Topical Encyclopedia In the biblical context, the concept of "wear" encompasses various aspects, including clothing, adornment, and the spiritual symbolism associated with garments. The Bible provides numerous references to what people wore, the significance of their attire, and the spiritual lessons derived from clothing.Clothing in Biblical Times Clothing in biblical times was often made from wool, linen, and occasionally leather. The garments worn by individuals often indicated their social status, occupation, and even their spiritual state. For example, Joseph's "robe of many colors" (Genesis 37:3) symbolized his father's special favor and set him apart from his brothers. Symbolism of Garments Garments in the Bible frequently carry symbolic meanings. In Isaiah 61:10 , the prophet declares, "I will rejoice greatly in the LORD; my soul will exult in my God. For He has clothed me with garments of salvation and wrapped me in a robe of righteousness." Here, clothing represents salvation and righteousness, indicating a transformation and divine favor. The New Testament continues this theme, as seen in Colossians 3:12 : "Therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, clothe yourselves with hearts of compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience." This passage uses the metaphor of clothing to describe the virtues that believers are to "wear" as a reflection of their new life in Christ. Adornment and Modesty The Bible addresses the issue of adornment and modesty, particularly in the context of women's attire. In 1 Timothy 2:9-10 , Paul instructs, "Likewise, I want the women to adorn themselves with respectable apparel, with modesty and self-control, not with braided hair or gold or pearls or expensive clothes, but with good deeds, as is proper for women who profess to worship God." This passage emphasizes the importance of inner beauty and good deeds over outward appearance. Spiritual Armor The concept of "wear" extends beyond physical clothing to include spiritual armor. Ephesians 6:11 exhorts believers to "Put on the full armor of God, so that you can make your stand against the devil’s schemes." This spiritual armor includes truth, righteousness, the gospel of peace, faith, salvation, and the word of God, symbolizing the spiritual readiness and protection needed for the Christian life. Ritual Garments In the Old Testament, specific garments were designated for priests and Levites, signifying their consecration and service to God. Exodus 28 details the intricate design of the high priest's garments, including the ephod, breastplate, and turban, each with symbolic significance and a role in the worship practices of Israel. Conclusion The biblical perspective on "wear" encompasses both the physical and spiritual dimensions of clothing. It serves as a reminder of the importance of modesty, the virtues believers are to embody, and the spiritual readiness required to live a life pleasing to God. Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary 1. (n.) Same as Weir.2. (v. t.) To cause to go about, as a vessel, by putting the helm up, instead of alee as in tacking, so that the vessel's bow is turned away from, and her stern is presented to, the wind, and, as she turns still farther, her sails fill on the other side; to veer. 3. (v. t.) To carry or bear upon the person; to bear upon one's self, as an article of clothing, decoration, warfare, bondage, etc.; to have appendant to one's body; to have on; as, to wear a coat; to wear a shackle. 4. (v. t.) To have or exhibit an appearance of, as an aspect or manner; to bear; as, she wears a smile on her countenance. 5. (v. t.) To use up by carrying or having upon one's self; hence, to consume by use; to waste; to use up; as, to wear clothes rapidly. 6. (v. t.) To impair, waste, or diminish, by continual attrition, scraping, percussion, on the like; to consume gradually; to cause to lower or disappear; to spend. 7. (v. t.) To cause or make by friction or wasting; as, to wear a channel; to wear a hole. 8. (v. t.) To form or shape by, or as by, attrition. 9. (v. i.) To endure or suffer use; to last under employment; to bear the consequences of use, as waste, consumption, or attrition; as, a coat wears well or ill; -- hence, sometimes applied to character, qualifications, etc.; as, a man wears well as an acquaintance. 10. (v. i.) To be wasted, consumed, or diminished, by being used; to suffer injury, loss, or extinction by use or time; to decay, or be spent, gradually. 11. (n.) The act of wearing, or the state of being worn; consumption by use; diminution by friction; as, the wear of a garment. 12. (n.) The thing worn; style of dress; the fashion. 13. (n.) A dam in a river to stop and raise the water, for the purpose of conducting it to a mill, forming a fish pond, or the like. 14. (n.) A fence of stakes, brushwood, or the like, set in a stream, tideway, or inlet of the sea, for taking fish. 15. (n.) A long notch with a horizontal edge, as in the top of a vertical plate or plank, through which water flows, -- used in measuring the quantity of flowing water. Greek 5409. phoreo -- to bear constantly, to wear ... to bear constantly, to wear. Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration: phoreo Phonetic Spelling: (for-eh'-o) Short Definition: I carry, wear Definition: I carry ... //strongsnumbers.com/greek2/5409.htm - 7k 2863. komao -- to wear long hair 2669. kataponeo -- to wear down 2827. klino -- to cause to bend 1737. endidusko -- to put on, be clothed with 5168. trumalia -- a hole, eye (of a needle) 4016. periballo -- to throw around, put on 4029. perikeimai -- to lie around 1304. diatribo -- to rub hard, rub away, to spend time 3822. palaioo -- to make or declare old Strong's Hebrew 1086. balah -- to become old, wear out... 1085, 1086. balah. 1087 . to become old, wear out. Transliteration: balah Phonetic Spelling: (baw-law') Short Definition: wear. Word Origin a prim. ... /hebrew/1086.htm - 6k 3847. labash -- to put on, wear, clothe, be clothed 1080. bela -- to wear away or out 7833. shachaq -- to rub away, beat fine, pulverize 5034b. nabel -- to sink or drop down, languish, fade 4743. maqaq -- to decay, rot, fester, pine away 5927. alah -- to go up, ascend, climb 1961. hayah -- to fall out, come to pass, become, be 5375. nasa -- to lift, carry, take Library Whether it is Lawful for Religious to Wear Coarser Clothes than ... Whether it is Unlawful to Wear Divine Words at the Neck? Whether those who are Ordained Ought to Wear the Tonsure? If any One, under Pretence of Asceticism, Should Wear a ... None of those who are in the Catalogue of the Clergy Shall Wear ... The Readers and Singers have no Right to Wear an Orarium... The Subdeacon Has no Right to Wear an Orarium I. ... But the True Gods, and those who are Worthy to have and to Wear ... On the First Commandment The Character of Christ's People Thesaurus Wear (56 Occurrences)... person; to bear upon one's self, as an article of clothing, decoration, warfare, bondage, etc.; to have appendant to one's body; to have on; as, to wear a coat ... /w/wear.htm - 25k Wear-and-tear (2 Occurrences) Fray (4 Occurrences) Chafe (1 Occurrence) Waste (668 Occurrences) Worn (29 Occurrences) Were (28152 Occurrences) Ware (6 Occurrences) Fret (9 Occurrences) Tire (5 Occurrences) Resources Should Christian women wear pants (trousers)? | GotQuestions.orgShould a Christian wear religious jewelry, such as a crucifix? | GotQuestions.org Should a Christian woman wear a bindi? | GotQuestions.org Wear: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Concordance Wear (56 Occurrences)Matthew 6:25 Matthew 6:31 Matthew 11:8 Mark 6:9 Luke 7:25 Luke 9:12 Luke 12:22 Luke 12:33 Luke 18:5 1 Corinthians 11:6 1 Corinthians 11:14 Hebrews 1:11 Revelation 3:18 Revelation 19:8 Genesis 28:20 Exodus 18:18 Exodus 28:35 Exodus 28:43 Exodus 29:30 Leviticus 13:45 Leviticus 16:4 Leviticus 19:19 Leviticus 21:10 Deuteronomy 1:12 Deuteronomy 8:4 Deuteronomy 22:5 Deuteronomy 22:11 Deuteronomy 22:12 Deuteronomy 28:32 Deuteronomy 29:5 Judges 8:24 1 Samuel 2:28 1 Samuel 22:18 1 Kings 22:30 1 Chronicles 17:9 2 Chronicles 18:29 Nehemiah 9:21 Esther 6:8 Job 14:19 Job 21:13 Job 27:17 Job 31:36 Psalms 102:26 Isaiah 4:1 Isaiah 15:3 Isaiah 49:18 Isaiah 50:9 Isaiah 51:6 Isaiah 65:22 Jeremiah 12:13 Ezekiel 44:17 Ezekiel 44:18 Daniel 5:16 Daniel 7:25 Amos 8:10 Zechariah 13:4 Subtopics Related Terms |
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