If you've read the Bible, then you've probably come across the phrase "gird up your loins." I've always thought it was a funny turn of phrase. Loins….heh.
Back in the days of the ancient Near East, both men and women wore flowing tunics.
Posted on 10/03/2014 9:59:57 AM PDT by EveningStar
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If you've read the Bible, then you've probably come across the phrase "gird up your loins." I've always thought it was a funny turn of phrase. Loins….heh.
Back in the days of the ancient Near East, both men and women wore flowing tunics.
(Excerpt) Read more at artofmanliness.com ...
"Never trust a dude in a tunic."
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