In general the reformers and reformed tradition have looked upon the head covering as an alterable sign. By that is not meant that it was considered to be indifferent. Rather, the customs relative to male-female roles and subjection to authority have been maintained so as not to bring the church of God into disrepute with the broader mores of society. The problem in our age is that the modern belief in freedom of expression means that society fails to provide formal customs of differentiation. It is interesting to observe, however, that in strictly formal gatherings of civil dignitaries women wear head coverings and men remain uncovered as a basic custom. If we observe our governors, as we are advised to do in Scripture, we will see a basis for maintaining the distinction and following the custom prescribed by the apostle whilst acknowledging it to be an alterable sign.
Male head covering
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