Her.meneutics: Tattooed Barbie: You’ve Come a Long Way!

back to Christianity Today

RSS Feed | Help

email to a friend

twitter updates

Follow Her.meneutics on Twitter

What Is Her.meneutics?

The Christianity Today women's blog provides news and analysis from the perspective of evangelical women. We cover news stories and books related to international justice and evangelism, pregnancy and sexual ethics, marriage, parenting, and celibacy, pop culture, health and body image, raising girls, and women in the church and parachurch.

Her.meneutics is edited by associate editor Katelyn Beaty and online editor Sarah Pulliam Bailey.

interests

books and media

church life

justice and politics

relationships and family

sexuality and health

spirituality

theology

women of note

writers

More ...

Free Newsletters

books we're reading

blogs we're watching

« A Real Christian Education | Main | Holy Hot Flashes! A Spiritual Take on Menopause »

October 27, 2011

Tattooed Barbie: You’ve Come a Long Way!

Barbie is art imitating life (and vice-versa).

Karen Swallow Prior

A new limited-edition Barbie is raising eyebrows with her punky pink bob and smattering of tattoos. Barbie has had tattoos before, but those were of the temporary butterfly variety and thus decidedly less hardcore. The mild uproar this doll has incurred is to be expected, I suppose. But the objections are unsatisfying on several fronts.

For one thing, the doll is for adult collectors and is apparently not available at toy stores, which mitigates concerns about the doll becoming a role model for children (although this raises some different questions about adults who collect Barbie dolls—but that’s another issue entirely). Besides, Barbie being Barbie, a Tattoo Barbie makes more sense than, say, a stiletto-wearing Church Barbie.

Furthermore, the question—if not the conclusion—of Barbie’s sway as a role model for girls is a given, particularly when it comes to body image. Regardless of whether one grants Barbie a great deal of power in shaping a girl’s self-image or a negligible role, it is certain that a girl (or woman) who wants to imitate the tattooed Barbie would do far less harm to herself in being tattooed than in submitting to the horrific surgery that would be required to sculpt herself into Barbie’s surreal shape. I’m of the school that is a lot less concerned with Barbie’s influence than with the influence wielded by real life role models (including Hollywood starlets). On the other hand, I played with stuffed animals, baby dolls, and Barbies as a girl, and now I love animals, hate abortion, and adore fashion. Perhaps I should reconsider my position on the influence of toys. I guess it’s a good thing I read a lot of books, too. I might have done better with the Anne Bradstreet doll. (True confession: I studied abroad one summer in college, and my Italian housemate told me that I looked like Barbie. It was a number of years before I realized that this wasn’t necessarily the compliment I took it to be.)

A related question when pondering one’s position on a tattooed Barbie is whether or not art imitates life or life, conversely, imitates art. I’d say it’s both. There’s no doubt we are influenced by the images, views, and ideas expressed in art, especially popular forms such as film, television, music videos, and fashion. On the other hand, the makers of Barbie never would have produced such a doll if the cultural values that would make it profitable to do so didn’t already exist.

Ultimately, responses to the tattooed Barbie—as to any cultural artifact—are shaped by our views of culture in general. The church’s understanding of its relationship to culture has a history that is long and varied, as H. Richard Niebuhr has outlined it. And our contemporary understanding greatly needs re-examination, as Andy Crouch argues.

The fact is that not only are we creatures of culture, but God actually designed it this way. If his whole purpose in creating us was only for the eternity we will spend with him, then why did he create earth as a pit stop on the way? Having been placed by God in the midst of human culture, we can’t help reflecting the cultures we are part of. And since Barbie dolls reflect that culture, too, we can learn something from them.

Recently, I stood in a long line in the restroom at the Christian university where I teach. A presidential candidate was there to speak, so a few members of the community were interspersed among the college students. A 40-ish woman clad in a knee-length denim skirt, oversized white sweatshirt, and red neckerchief stood in front of me shaking her head. She asked if I were a faculty member and when I answered affirmatively, she responded, “I’m so grieved” and continued shaking her head. “These students look just like the culture, and I just don’t see anything in the culture worth imitating.” What I wanted to tell her—and did as soon as I could muster up enough love to do so gently—is that we all resemble some form of culture; we can’t help doing so. She in her red-white-and-blue and hair-in-bun reflected Christianity no more and Americana no less than the college woman in front of her in retro Flashdance attire and short-cropped hair.

Like both of these styles, tattoos reflect a slice of contemporary culture unlinked to specific religious practice, which wasn’t always the case for tattoos (or braids, for that matter). Most Christians cite Leviticus 19:28 as the basis for objections to tattoos. The context of the verse is one in which God was calling out his people to be different from the surrounding pagan culture. For the same reason, according to a Christian worker in Egypt I know, Coptic Christians there are expected to have tattoos that signify their Christian belief.

Examining both the text and context of the Levitical prohibition, Pastor John Piper cautions Christians against getting tattoos. As someone who has a couple of tattoos, I agree with his wise exhortation for the believer to examine the motives and effects of tattooing (or other body art) on one’s heart and on the kingdom of God. As Piper says, the Christian’s identity should be radically rooted in Christ—not, I would add, in tattoos or Barbies. And not in body-image, but in the body of Christ.

Comments

Last night, I watched a commercial aired on tv for Barbie in which young girls describe the ways "she" inspires them to do and be something. As for Barbie being a role model, I would argue that yes, Barbie is indeed a role model. If she is not, Mattel is pushing her to be. I believe there is cause for concern if the role model options Mattel is offering are questionable.

Wonderful post, Karen. I especially like these lines at the end: "... the Christian’s identity should be radically rooted in Christ — not, I would add, in tattoos or Barbies. And not in body-image, but in the body of Christ."

Culture has always encouraged emulating heroes and beauties, right? I remember one guy in college hwo would buy whatever was worn by the cover model of GQ each month. Other times it's a matter of a haircut - think Princess Di or Jennifer Aniston's "Friends" locks. And sometimes it's tattoos I guess.

Which gets me thinking about what Jesus said in Matthew 15:16-20 - “Are you still so dull?” Jesus asked them. “Don’t you see that whatever enters the mouth goes into the stomach and then out of the body? But the things that come out of a person’s mouth come from the heart, and these defile them. For out of the heart come evil thoughts — murder, adultery, sexual immorality, theft, false testimony, slander. These are what defile a person; but eating with unwashed hands does not defile them.”

I think we can substitute clothes or haircuts or tattoos or whatever for "unwashed hands" and the doctrine still holds. Happily, our loving Father knows what's in our hearts as well as what's on our bodies (Proverbs 24:12).

Tim

I was born and raised a Seventh Day Adventist. Eating unclean meat, going to the movie theater, going out after sun down Friday night and before sun down on Saturday, wearing make up or a wedding ring or any other type of jewelry, dancing, etc, were all forbidden things. I think those influences scared me and scarred me more than a Barbie ever could. I'm afraid that "religion" works against itself so many times.
Today, I am a heavily tattooed woman. I have over 22 tattoos and I am proud of them and I show them. I go to church and don't cover them. I see the stares and hear the whispers. I deal with them on a daily basis from all of society. "She must be a slut", "she must be a biker b****", "Look at her Mommy/Daddy", etc. I also hear, "that is beautiful artwork", "such vivid colors", "wow, I admire you for being so brave", "you're a beautiful tattooed woman". What I care about is what God thinks, and God knows my heart. He knows the roads I've traveled and the pain I've endured. He knows that I love Him and that I've accepted him as my Savior. I will leave this old body, this temporary home, and I will raise to Him in a beautiful sin free body. This old house doesn't matter in a manner of speaking.
I say, don't judge lest ye be judged. My tattoos aren't going to keep me out of Heaven and if you try and say that they do, you should take a look at the glass house you live in.
I found a t shirt a few years ago that I wear proudly and it says...Jesus loves me, and my tattoos.

This is really great...and convicting. I love the idea of the Anne Bradstreet doll! My sister and I used to play with barbies with two of our friends, and when Ken’s head fell off (which seemed to happen on every doll), we played “concentration camps” and had them beheaded by Nazis. (We’d literally chop their heads off over and over.) We’d also play Oregon Trail and pile them all in shoeboxes (the wagons) with their belongings. My friend would have one of the children drown at nearly every river crossing and just throw the doll out of the "wagon." I remember when James Dobson came down harshly on Barbie and most of my friends were no longer allowed to play with the dolls, my mom laughed and said that all we were doing was recreating history lessons. Perhaps we were nerds, but we didn't see Barbie as too different than any other toy.

I think tattoo Barbie is adorable. I'd get one for my girls if she wasn't probably going to be at least $40 or more. My girls already take markers and draw on their Barbies. Often we draw clothes on the dolls because my girls lose the clothes!

And about tattoos, it is all in the motive of why you do it. That law in leviticus -- if we hold to that one we have to hold to all of them and we just can't do that or won't do that. We are called to a life of Freedom. For a long time I've been thinking about getting "PRAY" on the back of my hand tattooed because right now I write it on there daily to remind me to pray. I need that reminder. Tattoos can speak to others. tattoos can break down walls. What is the big deal?

Those who live in legalism cannot be free in Jesus. Not talking about license or sin of course, but we are called to a free life. Read Galatians.

I'm sorry, I don't see the connection you're making at all. Culture does shape individuals, nonetheless, there are things that are part of our culture that God does not wish for believers to partake on. So, I believe the woman who spoke to you in the bathroom is correct. My culture accepts tattoos, fornication, gothic attire... none of which "is worth imitating." I understand why she is grieved.

As for tattoos, I'm deeply grieved this article does not take a stronger stance agaisnt them, especially since it is part of "Christianity Today." It's extremely bothersome that you selected a picture of tattoos of the cross. In case anyone is confused now.

Do your research on Leviticus 19:28...

Clearly, there it is. "Ye shall not. . .print any marks upon you. . ."

A lot of Christians when confronted with Leviticus 19:28, scream, "Hey dude, that’s not for today. Man, that’s the Old Testament. I’m under the New Testament".

Did you know that "bestiality" (sicko, perverted, sex with an animal) was ONLY forbidden in the Old Testament Levitical Law? Only in Leviticus 18:23 and Leviticus 20:15-16. Dude, only in the Old Testament Law. Does that mean a Holy God NOW – under the New Testament, approves of bestiality?

By the way, have you ever read Leviticus 19:29? And, so on?

Old Testament is still God's word, and just because God has cleansed us from living by the Law, does not mean that we have authority to engage in sinful practice. The Law has nothing to do with tattoos.

Thank You! (And for the individual above who says she might consider getting a tattoo that says "pray", I encourage you to precisely pray, and use another means for reminding.

I find it interesting that you don't apply the entire book of Leviticus then, Gigi. It also says that you have to grow out your sideburns, sit on a cushion when you are on your period, and on and on. Don't just choose one verse to apply.

I like the pink hair myself. I've always said that if I ever have to shave my head for any reason, I'm getting brightly colored wigs.

The "tattoo" verse in Leviticus - isn't it addressing the pagan practice of cutting and rubbing ash (the remains of the deceased) on the body during mourning? While I don't want a tattoo myself, I definitely don't want to rub someone's ash into an oozing wound. *Shudder*

Rachael, you raise an interesting point. But it also raises some further questions - how do you determine which proscriptions (particularly of a sexual nature) you uphold? Why did God give them? What did Jesus mean in Mt. 5:17?

I had to laugh at one of the comments above. The writer overheard herself described as 'she must be a biker' because of her tattos. Well, I am a biker, and nary a tattoo do I have.

This summer I visited New Jersey. I gather tattoos are more usual on the coasts than in the Midwest where I live.

I gotta say that the combination of tattos and varicose veins is not a good one. I think that many people who are adopting the fashion may live to regret it.

Does Medicare cover removal of tattoos?

The whole point of creation is to be with GOD in eternity ? Meaning Boredom ? Not so ,for the Bible says we be as angels, working day & night in the temple of GOD.

Abey, I'm not following how your comment fits in with the discussion. Are you responding to the original article or to one of the comments.

Cheers,
Tim

Refreshing to see an American Christian website that isn't totally anti-tattoos, and anti tattooed people. Here in New Zealand, tattooing is a big part of our culture - an estimated 20% of 20-35 year olds have tattoos, including myself. Maori, the indigenous people of New Zealand, who make up around 20% of the population, practised tattooing as a part of their culture. Traditional tattoos allow those who can 'read' them to access information on which tribe/s a person is affiliated with, what part of the country they consider 'home', significant ancestors, status and so forth. Similarly, in the wider culture, people may have meaningful quotes or symbols tattooed on them, or the names of loved ones.

Paul made it clear that if we try to live under the Law and fail at just one point then we stand condemned as though we had broken the whole of it. Check the label on your clothes - if it's a blend of two fibres, you're breaking the Law. Eaten pork? You've broken the Law. Parent to a uncircumcised son over eight days old? You've broken the Law.

Tattoos can certainly say a lot about a person, and last a lifetime. As Christians, we need to consider ALL our actions not in the light of the Law, but in the light of whether they glorify God. Do my tattoos (of a dolphin and a phoenix) glorify God? Not so much, but I wasn't a Christian when I got them. But I do know that the phoenix, a creature of pagan myth, is also a symbol of resurrection - a distinctly Christian teaching.

Tim, My response is to the original Article in Para 6.

Tim, I love the connection/application you bring in from Matthew. I was just reading that passage the other day, and wholeheartedly agree with the tie-in to this article. Thanks for the insight!

Abey, thanks. I see where your comment connects to now. I took that paragraph to mean that God's purpose in creating us includes the lives we are living here on earth. Of course, it also includes our existence with him in eternity as you say.

Rachel, thanks for the encouragement!

Tim

I sincerely wish Christians were more sensitive about tattoos. I don’t believe there is a good reason to get a tattoo. Not only does it have roots in pagan practices, but it also disfigures you for life. And most important, does not honor God. If we absorb the vileness found in the world, how effective will we be in advancing the Kingdom of God?

Two of my siblings have tattoos. One has more tattoos than skin, I think. I thought they knew better, as they have been aware of the reasons I mentioned. It surprised and, to be honest, upset me, but my eight year old brother was more troubled than me, I think. Older siblings are role models like it or not, and they are a much more active role model than Barbie.

I know of several reasons why it’s wrong to tattoo yourself. But the one that stays with me the most is this one, a Christian is a new creation, everything we do should show that we follow Jesus Christ. And a believer is a temple of the Holy Spirit, we are to live as such, why should we disfigure ourselves with tattoos and piercing all over the place?

"Don't copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will learn to know God's will for you, which is good and pleasing and perfect." Ro. 12:2 NLT. Is this not advice on how to live within the "culture" in which we are placed? New Testament, I believe . . .

John,(re Romans 12)
Absolutely! As Christians we are called to be "IN the world, not OF it." To paraphrase another quote from Jesus, "How will the world recognize us as different if we act just the same as everyone else?" And again, "Your bodies bodies do not belong to you, they are a temple of God?" Is it not blasphemy then to cut, pierce, & tattoo ourselves as it disrespects God's temple? Much the same can also be said for sex outside of marriage, abortion, cremation, addiction, abuse, neglect, etc. Man seems to delight in finding new (or ancient!) ways to disrespect ourselves.

I think it's more important to think about what we have tattooed on our hearts and minds. Before you condemn someone with a tattoo on their skin, consider the permanent fixtures in your own life that do not reflect Christ. Maybe it's facebook tattooed into your brain. Or a grudge against someone. Or a cynical way of looking at the world.

This post made me consider how I wear makeup all the time. Sure I take it off, but I can't deny that it has a permanent residency on my skin, much like a tattoo does. Is there really a difference?

It is so sad that someone connects "tattoos, fornication, gothic attire..."

This discussion begins and ends for me with what Tim said above. The challenge of Jesus' words in Matthew 15:16-20 - “Are you still so dull?” Jesus asked them. “Don’t you see that whatever enters the mouth goes into the stomach and then out of the body? But the things that come out of a person’s mouth come from the heart, and these defile them. For out of the heart come evil thoughts — murder, adultery, sexual immorality, theft, false testimony, slander. These are what defile a person; but eating with unwashed hands does not defile them.”

Personally I love this tattoo Barbie with her pink hair and I would buy one if I bought dolls. What concerns me about Barbie is her body shape -- a completely and utterly unrealistic shape, that plays into women's/girl's dissatisfaction with our own body shape, made by God in his image, unique and beautiful! That is the cultural stereotype that I would like to challenge!

As for tattoos, whether you agree with the wisdom of getting one they are simply an artistic form like any other and in many cases quite beautiful, in my opinion.

I have the word "BLESSED" tattooed on my right wrist, and the word "VICTORY" on my left wrist. I can't count the amount of times people have asked me what they mean, and I've been able to share about my beliefs. They are a constant reminder to me,as well, that I am to walk in Victory, and I am truly Blessed. Reading this article, the saying, "Beauty is in the eye of the beholder" came to mind. It is never more true, than when talking about tattoos!

Sisters and brothers in Christ, I urge you to read articles from experienced Deliverance ministries, regarding tattoos and piercings opening up a person (even Christians) to demonic infitration. This article http://www.thechildrensbread.net/tatoo.htm, also cites info from the University of TX studies that reveal that people that get tattoos at tattoo parlors are 9 times more likely to contract Hepatitis C, which is on the rise. Tattoos and piercings are invasive procedures that can result in serious skin and blood infections. 50% of those who have tattoos want it removed. A $25 tattoo may cost $5,000 to remove. These are just a few of the important negative risks one would wisely consider when thinking of acquiring a tattoo for life.

Some physicians have also conducted studies and reported serious, alarming psychiatric conditions as associated with tattoos, discussed in The Children's Bread Ministry article (same link above).. Tattoed young people are more likely to engage in sexual intercourse, drugs, alcohol, and other high-risk behaviors. At all ages, there are serious psychiatric conditions (impulsiveness, borderline personality disorders, and much more) linked to tattoos by physicians who've conducted studies, and the article above (same link I've included) is a must-read. We must become informed about all the ramifications of tattoos and piercings and inform our loved ones and others.

Google "Tattoos - Demonic - Deliverance." It's a critical eye-opener.

Faith, if by "infiltrate" you mean demons possessing Christians, that is as contrary to what the Bible teaches as anything I can think of. The Holy Spirit has sealed us (Eph. 4:30) and Jesus holds us forever safe from Satan's dominion (John 10:29). Getting a tattoo or body piercing will not change anyone from justified to reprobate.

In his grip,
Tim

Seems to be a lot of speaking on God's behalf where God has not spoken. If tattoos violate what God desires for your life as communicated by your conscience, by all means do not get one. But don't use the Bible to make your case because it simply isn't there. All of the "..." the poster Gigi put in the quote of Leviticus 19:28, is important to the context. Is this how you read the Bible, filled with elipsis to avoid the parts you do not like or that are incovenient to you?

Can we really extrapolate the Paul was referring to tattoos when he warned us not to be of the world? Was he also referring to blue jeans? Tennis shoes? Perhaps he was alluding to the heart. Romans 14 would be an instructional read for some of you. (If you can manage to read it without "..."ing to death).

Shawn, I think Romans 14 can be an "instructional read" for all of us (whether we are prone to ellipses or not):

v. 10: "You, then, why do you judge your brother or sister?"

v. 12: "So then, each of us will give an account of ourselves to God."

v. 13: "Therefore let us stop passing judgment on one another."

v. 14: "I am convinced, being fully persuaded in the Lord Jesus, that nothing is unclean in itself."

It's power-packed - like all scripture! - so thanks for the reminder, Shawn.

Tim

Wow, it nice that we can use that "judge" word to shoot down a thought offered by someone else!

Seems a trifle "judgmental" in a rather back-handed manner, really. But my goodness does it ever pack a subtle, self-defensive punch!

The article was, I believe, posted to to generate discussion. Yet when someone posts an opinion that brings substance to the frothy content, it is passed off as judgmental? Different rules for different perspectives, perhaps?

Nothing new about that, it seems!

it would be a bit silly to say that Barbie isn't a role model, because she is, but to me she can be inspiring in a lot of ways other than her perfect body and face: Barbie has been a vet, a pilot, a teacher, an astronaut, a cook and many other things! To me it sends little girls a really good message: you can be anything you want to be!
As for tattoos, well, I think it's a choice that's between a person and God. I have 2 tattoos and planning on having more done, but 1) they're not visible, 2) they're for my own enjoyment, 3) I don't encourage anyone to do what I do, 4) I especially don't encourage the children I teach to have tattoos, and 5) i use body art as a way to express my Christian faith.
Bodies are pieces of art, body art is art...so it's all good!

Tim,
I just re-read my comment. I stand by the content, but the way I said it and the way I targeted individuals was deeply toxic. For this I sincerely apologize. Romans 14 is an important read for all of us and I believe helps us to understand what to do with issues the Bible may not directly address.

Thanks Shawn. I actually meant to affirm your reference to Romans 14, not engage in some sort of sly finger pointing. You really hit the nail on the head. Besides, I know that whenever I do point a finger at someone there are three more pointing right back at me!*

Bottom line? I think the Romans passage you mentioned is a great companion to the Matthew 15 passage I referenced above. Take them together and this whole to-tattoo-or-not-to-tattoo debate becomes a tempest in a teapot. Jesus looks at the heart, not the skin.

Cheers,
Tim

*Try it if it's hard to visualize. Point out an index finger and look at where the other three fingers on that hand are curled back to and pointing. An old guy showed me that one a long time ago. Since I'm an old guy now, I get to boor people with the same tidbit.

I have found this discussion very interesting and it reinforces something I've seen in regard to tattoos. Why do those who like/love/have/defend tattoos always feel that those who do not like/love/have/defend tattoos are judging them and judging them to hell because of them?

I don't think tattoos affect our salvation. I often wonder, however, if they please God.

Tim,

Do you have a tattoo? Just testing Lynn's theory.

No tattoos, no quarrel (doctrinally based or otherwise) with those who do, no desire to get one for myself.

Plainly,
Tim

@Gigi, if you want to point out the Old Test vs New Test I'd be happy to go there. Jesus said that He came to fulfill the law, not to abolish it yet many Christians worship on Sunday instead of the original Bible Sabbath, Saturday. Many Christians eat unclean meat, like pork and lobster even though the Old Test clearly says it's unclean and not to eat it. Why is that?? I don't think the argument has anything to do with Old vs New, at least mine doesn't.
@John, pretty ridiculous how people are judged isn't it. I have never owned a bike in my life but I get classified as a dirty biker. It's pretty sad when you think about it. There are Dr's and Lawyers and Judges and many other "professional" people who are covered in tattooes but don't show them and they save lives every day. I wonder if anyone thinks about that?

While we have seen a lot of opinions here about faith and tattoos, apparently the secular world can be even more unforgiving: http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/45077957/ns/business-forbes_com/. A telling quote from the article - As one HR director says, “You won’t get fired for having a visible tattoo, but it likely means you won’t get hired.”

Life can be unfair. Then again, that's not always a bad thing since as Relient K reminds us, "The beauty of grace is that it makes life unfair." And it's grace that we are to extend to each other even if the world doesn't.

Cheers,
Tim

Are we Christians really having a discussion in 2011 over whether or not Jesus would care if we have tattoos?? Unbelievable.

Tattoos are artistic expression - nothing more, nothing less. To analyze/scrutinize/demonize them is foolishness.

If a tatoo helps remind you to spend time with the Lord each day (i.e. tattooing "pray" on your hand, as mentioned in a post above) - then it brings glory to God. If a tattoo evangelizes (a cross on the wrist, as pictured in the article) - then it brings glory to God. If a tatoo helps unify you with other Christians (many of my roommates got fish tattoos on their ankles/feet during our college years) - then it brings glory to God.

At the end of the day, it really bothers me that we are debating this; it's no wonder so many non-Christians think Evangelicals are a bunch of weirdos. We make up strict rules that we have already been liberated from. We proclaim freedom but live in bondage. We offer forgiveness while secretly extending judgement. So sad.

The funniest thing is that I don't have any tattoos! That said, it has never crossed my mind to look at a brother or sister of mine in Christ any differently if they did. I think Jesus would be glad I have found better things to do with my time. :)

I used to live in Egypt where many in the Coptic Orthodox (indigenous Christian) community tattoo crosses on their wrists.

People told me it related to a form of torture the (then) ruling Muslim community used to inflict on Christians (I don't know if this is true or not). People told me they told me they were proud of their heritage and the visible sign this mark had in a not always sympathetic wider community.

Oh, and in other communities tattoos relate to tribal / socio economic status.

Perhaps G*d is telling us in the verses in the Leviticus that we should not visibly demonstrate our wealth, which sits better with Jesus's words about wealth / materialism and Paul's assertions in James that we should treat all believers in the same way.

In which case we should get less hung up about the tattoed mote in our neighbour's eye and look more toward the material possessions logs in our own.

I wasn't referring to the verses on sexuality, the Bible is EXPLICITLY clear on sexuality (staying pure, homosexuality, etc.) throughout the Old and New testament. The 'tattoo verse' is totally different.

Hermenuetics

twitter updates

What Is Her.meneutics?

interests

writers

Free Newsletters

books we're reading

blogs we're watching

Tattooed Barbie: You’ve Come a Long Way!

Comments

recent posts

Archives

May 2012
Sun	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15	16	17	18	19
20	21	22	23	24	25	26
27	28	29	30	31

Hermenuetics

twitter updates

What Is Her.meneutics?

interests

writers

Free Newsletters

books we're reading

blogs we're watching

Tattooed Barbie: You’ve Come a Long Way!

Comments

recent posts

tags

Archives