A Forgotten Christian Practice
for Modern Times.
A clear biblical, historical, and practical case for a neglected Christian symbol.
Why did Christian women traditionally cover their heads in church while men worshipped uncovered? Was it merely a cultural custom, or does it still matter today?
In 1 Corinthians 11, the Apostle Paul devotes fifteen verses to explaining and defending head covering. His reasons are not based on local fashion or temporary circumstances. He appeals to creation, the distinct roles of men and women, angels, nature, apostolic tradition, and the united practice of the churches.
Although head covering was practiced by most Christians throughout church history, it has largely disappeared from the modern Western church. Now a growing number of Christians are taking another look.
Written by Jeremy Gardiner, founder of the Head Covering Movement, Head Covering: A Forgotten Christian Practice for Modern Times presents a clear biblical, historical, and practical case for the practice. It explains what head covering symbolizes, why Christians observed it for centuries, and how it may be faithfully practiced today.
The book answers the most common objections, including the cultural view, the long-hair view, and accusations of legalism. It also addresses the practical questions Christians face when considering how head covering should be practiced today.
For too long, head covering has been dismissed as strange, legalistic, or outdated. This book moves beyond those stereotypes and returns to Scripture, showing that Christian head covering is biblical, beautiful, and still relevant.
Hear from pastors, authors, and Christian leaders who all recommend the Head Covering book.
Jeremy Gardiner has written a thoughtful and helpful argument from Scripture and church history for women to cover their heads in worship. This book deserves a fair hearing from all who desire to obey God’s Word in whatever it teaches.
Jeremy Gardiner has done the church good service in calling us back to the obedience of God’s Word our parents and grandparents rejected a century ago. Gardiner gives a clear explanation of the Scriptural command, going on to treat with accuracy and kindness the many objections moderns have raised.
I started wearing a head covering in a church that does not wear head coverings a few years ago. I felt challenged to put the word of God above the word of man at every turn, and to resist relativizing its teachings according to my own culture, even my Christian culture. I commend the courage of Jeremy Gardiner in standing for the whole counsel of God.
If you are studying what the Bible teaches on head covering, this excellent book will serve as a helpful resource for you. Jeremy provides extensive interactions with the text of Scripture, coupled with relevant considerations from church history and recent cultural developments in the West. These interactions are presented in a way that is earnest and humble and largely accessible to the average reader.
Jeremy Gardiner’s book gently, respectfully, and accurately addresses all of the questions I had as I grappled with the passage in 1 Corinthians 11 on head covering. He stays true to sound doctrine and is reasonable in his approach. I wish I had this resource decades ago.
The book you hold in your hands is more important than you might think. Jeremy has done a great service for the Body of Christ by helping to resurrect the LORD’s commands for His own worship.
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Mark PowellVerified Amazon purchaserThis book made me completely re-evaluate the topic and has convinced me of the historic, universal practice of Christians since the early church. It also contained lots of wise pastoral advice and helpful practical application. I’d warmly recommend anyone I know to read.
BrokenhillVerified Amazon purchaserI love how straightforward and organized this book is. It's short and to the point and it effectively covers the majority of the arguments against wearing a head-covering.
Always Tea TimeVerified Amazon purchaserI’ve read a few books on the topic, but hands down this is the best one. This is a easy read, and he goes to great lengths to explain the words that may appear confusing. If your just curious or serious about wanting to understand this command, this is a must read.
VivekianVerified Amazon purchaserThe author writes in a way that the modern reader can easily comprehend. Additionally, he made the content interesting - so much so that I found it hard to put down Covering was liberating for me, as I was finally obeying my conscience. Thanks to [the book and Head Covering Movement website], I now have more to back it up than just “a feeling”!
Amazon CustomerVerified Amazon purchaserThere are very few books that study 1 Corinthians 11:2-16 with such depth and clarity; it's therefore a great blessing that this one has been published. Jeremy Gardiner’s book is both gentle and respectful, but also faithful in its study of this long neglected doctrine.
The chief objections to the practice are addressed in such a logical and straightforward manner, that one begins to see that these objections aren’t based upon biblical exegesis or even proper historical analysis, but rather upon a plain refusal to submit to a simple, unambiguous command.
Kindle CustomerVerified Amazon purchaserI have looked for most of my 68 years to find the information that the author shares with his readers. Thank you for such a respectful and complete covering of why and how women should use head coverings during corporate worship.
I am eternally grateful to Mr. Gardiner for helping me to realize that it is right and obedient to use head coverings during public worship.
Explore the scriptural, historical, and practical case for Christian head covering in Jeremy Gardiner’s book.
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