Bible Question:
Leviticus 19:28 says "you shall not make any cuttings in your flesh for the dead,nor tattoo any marks on you: I am the Lord." What does "for the dead" mean? Does it mean you can get a tattoo if it's glorifing the Lord? |
Bible Answer: The way in which it is stated, is that you should not get any tattoos, period. Markings for the dead refer to carvings, piercings, and mutilation to honor ancestors or passed love ones. Tattoos were looked upon as a pagan rituals and therefore would not be used to honor God. One thing you may want to note is that this passage however was taken out of the old testament before Christ. Many of the works stated in Leviticus 19 was before Grace. For example, not being able to shave your sideburns or beard. Clearly we do not practice that law today. Try looking for other passages regarding this topic in the New Testament, that would be your best guide. |