The what of my what?

In Biblical times, men and women wore loose-fitting clothing, but when the time came for combat or for hard physical labor, it was necessary to comport oneself differently, including the adjustment of clothing close to the body.

It is in this sense that Saint Peter in today’s first reading (1 Peter 1:10-16) tells us to “gird up the loins of your mind.” The days in which we are living are not a time for ease and relaxation, spiritually and morally, but for faithful work.

Gird up the loins of your mind, live soberly,
and set your hopes completely
on the grace to be brought to you
at the revelation of Jesus Christ.

Like obedient children,
do not act
in compliance with the desires of your former ignorance
but, as he who called you is holy,
be holy yourselves in every aspect of your conduct,
for it is written,
Be holy because I am holy.