The Definition of the word Baldness

Baldness

From natural causes was uncommon (2 Kings 2:23; Isa. 3:24). It "was included apparently under "scab" and "scurf," which" disqualified for the priesthood (Lev. 21:20). The Egyptians were rarely subject to it. This probably arose from their custom of "constantly shaving the head, only allowing the hair to grow as a" sign of mourning. With the Jews artificial baldness was a sign of mourning (Isa. 22:12; Jer. 7:29; 16:6); it also marked the conclusion of a Nazarite's vow (Acts 18:18; 21:24; Num. 6:9). It is often alluded to (Micah 1:16; Amos 8:10; Jer. 47:5). The Jews were forbidden to follow the customs of surrounding nations in making themselves bald (Deut. 14:1).