Tattoos

What, if anything, does the Bible say about tattoos and body piercings? It seems that you cannot go anywhere without seeing people who have one or the other. I know that the Old Testament forbids tattoos, but many had body piercings. Could there be a connection between the acceptance of tattoos and the end time—“taking the mark of the beast?” Also, what about those who tattoo their bodies with a Bible verse, cross, or something that reflects their faith? Our bodies are the temple of the Lord,...