1 Corinthians 11:7
A man ought not to cover his head, since he is the image and glory of God; but the woman is the glory of man.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of 1 Corinthians 11:7?

2. How does 1 Corinthians 11:7 reflect God's design for men and women?

3. What does "man is the image and glory of God" signify?

4. How does Genesis 1:27 connect with 1 Corinthians 11:7's teaching?

5. How can men today honor being "the image and glory of God"?

6. How should women understand their role in light of 1 Corinthians 11:7?

7. Why does 1 Corinthians 11:7 say man is the image and glory of God, not woman?

8. How does 1 Corinthians 11:7 align with the concept of gender equality in Christianity?

9. What historical context influenced Paul's writing in 1 Corinthians 11:7?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Corinthians 11?

11. Is woman the glory of man?

12. Is woman the glory of man?

13. In 1 Corinthians 11:3–10, how can the requirement for women to cover their heads be reconciled with the claim that there is “no male and female” in Galatians 3:28?

14. Why does the Bible say women must cover their heads when praying (1 Corinthians 11:5-6)?
Discussion Questions
1. How does understanding the cultural context of Corinth help us interpret Paul's instructions about head coverings?

2. In what ways can men today reflect the image and glory of God in their daily lives?

3. How can women embrace their role as the glory of man while maintaining their identity in Christ?

4. What are some modern-day applications of the principle of headship in family and church settings?

5. How do the creation accounts in Genesis inform our understanding of gender roles in 1 Corinthians 11:7?1. How does Paul's discussion on headship apply to the modern-day church?

2. What do you understand by the concept of following traditions in the church?

3. How do we ensure our conduct during worship is appropriate and respectful?

4. What does the practice of the Lord's Supper mean to you?

5. How should we approach the Lord's Supper in light of Paul's warnings?

6. How can we cultivate unity and mutual respect during communal gatherings?

7. What are some of the ways we can examine ourselves before partaking in the Lord's Supper?

8. How does Paul's discussion on the distinctions between men and women in worship relate to your cultural or societal context?

9. In what ways can the church address issues of division and selfishness during communal gatherings?

10. How can we, as individuals and as a church community, ensure we are following Christ's example?

11. What do the concepts of headship and authority mean in your personal life?

12. How can we balance tradition with progress in the church?

13. How can Paul's discussion on propriety in worship inform our church's policies and practices?

14. How can we apply Paul's teachings on the Lord's Supper in our Christian walk?

15. What lessons can we learn from Paul's rebuke of the Corinthians' behavior during the Lord's Supper?

16. How should the concept of headship influence our relationships within the Christian community?

17. In what ways can the Lord's Supper foster unity in a diverse church community?

18. What steps can we take to ensure we are observing the Lord's Supper in a worthy manner?

19. How can Paul's admonitions in this chapter be applied to other aspects of Christian life and conduct?

20. What does self-examination look like in a practical sense before partaking in the Lord's Supper?

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