Dictionary of Bible Themes 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. Songs 1:10-11Possession and use of various ornaments show wealth See also Ornaments used to beautify Genesis 37:3,23,322 Samuel 1:24 Jeremiah 2:32 Genesis 35:4 Exodus 32:2-3 Rings, ear-rings and nose rings Judges 8:24Esther 8:8 Proverbs 25:12 Isaiah 3:19,21 Ezekiel 16:12 Luke 15:22 James 2:2 Genesis 24:22; 41:42 Proverbs 1:9 Bracelets and gold chains Ezekiel 16:11Daniel 5:29 Exodus 28:33-35 Bells Exodus 3:22Ornaments plundered from Egypt Isaiah 3:16The misuse of ornaments for pride and seduction See also Ezekiel 23:40,42Hosea 2:13 Genesis 24:53 Ornaments as gifts See also Genesis 24:22Job 42:11 Ezekiel 16:11-13 Adornment as a picture of God's love See also Isaiah 61:10Luke 15:22 Genesis 41:42 Ornaments as symbols of authority See also 2 Samuel 1:10Esther 3:10 Daniel 5:29 Exodus 33:4-6 Ornaments discarded See also In mourning Ezekiel 26:16Exodus 32:2-4 See also To make idols Judges 8:24-27Exodus 35:22 See also As offerings to God Numbers 31:501 Peter 3:3-4 Inner, not outer, adornment encouraged See also 4336 iron4345 metalworkers 5141 cheeks 5145 clothing 5171 nose 5177 robes 5252 chariots 5280 crown 5660 bridegroom 5779 advice 8808 riches |
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