Nudity in the Bible Indicates Shame About Wrongdoing

In the Bible, nudity is associated with shame about misconduct (Isa 47:3–13; Jer 13:23–26; Ezek 16:15–49; Hos 2:1–13; Nah 3:1–5; Hab 2:15–16; Rev 3:17–18, 16:15). For example, Adam and Eve were ashamed of their nudity after their disobedience (Gen 2:16–3:13). Similarly, the naked Noah was ashamed of being drunk (9:20–25). Likewise, the unclothed Israelites were linked with shame for their golden calf idolatry (Exod 32:1–25). Likewise, in Matt 4:18–22, Mark 1:16–20, and Luke 5:1–11, Jesus asked Peter to leave his fishing career and become an evangelist (‘fisher of men’) instead. Unfortunately, Peter went back to fishing in John 21:1–19 (although John 21:1–25 is likely a later addition). Importantly, Peter was naked while fishing (21:7), which implies that he was ashamed of himself for not following Christ’s directives. In conclusion, nudity in the Bible indicates shame about wrongdoing.