Rebuttal: 'I do not permit' is apostolic authority, not mere opinion

Douglas Moo argues that Paul's use of first person does not reduce his authority — Paul regularly issues authoritative rulings in first person ('I want,' 'I urge,' 'I commend'). Tom Schreiner notes that the present tense of 'I do not permit' indicates an ongoing, standing policy, not a one-time exception. Mike points out that Paul grounds his ruling in creation (vv.13-14), which would be absurd if it were merely his personal preference. The appeal to universal creation order demonstrates this is meant as binding church instruction.