Both egalitarian explanations for the priesthood ban seem forced; Mike wanted to become egalitarian but was driven away by poor Scripture handling.

Both egalitarian options (uncleanness and prostitution) seem forced and stretch the text. Mike shares that he wanted to become egalitarian as he studied but grew frustrated because he expected better arguments, especially since he respects these scholars and their genuine love for Jesus, unity, and fairness. It was their handling of Scripture that depressed him. He refuses to protect scholars at the expense of listeners' discernment.