headκεφαλή
kephalē · Greek Noun
Often used metaphorically to denote authority, priority, or origin, describing the hierarchical or functional relationship between two parties within God's created order.
manἀνήρ
anēr · Greek Noun
A person of the male gender; often used in scripture to denote the role of leadership or headship within the family and the church.
wifeγυνή
gynē · Greek Noun
A woman joined to a man in the covenant of marriage; often signifies the context of the marital relationship and the roles defined therein.
GodΘεός
Theos · Greek Noun
The Supreme Being, the Creator, and Father of Jesus Christ, who holds the ultimate authority in the Trinitarian relationship and the created universe.
prophesiesπροφητεύων
prophēteuōn · Greek Verb
To speak forth the word of God under the influence of the Holy Spirit; it can involve predicting the future, but primarily involves communicating God’s revealed truth to the people.
dishonorsκαταισχύνει
kataischynei · Greek Verb
To bring shame or disgrace upon someone or something; it reflects a failure to act in accordance with the dignity or order established by God.
shavenἐξυρημένη
exyrēmenē · Greek Verb/Adjective
Literally to cut or shave off hair; in the cultural context of the ancient world, it was often associated with shame, disgrace, or a loss of honor for a woman.
wifeγυνή
gynē · Greek Noun
A woman who is joined to a man in a covenantal union of marriage. In this context, it emphasizes the social and theological status of the person under discussion.
cover her headκατακαλύπτομαι
katakalyptomai · Greek Verb
A covering or veil worn on the head, symbolizing modesty, subjection, or status within a specific cultural or religious setting.
disgracefulαἰσχρός
aischros · Greek Adjective
That which causes shame, dishonor, or is considered socially inappropriate or improper within the context of the community.
manἀνήρ
anēr · Greek Noun
Refers to the male gender, particularly in the context of creation order and relational roles between men and women.
imageεἰκών
eikōn · Greek Noun
The resemblance or reflection of God's character, attributes, or authority manifested in human beings, fundamentally rooted in the creation narrative.
gloryδόξα
doxa · Greek Noun
Refers to the manifestation of worth, dignity, or splendor; here, it is used to describe the relationship of origin and reflection between God, man, and woman.
createdκτίζω
ktizō · Greek Verb
The act of bringing into existence by divine power. It points to the intentional, ordered design of humanity by God.
authorityἐξουσία
exousia · Greek Noun
The right, power, or liberty to exercise rule or influence. In this context, it refers to a sign indicating that the woman is under a protective, God-ordained order.
angelsἄγγελος
angelos · Greek Noun
Created spiritual beings who serve God. Their presence serves as a reminder of the heavenly realm, the order of creation, and the importance of propriety in the congregation.
