Bible Question: I'd like to throw this question out to those more versed in the Scriptures than myself. Is there anywhere in the Bible that says that the father (or parents)is(are)the head of the child? I've never found it and from my understanding of what headship is it seems that the use of the term wouldn't quite fit. If anyone knows if it is anywhere in there could you let me know? |
Bible Answer: I don't know of any place that says this. However, there are a few things that should be considered. First of all, children are commanded to "obey" their parents. This infers that both parents have authority over the child. It should be noted, though, that the word here is "child" and not "son" or "daughter". Sons and daughters, while they are children, are subject to the authority of their parents and are commanded to obey them. However, when those sons and daugthers enter adulthood, they are no longer subject to that command. Even then, though, one of the 10 commandments in Exodus 20 is to "honor" your parents, irrespective of what age you happen to be. Father and mothers are never given any such command with regard to their children, except the command to fathers to "not embitter their children." |
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