WEARING TROUSERS HAS NEVER BEEN A SINFUL ACT...

(Dress modestly. That's the conclusion of the whole matter)

First, it is important to restate that the command in Deuteronomy 22:5 was given specifically to God’s covenant people, Israel.

The same chapter contains several instructions that were uniquely binding on them as a nation.

For instance, Deuteronomy 22:8 requires an Israelite who builds a new house to construct a parapet around the roof to prevent accidents.

Verse 9 forbids sowing two kinds of seed in a vineyard, and verse 11 prohibits wearing garments made of wool and linen blended together. Like

verse 5, these commands were directed to Israel under the Mosaic Law, though they may convey enduring spiritual principles.

Focusing on Deuteronomy 22:5, I maintain that the verse is not addressing whether a woman may wear trousers. Rather, it concerns divinely established gender roles and responsibilities which is a theme that is also affirmed in the New Testament.

Looking more closely at the text, the Hebrew word translated “man” in this verse is "geber", which differs from "iysh", the word used in Genesis 2:24.

While "iysh" commonly means “male” or “husband,” "geber" carries the sense of a strong man, warrior, or valiant fighter.

The word translated “woman” is "ishshah", which can mean “woman” or “wife.”

The term rendered “pertaineth” is "kelee", meaning an article, implement, utensil, or vessel (often referring to tools or weapons).

In context, then, Deuteronomy 22:5 prohibits an Israelite woman from taking up the attire or equipment associated with a warrior which can be armour, weapons, or other military gear.

In ancient Israel, warfare was a male responsibility. For a woman to assume that role would have been a reversal of the divinely assigned order. Likewise, men were not to abandon their strength or adopt conduct that contradicted their calling.

Although this command was given to Israel under the Law, it reflects a broader principle: men and women have distinct, God-ordained roles. Women are not to usurp the responsibilities of men, and men must not abdicate their duties.

Dear Christian sisters, do not allow legalistic interpretations to burden your conscience regarding your clothing choices, so long as what you wear honours God and reflects modesty and integrity.

PS: I'll be waiting for your stones in the comments 😂😂😂

From Drama minister.

Asegun Oluyemi