbsp;They must be holy until the period of their dedication to the&nbsp;<span class=\"small-caps\">Lord<\/span>&nbsp;is over; they must let their hair grow long.<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>The Nazirite vow, found in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.biblegateway.com\/passage\/?search=Numbers+6%3A5&amp;version=NIV\" rel=\"nofollow\">Numbers 6:5<\/a>, is a unique dedication to God.<\/p>\n<p>Both men and women would set themselves apart from worldly pleasures for a time.<\/p>\n<p>They refrained from wine and didn&rsquo;t touch dead bodies. Intriguingly, growing hair long was also part of this vow.<\/p>\n<p>If long hair was wrong, why include it in this sacred pledge to God? Wouldn&rsquo;t shaving be more appropriate?<\/p>\n<p>After completing their vow, they cut their hair, highlighting the symbolic nature of this ritual.<\/p>\n<p>Take Elijah, for example. Though not explicitly stated, he was called a &ldquo;hairy man&rdquo; in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.biblegateway.com\/passage\/?search=2+Kings+1%3A8&amp;version=NIV\" rel=\"nofollow\">2 Kings 1:8<\/a>, suggesting long hair. This could signify his prophetic status or even a Nazirite vow.<\/p>\n<p>So, long hair or braids may not be inherently wrong. But, consider your cultural context.<\/p>\n<p>Does your community disapprove of men with long hair? More importantly, are you dedicated to serving God with all your heart, soul, and strength?<\/p>\n<p>Ultimately, the most vital aspects of our faith involve serving God and following His commandments.<\/p>\n<p>While hair length is a consideration, it should never eclipse these fundamental priorities.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Timothy_2_9-10\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.biblegateway.com\/passage\/?search=1+Timothy+2%3A9-10&amp;version=NIV\" rel=\"nofollow\">1 Timothy 2:9-10<\/a>.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-thumbnail wp-image-12027\" src=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-8-540x810.png\" alt=\"Bible Verses about Man Wearing Braids [NIV SCRIPTURES] (16)\" width=\"540\" height=\"810\" srcset=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-8-540x810.png 540w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-8-200x300.png 200w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-8-683x1024.png 683w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-8-640x960.png 640w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-8-720x1080.png 720w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-8.png 735w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 24px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-8.png\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-thumbnail wp-image-12027 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-8-540x810.png.webp\" alt=\"Bible Verses about Man Wearing Braids [NIV SCRIPTURES] (16)\" width=\"540\" height=\"810\" srcset=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-8-540x810.png.webp 540w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-8-200x300.png.webp 200w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-8-683x1024.png.webp 683w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-8-640x960.png.webp 640w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-8-720x1080.png.webp 720w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-8.png.webp 735w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 24px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-8.png\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-8\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"std-text\">\n<blockquote><p><span id=\"en-NIV-29726\" class=\"text 1Tim-2-9\"><sup class=\"versenum\">9&nbsp;<\/sup>I also want the women to <a href=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/bible-verses-about-dress-code-dressing-modestly-scriptures\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">dress modestly<\/a>, with decency and propriety, adorning themselves, not with elaborate hairstyles or gold or pearls or expensive clothes,<\/span>&nbsp;<span id=\"en-NIV-29727\" class=\"text 1Tim-2-10\"><sup class=\"versenum\">10&nbsp;<\/sup>but with good deeds,&nbsp;appropriate for women who profess to worship God.<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.biblegateway.com\/passage\/?search=1+Timothy+2%3A9-10&amp;version=NIV\" rel=\"nofollow\">1 Timothy 2:9-10<\/a> reminds us to embrace modesty and humility in our appearance. For men considering braids, it&rsquo;s crucial to prioritize faith over looks.<\/p>\n<p>We can easily become preoccupied with our appearance, questioning if we&rsquo;re attractive or trendy.<\/p>\n<p>This mindset might tempt men to wear braids to stand out or draw attention.<\/p>\n<p>As Christians, we should prioritize God&rsquo;s word and serving others, rather than seeking attention and fame.<\/p>\n<p>Consider Elisha&rsquo;s example. Known as a &ldquo;bald man&rdquo; (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.biblegateway.com\/passage\/?search=2+Kings+2%3A23-25&amp;version=NIV\" rel=\"nofollow\">2 Kings 2:23-25<\/a>), he might have had long hair before becoming Elijah&rsquo;s successor.<\/p>\n<p>By cutting his hair, Elisha could have symbolically chosen humility and prioritized his spiritual path over his physical appearance.<\/p>\n<p>Scriptures like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.biblegateway.com\/passage\/?search=Jeremiah+2%3A32&amp;version=NIV\" rel=\"nofollow\">Jeremiah 2:32<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.biblegateway.com\/passage\/?search=Psalm+149%3A4&amp;version=NIV\" rel=\"nofollow\">Psalm 149:4<\/a> also stress the importance of devotion to God and spiritual growth.<\/p>\n<p>Our primary concern should be our service and deeds, not our attire or hairstyles.<\/p>\n<p>As Christians, let&rsquo;s practice moderation and concentrate on our faith&rsquo;s core aspects.<\/p>\n<p>While being mindful of our appearance, let&rsquo;s ensure our actions and dedication to serving God remain at the forefront.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Isaiah_3_18-24\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.biblegateway.com\/passage\/?search=Isaiah+3%3A18-24&amp;version=NIV\" rel=\"nofollow\">Isaiah 3:18-24<\/a>.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-thumbnail wp-image-12028\" src=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-9-540x810.png\" alt=\"Bible Verses about Man Wearing Braids [NIV SCRIPTURES] (16)\" width=\"540\" height=\"810\" srcset=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-9-540x810.png 540w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-9-200x300.png 200w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-9-683x1024.png 683w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-9-640x960.png 640w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-9-720x1080.png 720w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-9.png 735w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 24px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-9.png\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-thumbnail wp-image-12028 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-9-540x810.png.webp\" alt=\"Bible Verses about Man Wearing Braids [NIV SCRIPTURES] (16)\" width=\"540\" height=\"810\" srcset=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-9-540x810.png.webp 540w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-9-200x300.png.webp 200w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-9-683x1024.png.webp 683w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-9-640x960.png.webp 640w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-9-720x1080.png.webp 720w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-9.png.webp 735w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 24px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-9.png\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-9\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p class=\"top-05\"><span id=\"en-NIV-17726\" class=\"text Isa-3-18\"><sup class=\"versenum\">18&nbsp;<\/sup>In that <a href=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/this-is-the-day-that-the-lord-has-made-psalm-11824-meaning\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">day&nbsp;the Lord<\/a> will snatch away their finery: the bangles and headbands and crescent necklaces,<\/span>&nbsp;<span id=\"en-NIV-17727\" class=\"text Isa-3-19\"><sup class=\"versenum\">19&nbsp;<\/sup>the earrings and bracelets&nbsp;and veils,<\/span>&nbsp;<span id=\"en-NIV-17728\" class=\"text Isa-3-20\"><sup class=\"versenum\">20&nbsp;<\/sup>the headdresses&nbsp;and anklets and sashes, the perfume bottles and charms,<\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-thumbnail wp-image-12029\" src=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-10-540x810.png\" alt=\"Bible Verses about Man Wearing Braids [NIV SCRIPTURES] (16)\" width=\"540\" height=\"810\" srcset=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-10-540x810.png 540w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-10-200x300.png 200w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-10-683x1024.png 683w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-10-640x960.png 640w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-10-720x1080.png 720w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-10.png 735w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 24px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-10.png\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-thumbnail wp-image-12029 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-10-540x810.png.webp\" alt=\"Bible Verses about Man Wearing Braids [NIV SCRIPTURES] (16)\" width=\"540\" height=\"810\" srcset=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-10-540x810.png.webp 540w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-10-200x300.png.webp 200w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-10-683x1024.png.webp 683w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-10-640x960.png.webp 640w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-10-720x1080.png.webp 720w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-10.png.webp 735w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 24px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-10.png\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-10\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p class=\"top-05\"><span id=\"en-NIV-17729\" class=\"text Isa-3-21\"><sup class=\"versenum\">21&nbsp;<\/sup>the signet rings and nose rings,<\/span>&nbsp;<span id=\"en-NIV-17730\" class=\"text Isa-3-22\"><sup class=\"versenum\">22&nbsp;<\/sup>the fine robes and the capes and cloaks,&nbsp;the purses<\/span>&nbsp;<span id=\"en-NIV-17731\" class=\"text Isa-3-23\"><sup class=\"versenum\">23&nbsp;<\/sup>and mirrors, and the linen garments and tiaras and shawls.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-thumbnail wp-image-12030\" src=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-11-540x810.png\" alt=\"Bible Verses about Man Wearing Braids [NIV SCRIPTURES] (16)\" width=\"540\" height=\"810\" srcset=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-11-540x810.png 540w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-11-200x300.png 200w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-11-683x1024.png 683w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-11-640x960.png 640w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-11-720x1080.png 720w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-11.png 735w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 24px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-11.png\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-thumbnail wp-image-12030 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-11-540x810.png.webp\" alt=\"Bible Verses about Man Wearing Braids [NIV SCRIPTURES] (16)\" width=\"540\" height=\"810\" srcset=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-11-540x810.png.webp 540w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-11-200x300.png.webp 200w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-11-683x1024.png.webp 683w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-11-640x960.png.webp 640w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-11-720x1080.png.webp 720w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-11.png.webp 735w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 24px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-11.png\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-11\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p class=\"top-05\"><span id=\"en-NIV-17732\" class=\"text Isa-3-24\"><sup class=\"versenum\">24&nbsp;<\/sup>Instead of fragrance there will be a stench;<\/span><span class=\"indent-1\"><span class=\"text Isa-3-24\">instead of a sash, a rope; <\/span><\/span><span class=\"text Isa-3-24\">instead of well-dressed hair, baldness;<\/span><span class=\"indent-1\"><span class=\"text Isa-3-24\">instead of fine clothing, sackcloth;<\/span><\/span><span class=\"indent-1\"><span class=\"text Isa-3-24\">instead of beauty,&nbsp;branding.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.biblegateway.com\/passage\/?search=Isaiah+3%3A18-24&amp;version=NIV\" rel=\"nofollow\">Isaiah 3:18-24<\/a> emphasizes focusing on our inner selves and living by God&rsquo;s principles instead of obsessing over appearances.<\/p>\n<p>When deciding whether to wear braids or have long hair, it&rsquo;s essential to examine our motivations.<\/p>\n<p>Are we concerned about our looks or devoted to serving God and helping others?<\/p>\n<p>The women of Judah fixated on their lavish clothing and jewelry, but as believers, we should aim for a life of righteousness, devotion, and service.<\/p>\n<p>Let&rsquo;s prioritize living by God&rsquo;s principles rather than obsessing over our hairstyles.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Romans_12_2\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.biblegateway.com\/passage\/?search=Romans+12%3A2&amp;version=NIV\" rel=\"nofollow\">Romans 12:2<\/a>.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-thumbnail wp-image-12031\" src=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-12-540x810.png\" alt=\"Bible Verses about Man Wearing Braids [NIV SCRIPTURES] (16)\" width=\"540\" height=\"810\" srcset=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-12-540x810.png 540w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-12-200x300.png 200w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-12-683x1024.png 683w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-12-640x960.png 640w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-12-720x1080.png 720w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-12.png 735w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 24px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-12.png\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-thumbnail wp-image-12031 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-12-540x810.png.webp\" alt=\"Bible Verses about Man Wearing Braids [NIV SCRIPTURES] (16)\" width=\"540\" height=\"810\" srcset=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-12-540x810.png.webp 540w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-12-200x300.png.webp 200w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-12-683x1024.png.webp 683w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-12-640x960.png.webp 640w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-12-720x1080.png.webp 720w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-12.png.webp 735w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 24px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-12.png\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-12\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"std-text\">\n<blockquote>\n<p class=\"chapter-2\"><span id=\"en-NIV-28248\" class=\"text Rom-12-2\"><sup class=\"versenum\">2&nbsp;<\/sup>Do not conform&nbsp;to the pattern of this world,&nbsp;but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.&nbsp;Then you will be able to test and approve what God&rsquo;s will is&mdash;his good, pleasing&nbsp;and perfect will.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>As Christians, we must strive for uniqueness and not let worldly patterns or others&rsquo; opinions shape our lifestyles.<\/p>\n<p>Adopting braids or long hair might be influenced by cultural trends or a desire to impress.<\/p>\n<p>However, we should renew our minds and concentrate on glorifying God through our words and actions.<\/p>\n<p>By shining as a light in the world and impacting every aspect of our lives, we can choose holiness over conformity.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Peter_1_14\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.biblegateway.com\/passage\/?search=1+Peter+1%3A14&amp;version=NIV\" rel=\"nofollow\">1 Peter 1:14<\/a>.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-thumbnail wp-image-12032\" src=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-13-540x810.png\" alt=\"Bible Verses about Man Wearing Braids [NIV SCRIPTURES] (16)\" width=\"540\" height=\"810\" srcset=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-13-540x810.png 540w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-13-200x300.png 200w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-13-683x1024.png 683w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-13-640x960.png 640w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-13-720x1080.png 720w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-13.png 735w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 24px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-13.png\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-thumbnail wp-image-12032 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-13-540x810.png.webp\" alt=\"Bible Verses about Man Wearing Braids [NIV SCRIPTURES] (16)\" width=\"540\" height=\"810\" srcset=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-13-540x810.png.webp 540w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-13-200x300.png.webp 200w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-13-683x1024.png.webp 683w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-13-640x960.png.webp 640w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-13-720x1080.png.webp 720w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-13.png.webp 735w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 24px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-13.png\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-13\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"std-text\">\n<blockquote><p><span id=\"en-NIV-30389\" class=\"text 1Pet-1-14\"><sup class=\"versenum\">14&nbsp;<\/sup>As obedient&nbsp;children, do not conform&nbsp;to the evil desires you had when you lived in ignorance.<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Men contemplating long hair or braids should consider their reasons.<\/p>\n<p>Is it tied to customs and traditions, or does it serve a spiritual purpose, like a fast or vow?<\/p>\n<p>As God&rsquo;s followers, we must remain faithful to the truth and resist worldly influences on our choices.<\/p>\n<p>Since God has redeemed us from past ignorance, we shouldn&rsquo;t revert to our old ways but seek His guidance in our decisions.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Leviticus_21_5\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.biblegateway.com\/passage\/?search=Leviticus+21%3A5&amp;version=NIV\" rel=\"nofollow\">Leviticus 21:5<\/a>.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-thumbnail wp-image-12026\" src=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-7-540x810.png\" alt=\"Bible Verses about Man Wearing Braids [NIV SCRIPTURES] (16)\" width=\"540\" height=\"810\" srcset=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-7-540x810.png 540w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-7-200x300.png 200w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-7-683x1024.png 683w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-7-640x960.png 640w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-7-720x1080.png 720w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-7.png 735w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 24px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-7.png\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-thumbnail wp-image-12026 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-7-540x810.png.webp\" alt=\"Bible Verses about Man Wearing Braids [NIV SCRIPTURES] (16)\" width=\"540\" height=\"810\" srcset=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-7-540x810.png.webp 540w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-7-200x300.png.webp 200w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-7-683x1024.png.webp 683w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-7-640x960.png.webp 640w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-7-720x1080.png.webp 720w, https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-7.png.webp 735w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 24px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Bible-Verses-about-Man-Wearing-Braids-NIV-SCRIPTURES-7.png\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-14\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"std-text\">\n<blockquote><p><span id=\"en-NIV-3351\" class=\"text Lev-21-5\"><sup class=\"versenum\">5&nbsp;<\/sup>&ldquo;&lsquo;Priests must not shave&nbsp;their heads or shave off the edges of their beards&nbsp;or cut their bodies.<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>This scripture refers to Israel&rsquo;s priests and the specific commandments they had to follow, such as not shaving their heads.<\/p>\n<p>While these rules applied to the priests, they might not directly relate to contemporary Christians.<\/p>\n<p>Understanding the Bible&rsquo;s cultural and historical context is essential for accurately interpreting and applying its teachings.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ephesians_4_22-24\"><\/span>Ephesians 4:22-24.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Corinthians_5_17\"><\/span>2 Corinthians 5:17.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_John_2_15-17\"><\/span>1 John 2:15-17.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Deuteronomy_22_5\"><\/span>Deuteronomy 22:5.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Acts_18_18\"><\/span>Acts 18:18.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Jeremiah_4_30\"><\/span>Jeremiah 4:30.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Kings_9_30\"><\/span>2 Kings 9:30.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3 class=\"mt-0\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Peter_3_16\"><\/span>2 Peter 3:16.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_the_Bible_say_about_men_covering_their_hair\"><\/span>What does the Bible say about men covering their hair?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>In the Bible, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.biblegateway.com\/passage\/?search=1+Corinthians+11%3A4-7&amp;version=NIV\" rel=\"nofollow\">1 Corinthians 11:4-7<\/a> mentions men covering their hair.<\/p>\n<p>It suggests that while praying or prophesying, a <a href=\"https:\/\/faithfulchristian.net\/bible-verses-about-man-as-head-of-family-and-household-niv\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">man shouldn&rsquo;t cover his head<\/a>, as it&rsquo;s seen as dishonorable.<\/p>\n<p>Keep in mind, this passage reflects cultural norms of the time and might not apply to modern contexts.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_was_the_biblical_man_with_long_hair\"><\/span>Who was the biblical man with long hair?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Samson, the biblical figure known for his long hair, was a judge of Israel.<\/p>\n<p>His story appears in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.biblegateway.com\/passage\/?search=judges+13-16&amp;version=NIV\" rel=\"nofollow\">Book of Judges, chapters 13-16<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>His long locks symbolized his Nazirite vow, a sign of devotion to God.<\/p>\n<p>Samson&rsquo;s strength was linked to his hair, and he lost his power when it was cut.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_long_hair_mean_in_Christianity\"><\/span>What does long hair mean in Christianity?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Long hair in Christianity has no universal meaning.<\/p>\n<p>Sometimes, it&rsquo;s viewed as a sign of dedication to God, like Samson&rsquo;s Nazirite vow.<\/p>\n<p>Other times, as in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.biblegateway.com\/passage\/?search=1+Corinthians+11&amp;version=NIV\" rel=\"nofollow\">1 Corinthians 11<\/a>, it may be seen as culturally inappropriate or dishonorable.<\/p>\n<p>The interpretation varies based on cultural context and personal beliefs.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_men_have_long_braids\"><\/span>Can men have long braids?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Men can choose to have long braids.<\/p>\n<p>There are no biblical prohibitions against it, and it mainly depends on personal preference, cultural norms, and individual convictions.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_braid_hairstyle_for_men_called\"><\/span>What is a braid hairstyle for men called?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Braid hairstyles for men have various names based on the style and cultural background.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.byrdie.com\/history-of-braids\" rel=\"nofollow\">Common styles include cornrows, box braids, and dreadlocks<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Names and styles can differ according to techniques and cultural origins.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_OK_for_men_to_have_long_hair\"><\/span>Is it OK for men to have long hair?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It&rsquo;s generally acceptable for men to have long hair. However, opinions can differ based on cultural, religious, or personal beliefs.<\/p>\n<p>The Bible doesn&rsquo;t specifically ban men from having long hair, making it a matter of personal choice and conviction.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_long_hair_say_about_a_man\"><\/span>What does long hair say about a man?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Long hair on a man can communicate different messages, depending on context and cultural norms.<\/p>\n<p>It may signify individualism, creativity, rebellion, spiritual dedication, or a connection to heritage.<\/p>\n<p>The meaning is subjective and varies among people.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Did_Jesus_have_long_hair_in_the_Bible\"><\/span>Did Jesus have long hair in the Bible?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The Bible doesn&rsquo;t detail Jesus&rsquo; physical appearance, including his hair length.<\/p>\n<p>Many traditional artworks depict Jesus with long hair, likely due to cultural influences at the time.<\/p>\n<p>It&rsquo;s crucial to recognize that these images <a href=\"https:\/\/www.christianity.com\/wiki\/jesus-christ\/did-jesus-have-long-hair.html\" rel=\"nofollow\">aren&rsquo;t based on historical evidence<\/a> and shouldn&rsquo;t be seen as accurate representations of Jesus&rsquo; appearance.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Bible Verses about Man Wearing Braids [NIV SCRIPTURES].\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/A9ggq0BIiK4?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<span id=\"dpsp-post-bottom\"><\/span>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Is long hair a sin? 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