This article wrestles with the instruction in 1 Corinthians 11 that women should wear head coverings. It deals with matters such as the meaning of "head," whether to translate verse 3 as "man and woman" or "husband and wife," and the meaning of head covering then and now. It considers the reasons why Paul wanted women to be covered. It concludes with how the church today is to apply the text.

This article is of value for those who have had or are considering an abortion, and for the church in learning how to respond to those who have had one and are sorrowful over it, whether inside or outside the church.