Donate. Every time someone selects or designs a tattoo then spends an hour or more getting “inked,” he or she is connecting strongly to the subject in question and might be enslaved to a sin represented by that image. Will Honeycutt writing over at Crosswalk.com takes a closer look at Leviticus 19:28 in his effort to answer the question “Should Christians Get Tattoos?” A new heart also will I give you, and a new spirit will I put within you: and I will take away the stony heart out of your flesh, and I will give you an heart of flesh. If fresh ink is not used, then the last person who was tattooed who had any kind of transmittable disease could leave behind that virus or bacteria. Any publicly visible image makes that image and associated ideas famous. A believer has the opportunity to use a tattoo to declare Christ’s name, but Christians without tattoos are identifiable without ink on their skin. God directed His people to disassociate themselves from Canaanite traditions such as slashing their bodies as a way to “mourn their dead.” What about designing beautiful markings in honor of loved ones who have passed on? Only he who believes that Jesus is the Son of God. It depends on who you ask. Basically, I went through a lot of pain to look cool. We must be sure that we do not despise them nor look down on them, but rather welcome and love them and gently teach them the ways of the Lord. For ye are bought with a price: therefore glorify God in your body, and in your spirit, which are God’s. I've seen several references by Christian tattooers who claim Isaiah 44 and Ezekiel 9 are examples of God-ordained tattoos in the Bible. Surprising to me, the Lord started working on restraining me from being critical and dealing with me because of what was coming out of my mouth before He dealt with delivering me from the tobacco addiction. Obtaining a tattoo can spark gospel-centered conversation and act as a missional ice-breaker but is not as compelling as a heart changed by Jesus. Certainly, when we are babes in the Lord and do not know the Word, we may be deceived and sin. For example, the Bible does not say, “Thou shall not gamble” but we understand that this activity is not what a godly person does. God looks on the heart and can use different things to testify of Christ’s love, even tattoos. 1 Corinthians 3:16-17. in Matthew 24:3-5 the Lord, himself warned us that deception would be affecting many right before He returned. During the time I was praying and seeking God about this the Lord led me to Scriptures such as 1 Corinthians 6:19: “Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? Dear Lord, I come to you in the name of my Lord Jesus Christ and I do want to please you and know the truth about tattoos, as well as any other area in my life that does not agree with the Word of God. Hosea 4:6a says, “My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge.” Many have not been taught nor grounded in the Word of God. In those days there was no king in Israel: every man did that which was right in his own eyes. Listen to 365 Important Audio Bible Readings, Download/Read Foreign Bibles by YouVersion, Inspirational Bible Study Books in Paperback and Kindle Editions, Complimentary Overcoming Life Series Bible Study Downloads, The Influence of the Bible in American Culture, What the Bible Says about Christian Marriage – Choosing a Mate. When one’s body is marked by trials, God uses those scars to point out His Sovereign touch — His ultimate healing. Does the Bible say anything at all about tattoos? The New Testament does not specifically command against tattoos or body piercings, but it also does not give us any reason to believe God would have us get tattoos or body piercings. However, if the tattoo bothers you and you cannot cover it, you can have it removed by laser surgery. It is very important to look at the various verses that talk about the issue of tattoo before deciding whether to get one or not. He told me I was doing more damage with my mouth, than the damage that was being done to my body by the unhealthy habit of smoking. Yes, God does look at our motives and our hearts but He also tells us the unsanctified heart is wicked and needs cleansing so we all can line up with His Word. Tattoos on one’s body is like graffiti on a wall. (Click here to read the article What Does the Bible Say about Smoking?) I am asking you to reveal to me the truth about this and deliver me from all deceiving lies that I may have embraced by my ignorance of your Word and your commandments. As often is the case, many Christians are divided over the issue, especially Christians who follow a more liberal denomination. That’s it. The youth of this day want a real cause to live and die for. When the Lord created man and woman and placed them in the garden along with His other creations. God sees the heart, and our motivation for anything we do should be to glorify God (1 Corinthians 10:31). What does the Bible say about tattoos? Wait, there’s more. In fact, I’m grateful that the man who did my tattoo wouldn’t do what I originally wanted. Some people teach that the Mark of the Beast will be a number tattooed on the forehead or the hand. Self-mutilation is dangerous and can lead to significant health problems. It’s important and biblical to support one another, but that support always begins in Christ; we have nothing to give without Him. One of the most wonderful things about receiving the Lord is that He wants to deliver us from the outward things that we think we need in order to feel good about ourselves. Flee from sexual immorality. I chose the scar. Some commentators say the statement forbidding tattoos only refers to pagan customs for the dead. Like an image hung on one’s living room wall, body art sends a message about personal values. After I was touched by the Lord I was told by a friend that body piercing and tattoos were wrong because the Bible said so. Jesus died for us all and God raised Him from the dead so that our sins can be forgiven and that we may be cleansed of our iniquities. Only a few people have the money to have them removed by laser. Bible verses about Tattoos. Looking at these scriptures in the Bible, God could not make His stand on tattoos any clearer. All rights reserved. Therefore honor God with your bodies.” (1 Corinthians 6:19-20). Is it ok for a Christian teenager to have a tattoo even if it has a Christian message? Conclusion The Bible verses can be interpreted different ways, and it is not clear whether or not getting a tattoo would violate any Bible teaching. Then shall ye remember your own evil ways, and your doings that were not good, and shall lothe yourselves in your own sight for your iniquities and for your abominations. People sometimes self-injure themselves for the same reasons they get tattoos: the pain is part of how they cope with difficulty or feel a sense of power for a short period of time. Matthew 24:3-5. But what is important is that we always take the time to pray for guidance from the Lord. And Jesus answered and said unto them, Take heed that no man deceive you. We know that the sin of smoking is a sin against the body, just as is the sin of marking our bodies with tattoos because we are admonished in the Bible that our body is the temple of the Holy Spirit. However, just because society approves of something does not make it right in God’s eyes. Deuteronomy 14:1. I am the LORD.” If your loved ones are not Christians, they may or may not care that God specifically addressed this issue in the Bible. Anyway, I feel this is more a “meat offered to idols” issue. However, well-meaning people can be deceived in their methods of evangelism. Wise Christians weigh their motives. 1, 1994, p. 150). I am the Lord. This is a very controversial topic that often comes up among Christians is whether or not they should get tatoos or ink on their body. The bottom line is that the Bible does not clearly define tattoos and body piercing as a sin. If anyone destroys God’s temple, God will destroy him; for God’s temple is sacred, and you are that temple.”. His grace and love are so amazing. Amen. The Bible makes no specific reference to tattoos as we understand them in modern times. What does Bible say about cremation? Actually, yes the Bible does address the subject of tattoos. Some Christians argue that they have the name Jesus or some Biblical word or sign tattooed on their body so they can witness by the tattoo. We found Leviticus 19:28: “Do not cut your bodies for the dead or put tattoo marks on yourselves. Cutting and even some methods of tattooing are associated with punishment throughout the ages in many cultures, whether self-inflicted or as a means of torture by others. Should Christians really get tattoos? When I was in high school I really wanted to get a tattoo and a body piercing. So if it’s good enough for Jesus… Back to Leviticus… “Do not cut your bodies for the dead, and do not mark your skin with tattoos. Each person supporting or abolishing tattoo have his or her reasons which can be backed by some Biblical evidence. Ephesians 6:1-24 ESV / 14 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful. If any man defile the temple of God, him shall God destroy; for the temple of God is holy, which temple ye are. There is nothing wrong with being an art lover. So Old Testament (OT) verses need to be understood in view of the additional knowledge we have in the New Testament (NT). – Contributed by a young Christian girl who asked to remain anonymous. Over the last 50 years tattoos have grown increasingly more popular, amongst both men and women. When some of the “Kingly” leadership (leaders in the church) are not speaking out truth in the church about cultural issues that are not biblical, people begin doing what they each feel is right in their own eyes. The heart is deceitful above all things, and desperately wicked: who can know it? The context of the Bible verse must be considered, as well as the language, grammar, and history. When people tattoo their bodies they are tampering with what the Lord said was very good the way He made it. The Bible does not say anything about tattoos as we know them today. We need to be true mothers and fathers to them. God loves us, and even when we make mistakes in poor judgment, He doesn’t condemn us, but rather tries to help overcome the consequences of those mistakes. In fact, I was surprised to see in certain parts of Scripture that women wore nose rings in the Old Testament. This is what makes it spiritually dangerous for people. Listen to a single verse or a selection of inspirational verses. Because the Bible says you shall not tattoo yourselves, I am the Lord! Here is a further look into what the Bible says about tattoos. Others have pointed to verses such as 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 as prohibitive of things such as piercings or tattoos. 1. We talked about the process of injecting ink into the skin with a special machine as an artistic expression. You shall not make any cuts on your body for the dead or tattoo yourselves, I am the Lord! Over time tattoos stretch, fade, and began to look very bad. Some young people are having them done in defiance and rebellion to their parent’s wishes because they want to be like their friends. In this article we will consider the three parts of God’s law in Leviticus 19:28 as it refers to tattoos: “cuttings in your flesh;” “for the dead;” and “print marks” to try and establish a biblical stance for Christians today. A good tattoo is a work of art, no different from a beautiful painting. (Leviticus 19:28) So if you have tattoos, it’s time to go under the laser and get those puppies removed! Lev. This would include not marring our bodies with tattoos, as the principles in the Bible clearly tell us it is wrong to defile our bodies. I felt that it was wrong for me to have pierced and tattooed my body, especially because of the reasons behind both – vanity and pride. Some tattoos are obviously Satanic as they look devilish, while others may be flowers or innocent looking names or objects but it is the spirit behind this compromise that makes it dangerous for a Christian. The Bible makes no specific reference to tattoos as we understand them in modern times. Toy makers today even sell washable ink transfer kits so children can mark their bodies with designs. “No matter the type of brokenness — physical or mental — Christian identity is found not in a diagnosis, but instead in our position as redeemed children of God" (Romans 8:16–17). I know some will have a hard time receiving this teaching because tattooing has now become an accepted practice in our society. I believe, however, that nose rings were common in their culture, just as common as earrings have been in American culture for a long time. I want to be like You, Lord, so I am trusting You to cleanse me now and reveal Your truth to me about this matter, as well as any other area in my life that is not pleasing to You, so I can be a good witness for You in this earth. We know of many people who have said to us that they wish they had not been foolish when they were young as now they must live with the reminder of what they did when they were immature and foolish. Bible verses related to Tattoos And Piercings from the King James Version (KJV) by Relevance - Sort By Book Order Leviticus 19:28 - Ye shall not make any cuttings in your flesh for the dead, nor print any marks upon you: I [am] the LORD. One such example is the topic about tattoos and body piercing, which many Christians believe is wrong according to the Holy Writ. We all need to repent and follow the Lord. You are not your own; you were bought at a price. In either case, getting a tattoo is an act of unbelief. Our past is under the blood of Jesus and the sins and mistakes of the past will not hinder our God in our serving Him. What? For ye are bought with a price: therefore glorify God in your body, and in your spirit, which are God’s. Gifted experts have turned many scars into beautiful works of art, but Christians have to ask themselves whether those tattoos activate a sense of inner strength or remind them of God’s powerful grip on them during times of darkness and pain. Our 16-year-old daughter is pestering us to death to allow her to get a “tasteful” tattoo (small red rose) on the back of her shoulder. God will use any of us when we come out of the world and start serving Him with our whole hearts to do His will. Actually, yes the Bible does address the subject of tattoos. I was living a sinful, ungodly life and then I found the Lord. Just because a person has had a tattoo, it will not prevent God from using people to witness, nor keep them from being a minister of God. Proverbs 12:15, Every way of a man is right in his own eyes: but the LORD pondereth the hearts. Shortly after I got my tattoo, I realized that a lot more people from many different groups of society were getting body piercings and tattoos. Judges 21:25, The way of the fool is right in his own eyes:  but he that hearkeneth unto counsel is wise. Here is a further look into what the Bible says about tattoos. Dear Lord, I come to you in the name of my Lord Jesus Christ and I do want to please you and know the truth about tattoos, as well as any other area in my life that does not agree with the Word of God. Many tattoos have evil and witchcraft  themes that are portrayed as devil faces, skulls, ugly demonic signs, vulgar pictures, etc. Some people object to using Old Testament scripture as a reference to tattoos since the New Testament doesn’t speak of these things. Answer: The current popularity of the tattoo makes it a valid issue demanding a Christian, Biblical response. Yes, we must speak the truth in love, but let us make sure we are loving them and not condemning them. Candice Lucey loves Christ and writing about His promises brings her much pleasure. Therefore, there is not the same reasons behind Rebekah wearing a nose ring as someone in America might have today. Who is it that overcomes the world? Leviticus 19:28 KJV. Talking to a loved one, keeping a shrine to the deceased, making a shrine of one’s body by way of a tattoo: this is idolatry. Most people are not happy with the way they look so they seek ways that will cause them to feel better about themselves or cause others to accept them. I know the Lord has forgiven me. I believe the Lord in the days ahead will remove them by doing a miracle for those who ask Him. In defense of tattoos, we now understand that the image of God is a spiritual one conveyed as “salt and light.” (Matthew 5:13-16) Marking one’s body is not necessarily vandalism. This is the victory that has overcome the world, even our faith. Paul writes “let all bitterness and wrath and anger and clamor and slander be put away from you, along with all malice” (Ephesians 4:31). However, in the New Testament we are even called to a higher law. So what does the Bible say about tattoos? The Bible does report instances of faithful servants of God burying their dead. The prohibitions of tattoos and piercings fell under this category meaning there is a chance that it no longer applies to today's modern context. Soon we are also going to be seeing a great revival among the youth of the world. The Bible actually only explicitly mentions body modifications once and nothing about present day tattoos. Satanic tattoos, skin heads and other cultic rites are opening many of our children to demonization. The Bible says in I Peter 2:8, “He is the Stone that some will stumble over, and the Rock that will make them fall.” They will stumble because they will not listen to God’s Word, nor obey it, and so this punishment must follow, that they will fall. The Bible actually only explicitly mentions body modifications once and nothing about present day tattoos. At the outset, it’s crucial that we consider several factors when interpreting the Bible. 19:28 says, “Do not cut your bodies for the dead or put tattoo marks on yourselves. However, it is not necessary to use any worldly thing to attract sinners. Question: "What does the Bible say about body piercings?" Now, about five years after I got my tattoo I have a scar where my body piercing was and a tattoo that I wish I didn’t have. A person who desires a tattoo to garner attention or draw admiration has a vain, sinful focus on self. Wise Christians weigh their motives. Therefore honor God with your body.”, I was also convicted by 1 Corinthians 3:16: “Don’t you know that you yourselves are God’s temple and that God’s Spirit lives in you? “For at one time you were darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. The Lord loves you, so do not come under any condemnation, just pray over them and ask the Lord to remove any spiritual influences denoted by the tattoo and He will do it. Years ago our young boys in the military had to go to foreign lands to get a tattoo, now tattoo parlors are everywhere because our nation here in the USA has opened its doors to many heathen practices and false religions. I got a navel piercing and tattoo just to be different and cool. We couldn’t find anything that directly said you should not pierce your body. Some commentators say the statement forbidding tattoos only refers to pagan customs for the dead. Thus, the question, what does the Holy Writ say about tattoos, is always left either unanswered or vaguely answered. 7 Questions You Should Ask before Getting a Tattoo, California - Do Not Sell My Personal Information. 16 Bible Verses about Piercings And Tattoos Leviticus 19:28 ESV / 202 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful You shall not make any cuts on your body for the dead or tattoo yourselves: I am the Lord . I am the Lord.”. For example although the Bible does not say, “Thou shalt not smoke” or “Drug addiction is bad for you;” we know that these things are destructive to the human body. ... (KJV) (37) Nay, ... That would mean that, if we use the verse to say God Forbids tattoos, that God also forbids a good rare steak and the use of silk PJs with wool socks. When we pray and witness to others the Lord will cause them to listen when we are totally committed to the Lord. Is Christ number one? They put nails in His hands and pierced His side. What does the Bible say about tattoos? After a few years I got sick of my body piercing because so many other people were doing the same thing. Jeremiah 17:9, Then will I sprinkle clean water upon you, and ye shall be clean: from all your filthiness, and from all your idols, will I cleanse you. Christians can look at someone who has tattoos all over them and know by discernment that it is not God, but the same Christians may get a small tattoo themselves or allow their children to have one without thinking anything about it. Copyright (c) 2013 – Christ Unlimited Ministries – https://BibleResources.org, If this message has been a blessing to you and you would like to see more like them posted on this site, you can help make this possible by your gifts to Christ Unlimited Ministries. We are called to love and pray for them and help them avoid making some of the mistakes we have made in our own walk with the Lord. Every sin that a man doeth is without the body; but he that committeth fornication sinneth against his own body. And the evening and the morning were the sixth day.” When the Lord created the human body, He pronounced that the way He created it was very good. Flee fornication. As often is the case, many Christians are divided over the issue, especially Christians who follow a more liberal denomination. Leviticus 19:28. These are the view of the man on the tattoo but what then does the Bible say about it? Let no man deceive himself. Not only Aids, but Hepatitis as well, has been traced to tattoo ink and needle contamination. Therefore tattooing, cutting one’s body and shaving one’s head in defiance have their origin in witchcraft practices. Take no part in the unfruitful works of darkness, but instead expose them.” Self-harm says “Christ’s sacrifice wasn’t enough. Bible verses related to Tattoos Body Piercings from the King James Version (KJV) by Relevance - Sort By Book Order Leviticus 19:28 - Ye shall not make any cuttings in your flesh for the dead, nor print any marks upon you: I [am] the LORD. We gratefully receive donations to fund the sharing of the gospel through this site. Our society at large, also approves of abortion and divorce as well. Proverbs 16:2. Is God okay with Christians having tattoos? These are difficult and controversial questions in the body of Christ and many believers struggle, wondering if getting a tattoo is a sin. Thank you for Your love, mercy and grace toward me. Is it ok for a Christian teenager to have a tattoo even if it has a Christian message? Having tattoos on our bodies does not glorify God. This means we are to take care of it and not yield to sins that would desecrate or damage our bodies. So, I ended up getting something I thought I would want for the rest of my life on my ankle. We will all need God’s grace to bridge the generation gap. The tattoo itself may not be a sin, but the motivation in getting it might be. Many people wear a semicolon tattoo indicating they stand with survivors of suicide and people who suffer from mental health concerns. It would be as simple as her being given earrings today. Even seemingly innocuous marks represent worship. When the emphasis is put on the outward appearance we can be ensnared in vanity, rejection, fear, pride and even racial discrimination. Answer: Body modification, including piercing, tattooing, scarring, branding, cutting, and outright mutilation, has been an increasing trend in recent years. The acceptance and expansion of "skin art" has no doubt been aided by the growth of establishments offering such embellishments. For example, Abraham went to great lengths to … I am responsible for my own salvation.”. What does the Bible say about tattoos? Once that mark has been made it cannot be removed easily. In the light of this, we need to ask God for a heart cleansing, as only He really knows what is in our hearts. So, while I was with my friend one time we decided to look it up in our NIV Bibles for ourselves. What Instructions Are in the Bible for New Believers. Tattoos and Leviticus 19:28; What Does the Bible Really Say? You shall not make any cuts on your body for the dead or tattoo yourselves: I am the Lord. Does the Bible say anything at all about tattoos? He also said it would be coming from Christian ranks, those who thought they were representing Christ. Some Christians condemn all tattooing as immoral because God clearly forbids them in … Is the purpose to take control of one’s punishment and salvation? They do not realize that partaking of these can open the door to wrong and defiling influences in their lives. Know ye not that ye are the temple of God, and that the Spirit of God dwelleth in you? 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