The answer is: Man

1 Cor 11:3

In 1 Corinthians 11:3, when Paul states that "the head of every man is Christ, the head of the woman is man, and the head of Christ is God," it opens up a myriad of discussions about gender roles rooted deeply in historical and cultural contexts. Understanding Paul's remarks requires stepping into his world — a patriarchal society where hierarchy was the norm, both in families and broader social structures.

Interestingly, when we glance throughout both the Old and New Testaments, we see remarkable women who challenge these constraints. Figures like Deborah, who led Israel as a judge, or Lydia, the first Europe convert mentioned in Acts, add intriguing layers to the narrative about women's roles. The Bible relays that unlike the quite strict outgoing head for men, the Israelite structure appreciated women's contributions significantly.

Moreover, some scholars denote that the term "head" might not necessarily imply strict dominance but rather a relational dynamism of leadership, care, and responsibility. Think of how the essence of leadership navigates love — in Galatians 3:28, Paul writes of universal equality in Christ, offering a glow of mutual respect and understanding that fosters strong, balanced relationships.

In recent studies, some modern readers look back on Paul’s words and emphasize that interpreting them involves unraveling his cultural myths, and thus finding brass tacks that speak to our own realities, evolving our understanding of partnership and shared leadership today.