Nigerian Woman Sparks Debate, Says Christian Women Should Not Wear Earrings

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A Nigerian woman has argued that women who identify as Christians should not wear earrings or other gold ornaments. She said ear piercing alters what God created and cited Bible passages including 1 Timothy 2, 1 Peter 3, Isaiah 3 and Leviticus 19 to support her position. She urged women who wear earrings to remove them and repent. Her comments are likely to spark debate over biblical teachings on modesty, jewellery and personal appearance.

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