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In biblical times, diseases and ailments affecting the head were often seen as manifestations of spiritual or moral issues, as well as physical afflictions. The head, being a symbol of leadership and authority, held significant importance, and its ailments were sometimes interpreted as divine messages or judgments.

Baldness and Hair Loss: Baldness is mentioned in the Bible, often in a cultural context rather than strictly medical. In 2 Kings 2:23-24, the prophet Elisha is mocked by youths for his baldness, leading to a divine retribution. Baldness could also symbolize mourning or disgrace, as seen in Isaiah 3:24, where it is listed among the punishments for the haughty daughters of Zion: "Instead of fragrance there will be a stench; instead of a belt, a rope; instead of styled hair, baldness; instead of fine clothing, sackcloth; and instead of beauty, branding."

Leprosy and Skin Diseases: Leprosy, a term used in the Bible to describe various skin diseases, could affect the head. Leviticus 13 provides detailed instructions for diagnosing and dealing with leprous diseases, including those on the scalp. Leviticus 13:40-41 states, "Now if a man loses his hair and is bald, he is still clean. Or if his hairline recedes and he is bald on his forehead, he is still clean." However, if a reddish-white sore appears, it is considered a defiling disease.

Head Wounds and Injuries: Injuries to the head are mentioned in several biblical narratives. In Judges 9:53, a woman drops a millstone on Abimelech's head, crushing his skull. This incident highlights the vulnerability of the head and the severity of head injuries. Similarly, in 1 Samuel 17:49, David strikes Goliath on the forehead with a stone, causing the giant to fall face down to the ground.

Headaches and Pain: While specific references to headaches are not prevalent, the Bible does mention pain and suffering that could encompass such ailments. In Job 2:7, Job is afflicted with painful sores from the soles of his feet to the crown of his head, indicating a comprehensive suffering that could include head pain.

Symbolic and Spiritual Implications: The head often symbolizes leadership and authority in the Bible. Diseases or injuries affecting the head could be interpreted as a loss of authority or divine disfavor. For instance, in Isaiah 1:5-6, the prophet describes the sinful nation of Israel as being afflicted from head to toe: "Why do you want more beatings? Why do you keep rebelling? The whole head is injured, and the whole heart is sick. From the sole of the foot to the top of the head, there is no soundness—only wounds and welts and festering sores, not cleansed or bandaged or soothed with oil."

Healing and Restoration: The Bible also speaks of healing and restoration from head ailments. In the New Testament, Jesus' healing ministry includes restoring health to those afflicted with various diseases, which would encompass head-related ailments. In Matthew 4:24, it is noted, "News about Him spread all over Syria, and people brought to Him all who were ill with various diseases, those suffering acute pain, the demon-possessed, those having seizures, and the paralyzed—and He healed them."

In summary, diseases of the head in the Bible are depicted with both physical and spiritual dimensions, reflecting the cultural and religious context of the times. The head's significance as a symbol of authority and leadership underscores the impact of its ailments in biblical narratives.
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Isaiah 3:17
Therefore the LORD will smite with a scab the crown of the head of the daughters of Zion, and the LORD will discover their secret parts.
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Psalm 91 Part 1 Safety in Public Diseases and Dangers.
... LM. Safety in public diseases and dangers. PAUSE. ... And there at night shall rest his
head. Then will I say, "My God, thy power. Shall be my fortress and my tower; ...
/.../watts/the psalms and hymns of isaac watts/psalm 91 part 1 safety.htm

Psalm 91:1. 1-7. First Part. Safety in Public Diseases and Dangers ...
... Safety in public diseases and dangers ... refuge God, Shall find a most secure abode,
Shall walk all day beneath his shade, And there at night shall rest his head. ...
/.../watts/the psalms of david/psalm 91 1 0 1-7 first part.htm

That God is to be Loved and Worshipped in Diseases: and Also of ...
... Have mind also that in all diseases and need and poverty thou never grumble ... me were
like to scorpions; for they have fawned with their flattering head, and with ...
//christianbookshelf.org/rolle/the fire of love/chapter ix that god is.htm

The Idol which Shed Tears.
... invaders found them with a creed, and certain customs to avert diseases, with which ...
to rise early next morning, go to the tank, and examine the head and eyes ...
//christianbookshelf.org/hodson/old daniel/chapter ten the idol which.htm

Our Instructor's Treatment of Our Sins.
... soul: wherefore He prescribes the cure with all speed, advising the head to be ... For
with the highest propriety the help of bodily diseases is called the healing ...
/.../clement/the instructor paedagogus/chapter ii our instructors treatment of.htm

Appendix xvi. On the Jewish views About Demons' and the Demonised ...
... when the head was supposed to give answer to whatever questions might be addressed
to it. B. After this we can scarcely wonder, that so many diseases should ...
/.../the life and times of jesus the messiah/appendix xvi on the jewish.htm

On the Education of Children
... To this head is usually referred "the love of money;" one of the basest passions ...
Indeed, like other diseases of the mind, it is far more violent in some than ...
/.../wesley/sermons on several occasions/sermon 95 on the education.htm

Of True Meekness and Adversity: and of the Example of the Saints ...
... joys; so that he, lying on the earth, be not despised with griefs and diseases. ... Behold
Him, and ye shall see His godly head with thorns crowned; His face bespat ...
/.../rolle/the fire of love/chapter xxvii of true meekness.htm

The Phoenix
... No enfeebling diseases, no sickly old age, nor cruel death, nor harsh fear, approaches ...
of her wings, and having thrice adored the fire-bearing head, is silent. ...
/.../lactantius/of the manner in which the persecutors died/the phoenix.htm

The Hebdomadarii; System of the Arithmeticians; Pressed into the ...
... traversing round the head, and having their termination in (the head) itself, hold ...
disease, and ascribed to Apollo; the latter healed the diseases of the mind ...
/.../the refutation of all heresies/chapter li the hebdomadarii system of.htm

Resources
What does it mean that you are the head and not the tail in Deuteronomy 28:13? | GotQuestions.org

Should Christian women wear head coverings? | GotQuestions.org

Who is the head of the church, biblically speaking? | GotQuestions.org

Head: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com

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Bald-head (1 Occurrence)

Axe-head (1 Occurrence)

Ax-head

Head-dresses (11 Occurrences)

Head-band (2 Occurrences)

Head-dress (22 Occurrences)

Head-bands (2 Occurrences)

Head-covers (1 Occurrence)

Head-priest (1 Occurrence)

Head-men (2 Occurrences)

Head-stone (1 Occurrence)

Shaved (23 Occurrences)

Shave (19 Occurrences)

Slaughtered (72 Occurrences)

Charger (17 Occurrences)

Scalp (3 Occurrences)

Head-tires (4 Occurrences)

Chief (696 Occurrences)

Slayeth (28 Occurrences)

Shaven (7 Occurrences)

Skull (7 Occurrences)

Axhead (1 Occurrence)

Separation (50 Occurrences)

Quantity (18 Occurrences)

Spear (55 Occurrences)

Kerchief

Consecration (22 Occurrences)

Chaplet (2 Occurrences)

Capstone (7 Occurrences)

Crest (2 Occurrences)

Sole (13 Occurrences)

Armour (32 Occurrences)

Knees (47 Occurrences)

Ax (12 Occurrences)

Ashes (44 Occurrences)

Visions (43 Occurrences)

Appointeth (28 Occurrences)

Slaughter (121 Occurrences)

Axe (19 Occurrences)

Amulet

Slay (189 Occurrences)

Aaron's (53 Occurrences)

Anointing (39 Occurrences)

Vial (12 Occurrences)

Clad (13 Occurrences)

Cushion (3 Occurrences)

Coals (28 Occurrences)

Cane (11 Occurrences)

Avenged (34 Occurrences)

Alabaster (6 Occurrences)

Shaketh (20 Occurrences)

Sores (16 Occurrences)

Shaveth (6 Occurrences)

Selleth (17 Occurrences)

Supported (43 Occurrences)

Supporteth (4 Occurrences)

Scall (9 Occurrences)

Struck (373 Occurrences)

Scoff (18 Occurrences)

Suet (3 Occurrences)

Arranged (32 Occurrences)

Shame (412 Occurrences)

Clothed (153 Occurrences)

Cursing (53 Occurrences)

Shattered (42 Occurrences)

Sprinkled (55 Occurrences)

Arrayed (46 Occurrences)

Separated (97 Occurrences)

Scorn (65 Occurrences)

Shake (68 Occurrences)

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Surround (39 Occurrences)

Annas (4 Occurrences)

Anoint (59 Occurrences)

Street (54 Occurrences)

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Sprinkle (37 Occurrences)

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