What does the Bible say about growing a beard?

The most clear biblical passage to condone beards comes from Leviticus (19:27): “You shall not cut the hair on the sides of your heads, neither shall you clip off the edge of your beard.” To cut off another man’s beard, according to Samuel (10:4) is an outrage.

Is it a sin for a man to shave his face?

In fact, God specifically instructs His people to shave as part of the cleansing process for those infected with leprosy (Leviticus 13:33). When a man ends his Nazarite vow, he is instructed to shave (Numbers 6:18). If simply removing hair is a sin, why does God command His people to do it?

What is happening in Leviticus 19?

The chapter penalises adulterous relations between a free man and a married female slave (20-22), and restricts the use of fruit from young trees (23-25). The chapter closes with a variety of other regulations on several subjects (26-36) and a general instruction to obey all of God’s commands (37).

What does Leviticus 19 verse 19 say about shaving?

Discussion for Leviticus 19:27. this verse has nothing to do with the hair on your head. leviticus 19:27 forbids the cutting of sideburns or shaving of beards. we are all created in His image. shaving is a form of desecrating our bodies, which is a sign of disrespect to God.

Where can I find the commentary on Leviticus 19?

“Commentary on Leviticus 19:27”. “The Adam Clarke Commentary”. https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/acc/leviticus-19.html. 1832. Probably the miscellaneous laws collected here were decisions or warnings given by Moses in cases where there was some doubt about what was right or wrong.

What does Leviticus 19 say about the corners of the heads?

Benson Commentary Leviticus 19:27. The corners of your heads — That is, your temples; ye shall not cut off the hair of your heads round about your temples.

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