Easy Bible・1 Corinthians 11

The Lord's Supper and Head Coverings

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In this chapter, the apostle Paul gives instructions to the Corinthian church regarding two important aspects of worship: the Lord's Supper and head coverings. He begins by reminding them of the tradition he received from the Lord concerning the Lord's Supper. Paul recounts how Jesus took bread, gave thanks, broke it, and said, 'This is my body, which is for you; do this in remembrance of me.' Likewise, He took the cup, saying, 'This cup is the new covenant in my blood; do this, whenever you drink it, in remembrance of me.' Paul emphasizes the importance of partaking in the Lord's Supper in a worthy manner, examining oneself before eating the bread and drinking the cup. Moving on to the issue of head coverings, Paul explains that men should not cover their heads when praying or prophesying, as they are the image and glory of God. On the other hand, women should cover their heads as a symbol of submission to authority. Paul appeals to the order of creation, stating that man was created first, and then woman. He further explains that a woman's long hair is given to her as a covering, but it is proper for her to have a physical covering as well. Paul concludes this section by stating that if anyone wants to argue about this matter, they should recognize that the practice of head coverings is a custom among the churches of God. In summary, 1 Corinthians 11 teaches us about the significance of the Lord's Supper and the practice of head coverings in worship. It reminds us to approach the Lord's Supper with reverence and self-examination. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of recognizing and respecting the God-given roles and order within the church community.