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For those women sin against God when they rub their skin…

“For those women sin against God when they rub their skin with ointments, stain their cheeks with rouge, and make their eyes prominent with antimony. To them, I suppose, the artistic skill of God is displeasing!” quote by Tertullian
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“For those women sin against God when they rub their skin with ointments, stain their cheeks with rouge, and make their eyes prominent with antimony. To them, I suppose, the artistic skill of God is displeasing!”

Tertullian

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Women who alter their appearance with cosmetics defy divine design, reflecting a displeasure in divine artistry.

In simple terms: Changing appearance with makeup displeases God.

Key Takeaway

Consider natural beauty over artificial adornment.

Themes

faith beauty modesty divine critique

Mood

reflective critical

Type

theological ethical

When to use this quote

  • Religious teaching
  • personal grooming
  • cultural norms

Key Concepts

Theological critique body image

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does personal expression relate to faith?
  • Can beauty be both natural and enhanced?
A Different Perspective

Modern perspectives on cosmetics differ widely.

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