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Definition and Cultural Context:
Piercings refer to the practice of creating an opening in the body to insert jewelry. This practice has been observed in various cultures throughout history for aesthetic, cultural, or religious reasons. In biblical times, piercings were often associated with adornment and could signify wealth, status, or identity.

Biblical References:

1.Old Testament:
·Genesis 24:22 : "And after the camels had finished drinking, the man took out a gold ring weighing a beka and two gold bracelets weighing ten shekels." This passage describes the servant of Abraham giving Rebekah a nose ring and bracelets as a sign of betrothal, indicating that piercings were used as symbols of commitment and wealth.
·Exodus 32:2-3 : "Aaron replied, 'Take off the gold earrings that your wives, your sons, and your daughters are wearing, and bring them to me.' So all the people took off their earrings and brought them to Aaron." Here, earrings are mentioned as common adornments among the Israelites, which were later used to create the golden calf, highlighting the potential for jewelry to be misused in idolatry.
·Ezekiel 16:12 : "And I put a ring in your nose, earrings on your ears, and a beautiful crown upon your head." This metaphorical language used by God to describe His adornment of Jerusalem suggests that piercings were considered part of beautification and honor.

2.New Testament:
· The New Testament does not explicitly mention body piercings. However, it addresses the broader topic of adornment and modesty. For instance,1 Peter 3:3-4 advises, "Your beauty should not come from outward adornment such as braided hair or gold jewelry or fine clothes, but from the inner disposition of your heart, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is precious in God’s sight." This passage emphasizes inner beauty over external adornment, which can be applied to the discussion of piercings.

Theological and Ethical Considerations:
From a conservative Christian perspective, the practice of piercings is often evaluated in light of biblical principles of modesty, stewardship of the body, and cultural context. While the Bible does not explicitly prohibit piercings, it encourages believers to consider their motivations and the message their appearance conveys. The body is viewed as a temple of the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 6:19-20), and thus, decisions about body modifications should reflect a desire to honor God.

Historical and Cultural Practices:
In ancient Near Eastern cultures, piercings were common and often signified social status or religious devotion. Earrings and nose rings were typical adornments for both men and women. In some cases, piercings were also associated with servitude, as seen inExodus 21:6 , where a servant who chose to remain with his master had his ear pierced as a sign of lifelong service.

Modern Implications:
Today, Christians may have varying views on piercings, influenced by cultural norms and personal convictions. Some may see piercings as a form of self-expression, while others may view them as contrary to biblical teachings on modesty and simplicity. Ultimately, the decision to have piercings should be made with careful consideration of biblical principles, personal motives, and the potential impact on one's witness as a follower of Christ.

January 5 Evening
... A whisperer separateth chief friends."There is that speaketh like the
piercings of a sword: but the tongue of the wise is health....

Psalm CXVIII.
... all nations. They consumed this sinful flesh, and the grievouspiercings
of this mortal life, in the flame of persecution. "Taken...

Scriptures Showing the Sin and Danger of Joining with Wicked and...
... Yea, they speak like thepiercings of a sword, against the godly, ver.18. If our
state and church had a lip of truth, they would speak always the same thing....

Death to Sin through Christ
... The shafts and the smiting of sin seem really like thepiercings of an arrow,
as if arrows from the Almighty did really drink up your spirit....

Psalm LVIII.
... would be ended. Then the thorns of that bramble, that is, all pains and
piercings of tortures shall be brought forth. Such thorns...

Separating the Precious from the Vile
... those are not thepiercings of the nails, nor the gash of the spear-thrust; whence
come those wounds" I hear him mournfully reply, "These are the wounds which...

The Acceptable Sacrifice;
... Hence, to hear others talk foolishly, is to the grief of those whom God has wounded:
or, as it is in another place, their words are 'like thepiercings of a...

Piercings (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version ConcordancePiercings (1 Occurrence). Proverbs 12:18 There is that
speaketh like thepiercings of a sword: but the tongue of the wise is health....

Piercing (7 Occurrences)

Piety (21 Occurrences)

Babbleth (1 Occurrence)
... Babbleth (1 Occurrence). Proverbs 12:18 There is that babbleth like thepiercings
of a sword; but the tongue of the wise is health. (DBY)....

Speaker (10 Occurrences)
... him. (WEB KJV ASV WBS). Proverbs 12:18 A rash speaker is likepiercings
of a sword, And the tongue of the wise is healing. (YLT)....

Pierce (30 Occurrences)
... enemies. (See NIV). Proverbs 12:18 There is that speaketh like thepiercings
of a sword; but the tongue of the wise is health. (See NIV)....

Health (49 Occurrences)
... (WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS NAS NIV). Proverbs 12:18 There is that speaketh like
thepiercings of a sword: but the tongue of the wise is health....

Healing (60 Occurrences)
... (YLT NAS RSV). Proverbs 12:18 A rash speaker is likepiercings of a sword,
And the tongue of the wise is healing. (YLT NAS RSV NIV)....

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