Paul uses the phrase that "nature itself" reveals that long hair to a man is shameful. The Scriptures of course specifically address many issues and a solid foundation of biblical principles may address many things indirectly. Other things may be unwise and consequently sinful, even though the Scriptures may not specifically address them, because common sense should prevail in such matters. You ought not allow your children to play on the steep barn roof, for instance.
In regard to law of nature, Barnes remarks:
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That which is universal we say is according to nature. It is such as is demanded by the natural sense of fitness among men. Thus we may say that nature demands that the sexes should wear different kinds of dress; that nature demands that the female should be modest and retiring; that nature demands that the toils of the chase, of the field, of war —the duties of office, of government, and of professional life, should be discharged by men. Such are in general the customs the world over; and if any reason is asked for numerous habits that exist in society, no better answer can be given than that nature, as arranged by God, has demanded it.
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When it becomes the rage to have an elephant tusk surgically attached to our cheek, the believer should have the good sense to suggest that such a practice ought not be utilized without fear of the rest of Christendom calling him a legalist when he fails to come up with a specific chapter and verse.