Comment on Why does Orthodox Christian priests and monks wears long beards and why Roman Catholics does not by Vasilis (Billy).
Dear brothers and sisters.
It is not the beard that shall influence or assist in the salvation of our soul. Many non believers and atheists do have beards. Many evil doers and sinners do have beards. Wild and rough bikers of numerous biker gangs have long beards.
Our judgement will be influenced by our behaviour and the condition of our heart. Perhaps a beard may serve us as a humble reminder of what our true purpose in life is and allow us to focus deeper on pleasing our Father in Heaven rather than our own self.
A Priest willl also be judged according to his actions and not his appearance. No commandment enforces the beard upon any man. Tradition and culture that has been created by man himself, is what enforces and encourages certain profiles or factors.
Love everyone and assist the blind souls towards the light.
