Im new here. I need some help regarding 1 Corinth 11:14

Well, I was just providing evidence. Still, it may not be very good evidence though considered by some people. I'll have to think about that. But Paul also was an apostle, would he lie about himself? He was in Christ, he loved God, and obeying God's commandments brought him such joy for he was pleasing and glorifying the one who gave him new life.

Does "nature" teach you that long hair on a man is improper? I doubt it. You might believe that, but most likely because Paul's words are recorded in Scripture. It's a cultural argument. Try asking an indigenous American whether "nature itself" teaches that long hair on a man is improper. He'll probably laugh at your ignorance.

Given that "nature itself" does not actually teach any such thing, either Scripture is wrong, or Paul's words have a limited cultural context. I prefer the second option. You're welcome to whatever conclusion makes you comfortable.

In other words, some of what Paul wrote does not fit into our culture today.

Do you think long hair on men is fine and acceptable by God? Should there be a visible difference between a man and a women?

Some woudl argue Paul was not an apostle as only 12 apostles - Rev 21:14 And the wall of the city had twelve foundations, and in them the twelve names of the twelve apostles of the Lamb.

Did he follow the Law - Romans 7:6 “But now we are released from the Law we serve not under the old written code but under the new life of the Spirit”.

Thread issues is if this was Pauls opinion for that time or inspired which must be followed - not sure we have got very far.

To your first question, Samson. His whole life story demonstrates that length of hair is a non-issue.

Samson was under the Nazarite vow. That was the only exception for men growing their hair. Exceptions only prove the rule.

God could have stopped men from growing hair, but that's not a valid argument. God could have stopped homosexuality from occurring, but it still happens.

Notice that nature tells us that women with women and men with men is against the truth of God. Doesn't nature tell us that it is a shame for a man to have long hair?

Romans 1:
24 Wherefore God also gave them up to uncleanness through the lusts of their own hearts, to dishonour their own bodies between themselves:
25 Who changed the truth of God into a lie, and worshipped and served the creature more than the Creator, who is blessed for ever. Amen.
26 For this cause God gave them up unto vile affections: for even their women did change the natural use into that which is against nature:
27 And likewise also the men, leaving the natural use of the woman, burned in their lust one toward another; men with men working that which is unseemly, and receiving in themselves that recompence of their error which was meet.

Streeeeeeetch….

Um, no.

Meaning not to dress or groom themselves into an outrageous fashion that stood out from all others in a society.

If a culture goes in the direction of men dressing like women and wearing make-up, then Christian men should also to fit in? Nope. I don't want to fit into the world. I'm pretty sure the bible states this in Romans 12:1-2.

Ok...so im an 18 year old male. I converted to Christ two years ago so am still quite new to all this. So I don't know much in terms of general theological knowledge. With that being said, I need some help.

Ive always had super short hair, but my Girlfriend said I should grow it out, so I have been. It's currently at my shoulderblades, and I was going to go to mid back. I must admit my GF was right, I look the best I ever have. But then I read 1 Corinth 11:14. Where Paul says it's against God for a man to have long hair??? I know it's a sin for a man to look feminine, but I certainly don't. And long hair has nothing to do with that. So I'm confused.

Ive done research and I've found that nobody really knows. Some scholars say that it's fine and others say it's sinful. I don't have a pastor I can ask as I don't go to church yet (my parents are atheists) so I'm kinda stuck and just need help. Please. Someone!

Samson was under the Nazarite vow. That was the only exception for men growing their hair. Exceptions only prove the rule.

God could have stopped men from growing hair, but that's not a valid argument. God could have stopped homosexuality from occurring, but it still happens.

Notice that nature tells us that women with women and men with men is against the truth of God. Doesn't nature tell us that it is a shame for a man to have long hair?

1 Corinthians, Chapter 11:

14 Doth not even nature itself teach you, that, if a man have long hair, it is a shame unto him?

It does not say it is "against God" does it?

As well, Paul was giving his opinion and not a Commandment from God. This particular Scripture reveals one of Paul's misspeaks. And, Scripture is justified as Truth because it is included.

Nature does not teach that long hair shames a male. Consider the mighty Lion! The great mane the male wears, as opposed to the short mane of the females.

Paul wrote in two distinct styles:

1) Thus sayeth the Lord. When writing in this style, Paul was teaching Commandments from God. There was to be no debate or arguing, it was "Thus sayeth the Lord!"

2) I would rather that/it would be better that. When writing in this style, Paul was giving his opinion/advice on how believers could live a Christ like life with the littlest of problems.

When reading Paul's Epistles it is necessary to distinguish which style he is writing/speaking in so as to know what is a Commandment from God, and what is not. Far, far, too many people can not, and this has caused, and continue to cause flawed understanding of and teaching of Scripture. IMO, much damage has occurred and continues to occur because people are not able to distinguish these differences.

Hi and welcome!

I'm very glad to hear you've become a believer. As far as the issue of long hair, I personally believe 1 Corinthians 11 teaches that a woman's long hair is a symbol of her submission to her husband; and a man's short hair is a symbol of his submission to Christ. However, I wouldn't put put the cart before the horse. The Lord will reveal His will to you as you follow Him and grow spiritually.

My question to you would be, as a new believer, have you been water baptized (immersed) into Christ? Jesus taught by example that we should be baptized; and He commanded that it should be taught and practiced. If you haven't already, I pray you'll make this your next order of business.

I believe that Jesus had long hair too. I believe that Paul was offering his own personal opinion on grooming. No need to be confused. Glad to have you onboard with us. Welcome to CC.

If a culture goes in the direction of men dressing like women and wearing make-up, then Christian men should also to fit in? Nope. I don't want to fit into the world. I'm pretty sure the bible states this in Romans 12:1-2.

longer hair on men was popular in the 70's and into the early 80's

So, are you able to answer this question with a simple yes or no? If not, I understand. Do you believe that Paul was making a 1st-century misunderstanding? By the way, I'm was not trying to prove that you are not allowed to have long hair this whole time at any point.

Not in the body of Christ…