i'm 15 year old girl and i have a 17 year old sister.  we both want to wear thongs but my christian parents won't let us/ [both me and my sister are christians too] is there any biblical reason why we shouldn't beable to wear them to prevent panty lines?
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I would like to preface everything I say with that I am a twenty year old college student and I am a Christian.  With that said, it is not the thong itself that most parents worry about.  I think that most Christian parents are concerned that owning thongs will make you view yourself differently and that can be bad or good but they fear it will be bad.  For instance, if you tell any male at school or hanging out or such, they will react generally in a way that your parents do not want young men reacting to you and you probably shouldn't want young men to react that way either.  There is nothing wrong with wearing thongs especially if it is simply to get rid of panty lines.  I am sure your parents are more concerned that it will affect the health of your relationships with young men of your age.  Having recently been 15, things that seem small and insigificant can end up being a catlyst for bigger issues.  This is something that I am sure your parents understand and want to protect you from. Remember, as well, that you are called to follow your parents instruction unless it interferes with your relationship with Christ.  Feel free to discuss the issue with them though.  What you also don't realize at fifteen is that three years to become eighteen is a VERY short time period.  You sound blessed to have parents that obviously love you enough to be involved in your life and want you develop healthy relationships.
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The issue of modest dress is unfortunately contested by people worldwide because of the mistakes surrounding the scripturally unsound errors about clothes in the modern world.\n\nWhat is defined as modest apparel?  I will explain further what IS defined as modest apparel, friends.  According to 1Tim 2:9, "In like manner also, that women adorn themselves in modest apparel, with shamefacedness and sobriety; not with braided hair, or gold, or pearls, or costly array."\n\nThis is defined the standard of modest apparel, my good friends.  Rightly so, the Bible is scripturally sound on what is to be modest or costly.  For instance, costly apparel would be defined as clothes that are provocative or tempting.  A harlot's clothes would also fall into the category of costly apparel yet is brought into a negative light concerning the issue of whoredom which is not part of this topic.  Forgive me, indie.\n\nFor modest clothing, it would define from those words in 1Tim 2:9, "... in modest apparel, with shamefacedness and sobriety;..."  What then can be said from these words?  It can only be said that the women (and men, yes) wear modest clothings WITH shamefacedness AND sobriety.  That means in gender-specific issues of fashion on clothes, women must cover themselves from the head to the feet.  For men, they must wear clothes from head to feet that neither tempt nor bring a woman to lust after him.  If either gender lusts after one another, it is considered adultery.   \n\nWhat then defines adultery?  Let's look at Mat 5:28, "But I say unto you, That whosoever looketh on a woman to lust after her hath committed adultery with her already in his heart."\n\nLust, after all, is the driving force that is in league with costly apparel.  With the costly apparel displayed among women or men, it is rightly so that godly men and women, if not careful, would fall into temptation and seek wrongly the things of the world.  So adultery is defined in both the physical as well as the mental boundaries of lust.\n\nLet's look at other verses in Deuteronomy that will shed some light on modest apparel, shall we?\n\nLet's consider firstly the issue of cross-dressers, which is considered an abomination unto the Lord God.  Why is it considered an abomination by God?  In Deuteronomy 22:5, "The woman shall not wear that which pertaineth unto a man, neither shall a man put on a woman's garment: for all that do so are abomination unto the LORD thy God."\n\nThe Lord God has said it is an abomination to gender-specific people to wear the opposite clothes.  No man can wear a woman's clothes as a woman cannot wear a man's clothes.  But, we did not shed some light on modest apparel, did we?\n\nThis may shed light concerning the issue of costly vs. modest.  The issue of the women who are pulling their clothes' skirt line high up the thigh is considered nudity before God.  With the world being conformed and catered to special interests as well as the delights of the world, take a look here at Isa 47:2-3, "...bare the leg, uncover the thigh....  Thy nakedness shall be uncovered, yea, thy shame shall be seen: I will take vengeance, and I will not meet thee as a man."\n\nSo if a woman revealed her thighs by buying costly apparel and tempting men to lust after her, this would be screaming full of shame.  God has said uncover the thigh and it is declared nudity, the bare flesh of a woman or man revealed to others.\n\nHe has also said vengeance willl not be visited by God as a man.  This could mean various but dreadful scenarios for women or men who may already have been in trouble without them realizing it.  When men are tempted easily enough to find her pleasant and think of carnal desire, there's no question there will be something happening.\n\nAccording to Psalm 31, there are words about coverings.  This would also detail modest apparel.  A woman is covering her entire body not because of t
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Why in some countries 15 year old girls not allow to wear belly shirts, halter tops, short shorts and no bras in public, on streets, in stores.  Why they can't wear bikini's at the beach.\n\nWhy is there a warrant for arrest on a fashion model from Iran because she posed in a bra for a picture on a Madenform package to be used in Middle Eastern countries.  That was her only crime, allowing a picture to be taken of her in a bra.\n\nFor every postitive there is a negative.  That's a rule of the universe.
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thats one of the most relative questions ive seen yet. thank you. i understand. girls wear clothing that could easily qualify for soft core porn andif a guy looks she gets pissed. and it causes problems for us guys who are in relationships because our girlfriends get pissed if we even glance.  let me tell you, the pain it causes on my testicles, is just unbearable at times. its crazy the way they are. they don't dress decently. they dress like their from the most popular corner of camden. i feel ya man. your not alone...im behind you. j/k
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An interesting human trait is to pursue things that are secret or forbidden.  Since US parents tend to keep sexuality hidden from their children and tell them it is wrong/forbidden, it actually results in teens pursuing sex as a way to rebel or develop a self of self different from their parents.  If US society didn't make sex so evil because of religion, teens would not be so interested in it.  It wouldn't be such a big deal.
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if you don't shop for underwear and you don't like asking your mom, where do you get underwear from?  maybe boxers can be an alternative or something.  ask your mom, i'm sure she won't tell everyone.  and come on people, he's talking about his saggy underwear, not a saggy butt.  gosh.  :)
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There are many religions that require women to be fully covered from neck to ankles.  Hasidic jews, for example, require women, even girls, to wear long skirs all year long.\n\nIt's a matter of modesty for most religions that impose this rule.
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It's "appropriate" whenever you feel like. People shouldn't tell you what kind of underwear you can or cannot wear! That would be ridiculous! It is stupid though, when people have them hanging out of their pants, showing them off. The purpose of thongs is to not have pantie lines or for lingerie, not to show off when you bend over.
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i would say that god says to " honor god with your body". if the clothing you are wearing aren't covering your body, or if they are using you body to display messages that are not honoring god, then i think he doesn't approve. speaking of cool and uncool, god will not care whether you wear name brand designer clothes or if you are some "nerd" who tucks in your shirt and pulls you pants up to  your neck, or if you wear stupid glasses that are taped together, he only cares about what you believe in your heart, whether you have faith in Him or not.
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It's not as big of a deal as you think, I'm sure of it. This is probably what happened: You're a curious 13-year-old girl, who like any girl your age, is curious about your developing body. I'm sure your friend is too and that's why this event occurred in the first place. It seems like harmless, non-sexual touching between two kids. After you had time to think about what happened you felt guilty because of the religious beliefs your mom probably raised you with. You immediately became fearful because you realized how shocked your mom would be if she learned you had touched another girl's breasts. That's why your mind is now racing with thoughts of getting caught and scolded. Fear always puts things out of perspective and I'm sure that's what's happening here. Think of it like this... Does your friend want her mom to find out either? Most likely not. So why would she tell on you? My advice is to relax and not worry yourself so much. You did not sin, you were simply acting like a 13-year-old girl. I did a lot of silly things when I was 13 too. If it still bothers you try talking the situation out with your friend. She could be just as freaked out about the same stuff as you are! Maybe you can both agree to forget the incident(s) and move on. Above all, don't feel guilty.
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Another fine example of how Christianity and Christian parents can wreak havoc in their children and completely ruin their mental health. I am completely DIGUSTED by your mother.\n\nNo you will not go to hell, don't let your mother brainwash you like this. It's perfectly natural to have an erection, it's part of a healthy body well alive.
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It reflects the conservative and puritanical double standards here in America: sex is everywhere, but no one should do it, see it or talk about it. We see half-dressed women on MTV, but tell our daughters not to dress or act like them and that sex is bad and their bodies are something to be ashamed of. You can blame the right-wing Christians here in the states for this.
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So, according to the other Christians' answers, it is ok for married people to enjoy sex, sex isn't only for procreation, but sex is created for two people who love each other, but sex ouside of gay marriage is wrong? If the only argument against homosexuality is "the Bible says so." The Bible says a lot of things, do you accept them all equally?  Paul also says women shouldn't wear their hair braided or wear jewelry, do you abide by that? If not, then does that mean you are judging some things as applicable and other things not? What is the basis of that?\nTHINK PEOPLE!
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That's sexy.  If you're a good looking chick.  If you're "big" then don't wear them.  I think 14 is fine.  \n\nThe purpose of sex is to procreate and guarantee the survival of our species.  Therefore once a female hits puberty and can reproduce it is "appropriate" to think about those kind of things.  Otherwise god (or nature depending on your beliefs) would have us hit puberty and be able to reproduce at a later age.\n\nThe reason some people don't think it's ok is because of a moral crusade undertaken by social conservatives about two generations ago.  They campaigned to raise the age of consent and make it socially unacceptable to have sex until you're married.  Although they didn't reach their ultimate goal they did illicit a widespread change in laws and attitudes.\n\nBut the bottom line is: Don't worry about what the Christian Taliban has to say.  If you want to wear a thong do it.  And yes many people think it's sexy.
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i have no idea what is considered a sin or not a sin\nbut in my opinion, if you believe in God, go ahead!\nyou dont have to worry about those mean looks\nyou're there to pray and worship\nthey have no right to judge you by your looks\nit's a matter of preference\ni dont think people who dress conservatively are all good!\nthey may have some bad vibes behind those clothes\ni mean it's just clothing for God sake\n\nps: i know it's annoying to have people staring at you, maybe you can make friends with them, let them know the "real nice" you behind your goth look =)\ngood luck\nand i accidentally deleted your message on 360, can you me another one? thx
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LOL.  I love your question.  Thankfully, Christians choose to ignore those laws.  We tend to pick and choose what to follow from the Bible.  And the next time one of them says something like, "I only discount the law of the Hebrews in the Old Testament, but homosexuality is still wrong in the New Testament," (stated so by Paul, not Jesus) mention the women-are-inferior thing in 1 Corinthians 11:3-10.  I don't know many modern churches that force women to wear a veil.  Personally, I follow Jesus ("love your neighbor"), not Paul (writer of 1 Cor).
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Every respectable person dresses modestly.Ethically no religion can claim to have autonomy over any particular dress code.Maybe we need to make every Christian,Muslim, Buddhist,etc,know they can wear any dress code as long as it is modestly acceptable to the public.This is not only of women alone.I think that men too dress in a way that captures women's admiration,but that was not discussed by the religious books.I think that is not fair enough because this competition between the opposite sexes of arousing one another's feelings is what is actually creating the problems of immodest dressing.