Dictionary of Bible Themes Dictionary of Bible Themes » 5000 Humanity » 5760 Human attitudes and behaviour » 5915 ornaments The use of jewellery and other adornments is not forbidden in Scripture, but excessive use can indicate worldliness. Inner spiritual adornment is of greater value. Possession and use of various ornaments show wealth Ornaments used to beautify Songs 1:10-11 See also Genesis 37:3,23,32; 2 Samuel 1:24; Jeremiah 2:32 Rings, ear-rings and nose rings Genesis 35:4; Exodus 32:2-3; Judges 8:24; Esther 8:8; Proverbs 25:12; Isaiah 3:19,21; Ezekiel 16:12; Luke 15:22; James 2:2 Bracelets and gold chains Genesis 24:22; Genesis 41:42; Proverbs 1:9; Ezekiel 16:11; Daniel 5:29 Bells Ornaments plundered from Egypt The misuse of ornaments for pride and seduction Isaiah 3:16 See also Ezekiel 23:40,42; Hosea 2:13 Ornaments as gifts Genesis 24:53 See also Genesis 24:22; Job 42:11 Adornment as a picture of God's love Ezekiel 16:11-13 See also Isaiah 61:10; Luke 15:22 Ornaments as symbols of authority Genesis 41:42 See also 2 Samuel 1:10; Esther 3:10; Daniel 5:29 Ornaments discarded In mourning Exodus 33:4-6 See also Ezekiel 26:16 To make idols Exodus 32:2-4 See also Judges 8:24-27 As offerings to God Exodus 35:22 See also Numbers 31:50 Inner, not outer, adornment encouraged See also
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