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Re: Isaiah 3 and jewelry...
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Originally Posted by Socialite
To re-create the scene, if someone is gathering at worship to flaunt wealth, social position, to otherwise marginalize other believers -- it's wrong. It isn't right. The reason jewlery is discussed at all is because that's what these women were doing. They wore it on their hair, ears, arms, clothing.
On the other hand, black cultures and black churches are big with vibrant colors, fun, decorative outfits, etc... Not sure I can make the application across the board. But we COULD use the same principle...
What this meant to the audience it was written to is not the same issue today (though it could be).... but the principles are universal.
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No offense, but that doesn't answer if ok or not to wear costly apparel????
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