Christians Wearing Kippah's and Prayer Shawls

[Simplistik]

Honestly, I'm not sure where to post this so I hope this is the right place

So...what's everyone think about a Christian wearing a kippah and using a prayer shawl?

 

[Dansiph]

Honestly, I'm not sure where to post this so I hope this is the right place

So...what's everyone think about a Christian wearing a kippah and using a prayer shawl?

I won't pretend I didn't have to look up what a kippah is. Now I've seen it I know, I just didn't know the name. Prayer shawl is self explanatory.

Before I answer I'd just ask why they are wearing them. Is there a reason some Christians would wear them?

 

[Not David]

You should get a prayer rope.

 

[TuxAme]

No reason to wear a kippa, but in my parish, we have a "prayer shawl ministry". They're not related to Jewish tallits, though, and are mostly given to those who have suffered losses or are going through a major life change (college, marriage, etc.)

 

[Phronema]

I would say no as we're not Jewish.

The prayer rope is a good idea along with praying the Jesus Prayer in my opinion.

 

[Dave-W]

Honestly, I'm not sure where to post this so I hope this is the right place

So...what's everyone think about a Christian wearing a kippah and using a prayer shawl?

It depends on the reason they wear them.

Most of them (in regular christian churches) are just being "Jewish wannabes;" and that is NOT a good reason. I wonder how many of them also lay tefillin. I would hazard a guess: very few to none.

However, In a messianic synagogue, or a traditional synagogue, kippas are entirely appropriate; and a talit may be also, depending on the local custom of that congregation.

 

[Dave-W]

Is there a reason some Christians would wear them?

No reason to wear a kippa,

IMO, they can also be used as physical objects of intercession. Interceding for the Jewish people is always appropriate. So that is one good reason.

 

[Simplistik]

View attachment 246678 You should get a prayer rope.

where can i acquire one? do you have any websites with info on them? i know of catholic, anglican, muslim and buddhist prayer beads but i've never heard of a prayer rope

 

[Simplistik]

I won't pretend I didn't have to look up what a kippah is. Now I've seen it I know, I just didn't know the name. Prayer shawl is self explanatory.

Before I answer I'd just ask why they are wearing them. Is there a reason some Christians would wear them?

well i was asking in general but the reason behind the question is this: a Messianic Temple sent me a prayer shawl and a kippah (what most people call a yarmulke) and I was wondering about if I should wear them.

That being said, I personally can't find any issue with me using the prayer shawl while I pray. Granted, there are Jewish customs and prayers associate with one so I guess the question becomes--should I perform the Jewish incantations and rituals before I use it?

As far as the kippah, I wore it to the gas station the other day and the guy working there asked if I was Muslim and got really confused when I said no and said that it was a Jewish headcovering. That's neither here nor there though, I do find that it helped me stay mindful of God and my actions when I was wearing it.

 

[Simplistik]

No reason to wear a kippa, but in my parish, we have a "prayer shawl ministry". They're not related to Jewish tallits, though, and are mostly given to those who have suffered losses or are going through a major life change (college, marriage, etc.)

Catholic churches in my area have the same prayer shawl ministry. I'm referring specifically to the Jewish tallit though.

 

[Simplistik]

The prayer rope is a good idea along with praying the Jesus Prayer in my opinion.

what is the Jesus Prayer?

 

[Tigger45]

what is the Jesus Prayer?

Lord Jesus Christ Son of God, have mercy on me a sinner.

 

[Not David]

where can i acquire one? do you have any websites with info on them? i know of catholic, anglican, muslim and buddhist prayer beads but i've never heard of a prayer rope

St. Paisius Monastery — We specialize in prayer ropes.

 

[JohnB445]

Baptists with Yamakas

 

[Go Braves]

What's a kippah?

 

[AvilaSurfer]

I wear a yarmulke once a year at a Seder. Prayer shawl? Yeah once in awhile. We also have a mezuzah on our door. As long as these things aren’t used to mock, I don’t see the problem. Traditions, y’know.

 

[Doctor.Sphinx]

Honestly, I'm not sure where to post this so I hope this is the right place

So...what's everyone think about a Christian wearing a kippah and using a prayer shawl?

I prefer to call them yarmulkes. I believe everyone should wear them. They keep the head warm, it's a great fashion statement, they make women look prettier, and men look more Jewish (chicks dig that) - if nothing else.



What's not to like? Even the pope wears one.


Oh - but the bible says men shouldn't pray with their heads uncovered. So when praying, you'll have to take it off, irrespective of the cold, or one's lack of hair.

 

[Hazelelponi]

As for the kippah (head covering) and the tallit (prayer shawl) it is not Biblical for Christians to wear

1 Corinthians 11:4, 1 Corinthians 11:7

"A man ought not to cover his head, since he is the image and glory of God; but woman is the glory of man."

So I guess it's whether you want to follow Christ or not.

 

[Doctor.Sphinx]

As for the kippah (head covering) and the tallit (prayer shawl) it is not Biblical for Christians to wear

1 Corinthians 11:4, 1 Corinthians 11:7

"A man ought not to cover his head, since he is the image and glory of God; but woman is the glory of man."

So I guess it's whether you want to follow Christ or not.

In context, this is whilst praying or prophesying. Not as a fashion statement, or to keep one's balding head warm in the snow.

 

[Hazelelponi]

In context, this is whilst praying or prophesying. Not as a fashion statement, or to keep one's balding head warm in the snow.

Why on earth would a Christian wear a symbol of a Jewish orthodox tradition as a "fashion statement"?

It's not very Christian in mind set..