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Musical Instruments In Scripture

Contributor / Topic: Biblical Foundations of Worship
Source: The Complete Library of Christian Worship, Robert E. Webber, General Editor

The Bible frequently mentions musical instruments in association with the praise of the Lord. The following six entries explain that percussion, wind, and string instruments each had their place in the worship of the people of God.…

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Chapters & Articles in Musical Instruments In Scripture (6)

Entry 1
Scriptural References to Instruments (Biblical)

In Scripture, musical instruments serve a purpose within and for the life of the covenant community; their function…

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Entry 2
Percussion Instruments (Biblical)

Percussion instruments are those that make their sound when struck or shaken; biblical percussion instruments inclu…

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Entry 3
Wind Instruments (Biblical)

Wind instruments are of three general classes: those that use lip vibrations in creating the sound (trumpets and ho…

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Entry 4
Stringed Instruments (Biblical)

Several sorts of stringed instruments are mentioned in the Bible. The harp and the lyre, especially, were prominent…

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Entry 5
The Sanctuary Orchestra (Biblical)

The sanctuary orchestra accompanied the singers and served to call the people to the worship of Yahweh. The sanct…

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Entry 6
Symbolism of Instrumentation (Biblical)

Each of the instruments used in Israel had its function in the life of the people, as described. Their customary us…

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