Overview
The word "tire" in older English translations refers to an ornamental headdress, crown, or turban worn as a symbol of beauty, wealth, and social status in ancient Near Eastern cultures. Biblical references to tires typically appear in prophetic passages warning against pride in personal appearance and worldly adornment.
Key Scriptures
"In that day the Lord will take away the beauty of their anklets, headbands, crescent ornaments, pendants, bracelets, and veils" (Isaiah 3:18, ESV). Here "headbands" refers to tires worn as decorative adornment.
"Also I took off my ornaments and my beautiful jewels and became bald" (Ezekiel 24:17, NASB), where the prophet removed signs of beauty and status during mourning, contrasting worldly adornment with spiritual priorities.
Application
Believers should evaluate whether their pursuit of physical appearance and status symbols reflects dependence on worldly standards rather than the imperishable beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit valued by God (1 Peter 3:3-4).