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Post by divash on Nov 22, 2007 16:17:40 GMT -5
I found this website while doing some research about head covering in cancer/alopecia patients, sun-sensitive individuals, and in various religions. I'm a coverer for religious reasons, but am not a Baptist (or Christian). My goals here are to discuss the many different reasons for covering head, hair, and/or bodies (modest clothing, and what that entails for various people, whatever their reasons for clothing themselves modestly). I do NOT intend to try to convince anyone to take up my religion, to abandon their own religion, or to agree with me in anything or everything, and I have faith that others here, all of whom are good people if I can judge accurately by reading the posts, will offer me the same respect. Let me know soon if as a non-Christian you would rather not have me here, and I will leave respectfully, since I don't like to intrude upon those who would be made uncomfortable by me. It's your group, and I realize that I'm a guest at most, and I'm good with that.  |
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Post by Tammy on Nov 22, 2007 18:11:17 GMT -5
Welcome to the board! I hope you profit from your time spent here. My family and I live in Guatemala, but we are from Texas. I cover for religious reasons, as do most if not all the others on the board. You are welcome here, and we look forward to getting to know you more. Tammy |
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Post by divash on Nov 22, 2007 18:44:28 GMT -5
Thank you for the kind welcome, Danielzrib. If you're celebrating it today, happy Thanksgiving.
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Post by anabean on Nov 22, 2007 21:26:39 GMT -5
 Welcome! Glad you decided to join! Hopefully you can find what you are looking for here... A Warm Mennonite Welcome To You!
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Post by prv31wife on Nov 26, 2007 20:20:27 GMT -5
Hello! I choose to cover because the Lord has convicted me to do this according God's Word in I Corinthians 11:1-15. The same thing goes for dressing modestly as it is in God's Word. This is something I want to do instead of something I have to do. I had a hard time in the beginning of my covering journey distiguishing the difference between the two.
As far a non-Christian being here that would be up to the list owners. I think as long as you have read and understand our stand on various issues I don't think there would be a problem.
Have a blessed week!
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Post by Brother Ben on Nov 27, 2007 13:53:32 GMT -5
Dear Divash,
Please forgive my prolonged response to your request to be here among us on the discussion board. Let me extend to you a kind word of welcome and it is my prayer that you will be blessed in your understanding of why we believe in the veiling and its application to Christian sisters and it's relationship to our understanding of God and His headship authority in the life of believers.
This is a practice that is not common in typical "American" Christianity, but we believe it to be scriptural and that is why we have made a place to teach on this and other important Bible truthes. Our board is a kind of home for these type of believer, and curious neighbors like yourself.
In Christ,
Bro. Ben
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Post by divash on Nov 29, 2007 12:08:00 GMT -5
Thanks so much, everyone, for this warm welcome. I look forward to getting to know all of you through your posts. Even if I don't reply, I'm reading! Ben (I hope it's okay that I don't call you Brother -- since I'm not a Christ-believer, and I suspect Brother/Sister are short for Brother/Sister In Christ, I don't want to claim the title to which I don't have a right)... I'm especially looking forward to examining the differences and similarities between my reasons for covering and the reasons that others here have for covering. I found an answer of yours in another threat, but for some reason there was no Reply button. I wanted to ask a follow-up question. You addressed the fact that undertrousers (for warmth and so on) aren't a problem as long as they're covered by a skirt. My tradition holds the same standard -- the idea is to cover the area where the legs meet, and down to the knee, but the lower leg may or may not be exposed. How does your tradition feel about attire such as a salwar kameez? Here's a link to the first salwar kameez image I found on Google. www.wholesale-beadedjewelry.com/image/salwar_kameez/CFSK-6.jpg I wouldn't suggest all the bright color or fancy embroidery, but just the general cut of the attire: a very long tunic/dress over a pair of loose trousers. It covers the place where the legs meet, allows freedom of movement, and will keep the legs warm in the winter (and a lot more covered than form-fitting socks or sheer stockings, even in summer). These can be made of any fabric, from lightest silk to heaviest wool or fleece. What would your tradition say about an outfit of this general style (again, without the fancy embroidery, just a very plain salwar kameez)? Would the answer change depending on whether the member of your religious community were born in the US or Canada, versus in, say, India or Saudi Arabia? |
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Post by mandy on Nov 29, 2007 12:17:53 GMT -5
Welcome Divash. I also am a newcomer.
My name is Mandy. I am new to covering and do so not only because I believe it is an act of obedience but also because I want to. I look forward to getting to know you as well.
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Post by benshelpmeet on Nov 29, 2007 13:39:27 GMT -5
Welcome!
We are glad to have you here. I hope you will be blessed here as you read the post and fellowship with the good people here on this site. I hope we can be an encouragment to you.
Your new friend, ~ Darlene ~
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Post by benshelpmeet on Nov 29, 2007 17:31:51 GMT -5
Dear Divash,
We would consider bloomers to be and under garment, a type of under ware, like a slip, or camisole, etc. This garment is not to be seen by others. We like for our dress to cover up our under garments.
The garment you show here looks possibly a little form fitting or snug across the chest. We prefer a loose fitting double layer to smooth out the chest area. The garment you show here would not be something I would want to wear.Quote: Would the answer change depending on whether the member of your religious community were born in the US or Canada, versus in, say, India or Saudi Arabia? No, I do not believe the answer would change depending on where we are from. Modesty is modesty. People are different from person to person. Some yield to the teachings of Christ more than others. Some are growing in their knowledge of Christs teachings, we are all at different places in our walk, but any honest christian truly seeking to be pleasing to the Lord will study His Holy Word and try to follow it to the best of their ability and understanding.1Timothy 2:9 In like manner also, that women adorn themselves in modest apparel, with shamefacedness and sobriety; not with broided hair, or gold, or pearls, or costly array; Hope your having a nice day!
It is nice that you have found our site and are posting your thoughts. I hope we make sense and are helpful.
Your new friend, ~ Darlene ~
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Post by George on Nov 29, 2007 19:23:45 GMT -5
Divash please let me tell you that Christianity is NOT a religion despite the label we have been given by the world. I believe a lot of people call Christianity a "religion" because they are ignorant of what Christianity really is.
Christianity is a relationship. We have a relationship with our Creator through His Son, Christ Jesus. We have advantages no other "religion" in the world has. We have the promise of eternal life for starters. Actually that could be starters and "enders." We have a Saviour who not only forgives us all our transgressions, He loves us.
Unlike the religions of the world, we know for certainty where we are going when we leave this world. In fact if the world as we know it were to end today we know where we are going. We are going HOME. You see, our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ has promised us a mansion in His Father's house that will last us for eternity.
Many people in the world struggle with the idea of what life is about and what happens when they die. We do not struggle with either of those concepts. We are assured that life is about serving our Saviour and death is but something that happens to our fleshly bodies. We are living eternal life at the present time. Once we accept Jesus Christ as our personal Saviour we are saved. At that very instant we begin to live eternal life. Our bodies may perish but we shall live on for all eternity with our beloved Saviour.
In Christ,
George
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Post by kscarle on Dec 1, 2007 11:05:14 GMT -5
Very good reply Bro. George. I also would like to add that Bible teaching does not mean the same as tradition. Traditionally the women in my family wear pants and are matriarchal, but scripturally, I am to dress differently and be in submission. Deut. 22:5, 1 Corinthians 14, 1 Timothy 2, Titus 2
I was in a "religion" before I was saved that claimed Christianity, but ordained women as pastors, bishop and such...I was involved in alot of this, I was ignorant in the guise of Christianity. I didn't realize I was a sinner because they told me God understands that things are different and the Bible was for a certain time...They were liars ...My God changes not, I have repented for my part of it and now am saved....I do not know what many other countries think of Jesus Christ but I know he can save those from all nations, and lands. Romans 10
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Post by brommd on Dec 2, 2007 3:24:32 GMT -5
Divash please let me tell you that Christianity is NOT a religion despite the label we have been given by the world. I believe a lot of people call Christianity a "religion" because they are ignorant of what Christianity really is. Christianity is a relationship. We have a relationship with our Creator through His Son, Christ Jesus. We have advantages no other "religion" in the world has. We have the promise of eternal life for starters. Actually that could be starters and "enders." We have a Saviour who not only forgives us all our transgressions, He loves us. Unlike the religions of the world, we know for certainty where we are going when we leave this world. In fact if the world as we know it were to end today we know where we are going. We are going HOME. You see, our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ has promised us a mansion in His Father's house that will last us for eternity. Many people in the world struggle with the idea of what life is about and what happens when they die. We do not struggle with either of those concepts. We are assured that life is about serving our Saviour and death is but something that happens to our fleshly bodies. We are living eternal life at the present time. Once we accept Jesus Christ as our personal Saviour we are saved. At that very instant we begin to live eternal life. Our bodies may perish but we shall live on for all eternity with our beloved Saviour. In Christ, George Amen! To whit I would only add: Acts 17:28 For in him we live, and move, and have our being; as certain also of your own poets have said, For we are also his offspring. Take Georges post print it, frame it and commit it to memory! Thats money in the bank!! (for lack of a better phrase). |
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Post by allglorytogod on Mar 6, 2008 1:35:33 GMT -5
Dear Divash
I've read many of your posts. I noticed you were " logged in " a day or two ago.
I've had you in my thoughts and prayers. I've prayed to God that He would " soften " your heart and " open your eyes " to the Truth concerning Jesus.
I Timothy 2 : 5, 6
5- For there is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus;
6- Who gave himself a ransom for all, to be testified in due time.
John 14 : 6
Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.
Matthew 10 : 33
But whosoever shall deny me before men, him will I also deny before my Father which is in heaven.
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Post by allglorytogod on May 21, 2008 15:56:39 GMT -5
Dear Divash ... I have a question ... and I ask it with ' meekness, kindness, friendliness and respectfully ' ... Are you a ' Believer ' or a ' Non-Believer ' today ?
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