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THE LAWS OF GOD - #7.D.5
Tolerands Supplemental - FASHION, UNIFORMS, AND DRESS CODE
God has set forth HIS Laws in the Holy Scriptures for ALL Mankind to
know--and obey (Proverbs 14:34 and Isaiah 60:12)!
7. THOU (you) SHALL NOT COMMIT ADULTERY
.A SPECIFIC ADULTERY - Wife Defilement
This issue of the 7th Commandment was covered previously. See at:
LAW-7.A, above.
.B General Adultery: MOSAIC TABOOS
SCRIPTURAL PERVERSIONS and Sex Crimes (PG)
This issue of the 7th Commandment was ALSO covered previously. See at:
LAW-7.B, above. *** PG Rated ***
.C TOLERANDS (PG-13)
This issue of the 7th Commandment was covered previously, as well.
See at: LAW-7.C.1, above. *** PG-13 Rated ***
7.D.4 TOLERANDS - DIVORCE AND MARITAL DISSOLUTION
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7.D.5 FASION, UNIFORMS, AND REALM DRESS CODE
While people like to be free, and dress in whatever manner that pleases
them, or make whatever fashion statement that they wish (and, indeed
the Law of God gives people a certain liberty to do so), we also need
to realized that people are recognized and identified by the uniforms
or fashions that they wear. Moreover, God Commands us: WHEREFORE,
COME OUT FROM AMONG THEM, AND BE YE (you) SEPARATE, SAYS THE LORD,
AND TOUCH NOT THEIR UNCLEAN THINGS (garments?); AND I WILL RECEIVE
YOU; AND I WILL BE A FATHER TO YOU, AND YE (you) SHALL BE MY SONS AND
DAUGHTERS, SAYS THE LORD ALMIGHTY! (II Corinthians 6:17-18). Thus,
one of the most VISIBLE ways that we can separate ourselves from the
wicked of the world, is to not dress like them, nor wear their uniform
(typical manner of dress).
And this is one of our most ready ministries, that we can witness
to those around us by the manner in which we dress!!! (Matthew
10:32-33) Proper dress is like wearing a sandwich board around your
body all day long, proclaiming God's Presence--for all to see.
And, on the other hand, God's Laws DO set forth certain standards
about what we wear. So that not only should we know what pleases God
in this area, but that improper dress may actually open the doors for
demons to operate and promote all kinds of wickedness in our lives!
Therefore, consider well and give heed to the standards of dress set
forth herein:
- ...a FOR BOTH SEXES:
- IDOLATRY:
Both sexes must NOT wear garments made for or associated with
Idolatrous Worship or Pagan Practices, such as costumes or masks
of false gods (goddesses), witches' garb, wizard's cape or hat of
magic symbols, astrological designs, etc. (Deuteronomy 18:9-12;
Joshua 7:19-26)--see also Idolatry, LAW 2.
- MODESTY:
Both sexes are admonished to cover-up their bodies in public and
to dress modestly, so as not to become involved in indescent
exposure, Lasciviousness, or Public Nudity (Genesis 3:7, 21, 9:23;
Exodus 32:25; Deuteronomy 22:12; Isaiah 58:7, 61:10; Ezekiel
16:8, 10, 18:7, 16; Hosea 2:9; I Timothy 2:9).
- GENDER:
Both sexes are required to dress distinctively different in public
from those of the other gender, so that they are readily
distinguishable from each other (Deuteronomy 22:5)--see also
Transvestism under Mosaic Taboos.
- SCARIFICATION (Tatoos):
The cutting of the flesh to leave certain magical or mystic marks
(Leviticus 19:28, 21:5; Jeremiah 48:37) or the marking of the skin
so as to leave a permenant image, especially if it is Pagan or
Idolatrous (Leviticus 19:28; Revelations 13:16-18), is forbidden
in the Scriptures and should not be allowed in Our Realm. (Nor
should people be marked or tagged as mere cattle are!)
- JEWELRY:
Both sexes are found wearing a variety of jewelry in the Holy
Scriptures, so they should be allowed that liberty in Our Realm
as long as the items are not idolatrous (or magical) nor promote
sexual perversions. THOSE WORN--Anklets (Isaiah 3:18), Armlets
(Genesis 32:22; Exodus 35:22), Bracelets (Genesis 24:22, 38:18;
Exodus 35:22; Numbers 31:50; II Samuel 1:10), Chains (Genesis
41:42; Proverbs 1:9; Ezekiel 16:11; Daniel 5:29), Earings
(Genesis 24:22, 35:4; Exodus 32:2, 35:22; Numbers 31:50; Judges
8:2; Job 42:11; Proverbs 25:12; Ezekiel 16:12; Hosea 2:13),
Jewels in general (Genesis 24:53; Exodus 3:22, 28:11; Numbers
31:50; Isaiah 61:10), Rings (Genesis 38:18, 41:42; Exodus 35:22;
Esther 3:10, 8:8; Job 42:11; Isaiah 3:21; Jeremiah 22:24; Luke
15:22; various other Ornaments (Exodus 33:4; Isaiah 3:18;
Jeremiah 2:32, 4:30; Ezekiel 16:11, 23:40).
- MAKE-UP:
Both sexes appear to have worn a variety of make-ups in Biblical
Times--However the painting of the eyes or the painting of the
face was traditionally used by professional women, showgirls,
prostitutes, or other fallen women, so the honorable wife and
descent married women may do so in private (at home) but should
avoid such erotic displays in public (Genesis 38:15-16; Proverbs
6:25-26; II Kings 9:30; Jeremiah 4:30; Ezekiel 23:40).
- PERFUME OR COLOGNE:
a vast variety of perfumes and odours were worn by both men and
women in the Holy Scriptures (Psalms 45:8; Proverbs 7:17; Isaiah
3:24), so it should be tolerated in Our World, too. (So long as
there are NOT adverse reactions or allergies for those around them
who smell it.)
- COSTUME:
The copying of the dress of certain cultures or time periods can
be quite popular by both sexes, but when doing so we should wear
the costumes that are associated with the Peoples of the Bible and
the rise of Judeo-Christian Culture, the Mediavel World (and its
Western History and Civilization) as a witness to others--and
avoid the dress of those cultures associated with Paganism and
Idolatry.
- ...b FOR MEN:
As the above regulations tend to cover most issues concerning men's
dress, there are only a few things that need to be addressed
especially to men, below.
- HAIR STYLES:
In general, men are to wear their hair short (or at least
considerably shorter than the typical female hair styles), so
as to provide a ready distinction between the genders (Deuteronomy
22:5; I Corinthians 11:14-15)--however there are some EXCEPTIONS:
Certain men (such as Nazarites or those having a vow),
wishing to live holy lives, may wear their hair long PROVIDED that they either
a) wear it in the tradtional 7 locks or 7 braids of the Nazarites,
which symbolizes the Presence of God's Spirit in their lives,
(Genesis 49:26; Deuteronomy 33:16; Judges 16:13, 17, 19;
II Samuel 14:25-26; Acts 21:23-24, 26), OR b) in the traditional
long, single braid (Chinese style).
Also, some other men may shave their heads to be bald, either
from their vow (Numbers 6:18; Job 1:20; Isaiah 7:20; Ezekiel
44:20; Acts 21:24) or perhaps for military service.
- HEAD COVERINGS:
Head coverings, such as the kippah or yarmulke, are nolonger
required for the common man in the congregation, and, in fact, are
to be considered not to be worn in prayer or in God's Presence
(I Corinthians 11:3-4, 7). Noblemen (or Priests), however, may
wear the crown or diadem (or official's cap) as a symbol of God's
anointing upon their lives and position.
- BEARDS:
Men are to be admonished to wear beards, for this was God's Natural
way of distinguishing them from women OR from little boys who are
still under the tutelage of their mothers--for it is a great shame
for a mature man to appear in public without his beard (Leviticus
19:27, 21:5; II Samuel 10:4-5; Ezra 9:3; Psalms 133:2; Isaiah
50:6). However, these beards may be polled or trimmed to be well
groomed (Ezekiel 44:20).
- COLORS (Colours):
While men may dress in drab and dingy clothing to work in the dirt
and grime, in general they should be encouraged to wear bright
colors and highly decorative clothing in public, for this is God's
way in Nature of distinguishing the male of the species (Matthew
6:28-30).
- ...c FOR WOMEN:
In addition of the general rules of dress for both sexes (above),
there are many specific guidelines in the Holy Scriptures for what
is and is NOT appropriate for women to wear.
- HAIR STYLES:
In general, women are to wear their hair long (or at least
considerably longer than the typical male hair styles), so
as to provide a ready distinction between the genders (Deuteronomy
22:5; Song 4:1; Luke 7:38; John 11:2; I Corinthians 11:14-15).
- ....a SHAVED HEADS:
women are specifically warned NOT to shave their heads, as this
makes them look like the porne (bi-sexual Cultic Harlots) or the
prostitute-priestess of pagan worship (I Corinthians 11:5-6).
- ....b HEAD COVERINGS:
wives and descent married women MUST wear a covering over their
hair in public, or before other men, and especially in the
Congregation for Worship (I Corinthians 11:5-6), as failing to
do so exposes their attractiveness to Lasciviousness, and
possible Adultery--and demonic activity (Genesis 6:2, 4;
I Corinthians 11:10).
- ....c EXTRAVAGANCE:
all descent and honorable women are admonished to NOT be wasteful
nor extravagant in the adorning of their hair. And specifically
not to have tired style hair like the fancy French couffeurs
(II Kings 9:30), nor plaited hair like the Romans with fancy
braids decorated with flowers and jewels (I Peter 3:3), and not
the broided or corn row style hair of the Egyptians with its
many little braids decorated with gold, pearls, and jewels
(I Timothy 2:9)--exceptions, see Showgirls.
- OUTERWEAR:
Because of popular transgression, women (especially, descent
married women) are to be admonished to dress modestly (as required,
above, by both sexes) and to keep themselves well covered up--and
not with form fitting nor see-thru clothing (Genesis 3:7, 21, 9:23;
Exodus 32:25; Deuteronomy 22:12; Isaiah 58:7, 61:10; Ezekiel
16:8, 10, 18:7, 16; Hosea 2:9; I Timothy 2:9), so as to avoid
Lasciviousness, and to prevent Adultery!
- ....a COLORS - DECORATIONS:
Moreover, the colors and patterns of such outergarments should be
of duller, drab tints and of the more camouflaging decorations, for
this is God's Natural plan for the females of all species.
(EXCEPTIONS may be given to Showgirls, and some latitude to
marriagable maidens so that they might be able to attract a mate.)
- ....b PANTS AND SLACKS (breeches)
are not to be worn by women (except, perhaps, as underwear), as
these were appointed to the men in the Scriptures (Exodus 28:42-43,
39:27-28; Leviticus 6:10, 16:4; Ezekiel 44:18) and have been
ascribed to men by tradition down through the centuries--see
Transvestism under Mosaic Taboos. Moroever, women's pants
almost always tend to be too form fitting and are all too often
more see-thru than common descency ought to allow--see
Lasciviousness under Mosaic Taboos.
- UNDERWEAR:
While women's outerwear is to be loose fitting and of the duller,
drab colors and camouflaging designs, her fine linens or lingerie
is a different story. In the Holy Scriptures we find these to be
of bright colors, such as Scarlet and Purple (Proverbs 31:21-22),
and made of the softer, silkier kinds of fabrics (Proverbs 31:22;
Ezekiel 16:10, 13), as well as of the more bright and eye catching
designs with lace and frills like a budding flower opening itself
for pollination (Psalms 45:9, 13-14; Proverbs 31:22; Ezekiel
16:10, 13)--thus as an aid to procreation. Consequently, great
care must be taken by women to cover up their underwear, as being
seen in it is considered an invitation to intercourse (Genesis
38:15-16; II Samuel 11:2-4)!
- ....a SWIM WEAR:
unfortunately, despite its modern popularity, the wearing of
two-piece, and even most tailored and form-fitting one piece,
swimsuits is much more close to underwear than that of outerwear
and should NOT be worn by Our women in public, to avoid indescent
exposure, Lasciviousness, and Adultery! (Old tank-suits or
shorts and blouse are more appropripate for public and mixed
gender swimming.)
- ....b BREAST SUPPORTS:
rather than following the wicked women of the world in the
banning of the bra movement (and appearing flat-chested, like
men), the Holy Scriptures do set forth support for the
enhancement of this female attribute--and the fancy brassiere
(or even corsette) is more than appropriate (Proverbs 5:18-19;
Song of Solomon 8:8-10).
- ...d FOR NOBLES (Heraldry):
Certain styles, marks, patterns, and colors are reserved exclusively
for Nobles and their attendants, such as surcoats and coats of arms
(etc.), as distinguishing signs of noblemen fashions or heraldry.
Consequently, the tallit or prayer shawl may only be worn in Our
Congregations by Our own members--with Tribesmen appropriately
marked with Tribal bearings and symbols at the bottom. (Genesis
49:3-28; Exodus 28:17-21, 39:10-13; Deuteronomy 33:6-25)
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