Question: Does the Bible say its a sin to get a tattoo?

There is no mention of body modifications or tattoos written in the New Testament at all. Since there is not an explicit command against the modern-day concept of tattoos, it would mean that it is not a sin to get one.

Are tattoos forbidden in the Bible?

The Hebrew prohibition is based on interpreting Leviticus 19:28—Ye shall not make any cuttings in your flesh for the dead, nor print any marks upon you—so as to prohibit tattoos, and perhaps even makeup. Under this interpretation, tattooing is permitted to Jews and Christians.

What does the Bible say about having tattoos?

Tattoos have been around for millennia. But in the ancient Middle East, the writers of the Hebrew Bible forbade tattooing. Per Leviticus 19:28, “You shall not make gashes in your flesh for the dead, or incise any marks on yourselves.”

Can a believer commit the unforgivable sin?

Therefore, when others ask, “Can a Christian commit the unpardonable sin?” the clearest answer is “no,” because to be a follower of Jesus is to believe and accept the testimony of the Spirit – that Christ is Lord – which is the exact opposite of the Pharisees response.

Why Ronaldo has no tattoo on his body?

The five-time Ballon DOr winner has no tattoos for the simple reason that he regularly donates blood. Getting a tattoo would mean he would have to stop donating blood for a while. For safety reasons, getting tattooed means you have you wait several months for the blood cells to be restored.

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