Overview
The Bible addresses adder across 5 verses, drawn from the Old Testament. These passages cluster most in Psalms, Genesis and Proverbs. Closely related themes include Serpent, Serpents, Reptiles and Children. Figures whose stories touch this theme include Dan.
Key Bible verses about adder
Old Testament
Psalms
Their poison is like the poison of a serpent: they are like the deaf adder that stoppeth her ear; like the poison: Heb. according to the likeness, etc adder: or, asp
Thou shalt tread upon the lion and adder: the young lion and the dragon shalt thou trample under feet. adder: or, asp
They have sharpened their tongues like a serpent; adders' poison is under their lips. Selah.
People in the Bible and adder
Biblical figures whose stories intersect with this theme.
In the Bible dictionary
Studying adder for yourself
- Begin with Genesis 49:17, then read the passages below in canonical order.
- Compare how Psalms, Genesis and Proverbs each treat the theme.
- Consider the lives of Dan and how their stories intersect with it.
- Widen the study to related themes: Serpent, Serpents, Reptiles and Children.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Bible say about adder?
The Bible addresses adder across 5 verses, drawn from the Old Testament. These passages cluster most in Psalms, Genesis and Proverbs. Closely related themes include Serpent, Serpents, Reptiles and Children. Figures whose stories touch this theme include Dan.
How many Bible verses are about adder?
The Bible references adder in 5 verses (King James Version).
Where does the Bible first mention adder?
In canonical order, the first of these passages is Genesis 49:17: “Dan shall be a serpent by the way, an adder in the path, that biteth the horse heels, so that his rider shall fall backward. an adder: Heb. an arrow-snake”
Which people in the Bible are associated with adder?
Dan.
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