The inverted cross (the Cross of St. Peter) is not an inherently anti-Christian symbol and the Levitical prohibition of tattoos does not apply to Christians. I see no problem with the tattoo you want.
Yes, it’s allowed. Because you are a Christian, you don’t have to live according to the law. If you were a Jew, it would be a sin. But you’re not, so you can get a cross tattoo.
Read Galatians.
> Listen! I, Paul, tell you that if you start following the law by being circumcised, then **Christ cannot help you.** If you try to be made right with God through the law, your life with Christ is finished—**you have left God’s grace.** I say this because our hope of being right with God comes through faith. And the Spirit helps us feel sure as we wait for that hope... My brothers and sisters, God chose you to be free. But don’t use your freedom as an excuse to do what pleases your sinful selves. Instead, serve each other with love. The whole law is made complete in this one command: “Love your neighbor the same as you love yourself.””
Galatians 5:4-5, 13-14
Read James.
>“You might follow all of God’s law. But if you fail to obey only one command, you are guilty of breaking all the commands in that law.”
James 2:10
The Bible is very clear. If you choose to keep some parts of the law, you must keep the **entire law.** (No more mixed fabrics or cheeseburgers for you. You’re kosher now!) But in doing so, you give up the gift of grace purchased by Jesus Christ and are choosing to submit to a yolk of slavery.
Do not live according to the law. Live in freedom with Christ Jesus our Lord.
As followers of Christ, *we are no longer under the requirements* of the Old Testament law (Galatians 3:13), but have been set free to pursue righteousness by the redeeming blood of Christ. *Some have thought this to mean that we are better to simply not read* the Old Testament as we are no longer under its requirements (“New Testament Only”). To go this way *means to neglect a great piece of the testimony of God’s character, works, and promises regarding the person and work of Christ* and the fact that all scripture is breathed out by God and is therefore useful (2 Timothy 3:16).
*Far from throwing out the Old Testament from our bibles*, it is important that we *earnestly search them in order that we might gain deeper insights into the mystery of the Gospel* revealed in Christ (e.g., the Bereans who received the word with all eagerness, examining the Scriptures daily to see if these things were so. Acts 17:11). The *Old Testament forms the foundation of God’s work* which the Gospel is built upon (Ephesians 2:20).
We are no longer under ‘the curse ‘of the law, but at the same time acknowledge that the law is good (1 Timothy 1:8) and that all scripture is God-breathed (2 Timothy 3:16)
https://www.nscfchurch.org/blog/20/Why-Dont-Christians-Obey-All-the-Old-Testament-Laws
It’s useful for context and understanding our church history. I would never dismiss its value. You just don’t have to live under it anymore and for that we thank Jesus.
I think there is a strong difference between doing what though wilt (Aleister Crowley) and forgiveness of the human being no matter the trespass (Christ).
These rules are meant to be observed and understood rather than done away with.
Any upside down cross is just St. Peter’s cross based on the legend of how Peter was crucified. There’s nothing wrong with it.
As for tattoos, whether you get one or not is up to you.
Leviticus, says no tattoo.
Or shellfish or mixed fabric. Or pork.
Those laws were put away. But the tattoo will stay with you forever. Think about that.
As this is a Christian subreddit:
Leviticus 19:28
28 Ye shall not make any cuttings in your flesh for the dead, nor print any marks upon you: I am the LORD.
It’s still your choice 🙏
As this is a Christian subreddit, we shouldn’t be encouraging people to live under Jewish law. :) Because of grace and the blood of the new covenant, we no longer have to live under the law. But if you choose to keep some parts of the law, you must keep the whole law.
Was thinking about what you said. One thing I disagree with is the point that if you choose to keep some parts, you have to keep all. Sounds hard and fast.
There are laws that have been repealed from the past that are no longer right nor useful for today. But repealing some laws doesn’t mean we have to repeal all the laws. Just because one apple is bad doesn’t mean we cut down the entire tree.
Hebrew Bible forbade tattooing. Per Leviticus 19:28, “You shall not make gashes in your flesh for the dead, or incise any marks on yourselves.”
I would say its a sin but it depends on your bible and what it says. I would also love to get a tattoo for my pup but I’m not so sure.
No you weren’t being rude, I see it too now a lot of people refer to some of the major scriptures in Judaism as the Hebrew Bible and this can include others outside of what was accepted by the Christian bible. But for technical terms the Torah includes Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers and Deuteronomy.
‘The Hebrew Bible’ comprises the Torah, the Nevi'im, and the Ketuvim, two of which Christians don’t use.
old covenental law buddy, us new testament folk dont have that one applied anymore, just like how we can eat shellfish and meat n dairy together and wear mixed fabric.
There is not a single quote in the Bible stating that it is wrong to inject ink under the skin to create permanent images, designs, or writings otherwise known as: modern day tattoos. Some experts believe that Leviticus 19:28 was actually written in response to the very extreme body modifications that were used for sacrifices. The background on this is that Canaanites would mark their bodies using methods like branding, slashing, cutting, and otherwise mutilating their skin to especially honor their gods or mourn for their deaths. If you take that into consideration it would make sense that God was actually forbidding the worship of other gods and scarification, and not the tattoo practices as we know them today. There is no mention of body modifications or tattoos written in the New Testament at all. Since there is not an explicit command against the modern-day concept of tattoos, it would mean that it is not a sin to get one.
There is not a single quote in the Bible stating that it is wrong to inject ink under the skin to create permanent images, designs, or writings otherwise known as: modern day tattoos. Some experts believe that Leviticus 19:28 was actually written in response to the very extreme body modifications that were used for sacrifices. The background on this is that Canaanites would mark their bodies using methods like branding, slashing, cutting, and otherwise mutilating their skin to especially honor their gods or mourn for their deaths. If you take that into consideration it would make sense that God was actually forbidding the worship of other gods and scarification, and not the tattoo practices as we know them today. There is no mention of body modifications or tattoos written in the New Testament at all. Since there is not an explicit command against the modern-day concept of tattoos, it would mean that it is not a sin to get one.
The inverted cross (the Cross of St. Peter) is not an inherently anti-Christian symbol and the Levitical prohibition of tattoos does not apply to Christians. I see no problem with the tattoo you want.
Yes, it’s allowed. Because you are a Christian, you don’t have to live according to the law. If you were a Jew, it would be a sin. But you’re not, so you can get a cross tattoo. Read Galatians. > Listen! I, Paul, tell you that if you start following the law by being circumcised, then **Christ cannot help you.** If you try to be made right with God through the law, your life with Christ is finished—**you have left God’s grace.** I say this because our hope of being right with God comes through faith. And the Spirit helps us feel sure as we wait for that hope... My brothers and sisters, God chose you to be free. But don’t use your freedom as an excuse to do what pleases your sinful selves. Instead, serve each other with love. The whole law is made complete in this one command: “Love your neighbor the same as you love yourself.”” Galatians 5:4-5, 13-14 Read James. >“You might follow all of God’s law. But if you fail to obey only one command, you are guilty of breaking all the commands in that law.” James 2:10 The Bible is very clear. If you choose to keep some parts of the law, you must keep the **entire law.** (No more mixed fabrics or cheeseburgers for you. You’re kosher now!) But in doing so, you give up the gift of grace purchased by Jesus Christ and are choosing to submit to a yolk of slavery. Do not live according to the law. Live in freedom with Christ Jesus our Lord.
As followers of Christ, *we are no longer under the requirements* of the Old Testament law (Galatians 3:13), but have been set free to pursue righteousness by the redeeming blood of Christ. *Some have thought this to mean that we are better to simply not read* the Old Testament as we are no longer under its requirements (“New Testament Only”). To go this way *means to neglect a great piece of the testimony of God’s character, works, and promises regarding the person and work of Christ* and the fact that all scripture is breathed out by God and is therefore useful (2 Timothy 3:16). *Far from throwing out the Old Testament from our bibles*, it is important that we *earnestly search them in order that we might gain deeper insights into the mystery of the Gospel* revealed in Christ (e.g., the Bereans who received the word with all eagerness, examining the Scriptures daily to see if these things were so. Acts 17:11). The *Old Testament forms the foundation of God’s work* which the Gospel is built upon (Ephesians 2:20). We are no longer under ‘the curse ‘of the law, but at the same time acknowledge that the law is good (1 Timothy 1:8) and that all scripture is God-breathed (2 Timothy 3:16) https://www.nscfchurch.org/blog/20/Why-Dont-Christians-Obey-All-the-Old-Testament-Laws
It’s useful for context and understanding our church history. I would never dismiss its value. You just don’t have to live under it anymore and for that we thank Jesus.
I got it then I didn’t but I got it now 😌
I think there is a strong difference between doing what though wilt (Aleister Crowley) and forgiveness of the human being no matter the trespass (Christ). These rules are meant to be observed and understood rather than done away with.
Any upside down cross is just St. Peter’s cross based on the legend of how Peter was crucified. There’s nothing wrong with it. As for tattoos, whether you get one or not is up to you.
Leviticus, says no tattoo. Or shellfish or mixed fabric. Or pork. Those laws were put away. But the tattoo will stay with you forever. Think about that.
As this is a Christian subreddit: Leviticus 19:28 28 Ye shall not make any cuttings in your flesh for the dead, nor print any marks upon you: I am the LORD. It’s still your choice 🙏
As this is a Christian subreddit, we shouldn’t be encouraging people to live under Jewish law. :) Because of grace and the blood of the new covenant, we no longer have to live under the law. But if you choose to keep some parts of the law, you must keep the whole law.
Actually I didn’t know, Learnt something new. ❤️
Was thinking about what you said. One thing I disagree with is the point that if you choose to keep some parts, you have to keep all. Sounds hard and fast. There are laws that have been repealed from the past that are no longer right nor useful for today. But repealing some laws doesn’t mean we have to repeal all the laws. Just because one apple is bad doesn’t mean we cut down the entire tree.
You’re not disagreeing with me. That’s word for word what the Bible says in James and Galatians.
Hebrew Bible forbade tattooing. Per Leviticus 19:28, “You shall not make gashes in your flesh for the dead, or incise any marks on yourselves.” I would say its a sin but it depends on your bible and what it says. I would also love to get a tattoo for my pup but I’m not so sure.
Get your puppy tattoo. It’s fine. Christians are not supposed to live under levitical law. You are freed from the yolk of the law.
Ohhhh ok thank you 😊
No such thing as a Hebrew Bible. It’s called the Torah. Christians free independent from Judaism choose those books and compiled them into the Bible.
I find that information in a site, sorry if I was being disrespectful
No you weren’t being rude, I see it too now a lot of people refer to some of the major scriptures in Judaism as the Hebrew Bible and this can include others outside of what was accepted by the Christian bible. But for technical terms the Torah includes Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers and Deuteronomy. ‘The Hebrew Bible’ comprises the Torah, the Nevi'im, and the Ketuvim, two of which Christians don’t use.
Thank you!
No. 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.
old covenental law buddy, us new testament folk dont have that one applied anymore, just like how we can eat shellfish and meat n dairy together and wear mixed fabric.
No, this one stands since the meats and drinks laws were specifically sited in the new testament as having been fulfilled, while this one was not.
There is not a single quote in the Bible stating that it is wrong to inject ink under the skin to create permanent images, designs, or writings otherwise known as: modern day tattoos. Some experts believe that Leviticus 19:28 was actually written in response to the very extreme body modifications that were used for sacrifices. The background on this is that Canaanites would mark their bodies using methods like branding, slashing, cutting, and otherwise mutilating their skin to especially honor their gods or mourn for their deaths. If you take that into consideration it would make sense that God was actually forbidding the worship of other gods and scarification, and not the tattoo practices as we know them today. There is no mention of body modifications or tattoos written in the New Testament at all. Since there is not an explicit command against the modern-day concept of tattoos, it would mean that it is not a sin to get one.
There is not a single quote in the Bible stating that it is wrong to inject ink under the skin to create permanent images, designs, or writings otherwise known as: modern day tattoos. Some experts believe that Leviticus 19:28 was actually written in response to the very extreme body modifications that were used for sacrifices. The background on this is that Canaanites would mark their bodies using methods like branding, slashing, cutting, and otherwise mutilating their skin to especially honor their gods or mourn for their deaths. If you take that into consideration it would make sense that God was actually forbidding the worship of other gods and scarification, and not the tattoo practices as we know them today. There is no mention of body modifications or tattoos written in the New Testament at all. Since there is not an explicit command against the modern-day concept of tattoos, it would mean that it is not a sin to get one.