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What the Bible Says About Beds

Overview

The Bible addresses beds across 12 verses, drawn from both the Old and New Testaments. These passages cluster most in 1 Samuel, Song of Solomon and Amos. Closely related themes include En-Dor, Familiar Spirits, Sorcery and Witchcraft. Figures whose stories touch this theme include Solomon, Saul, David and Jesus.

Key Bible verses about beds

Old Testament

People in the Bible and beds

Biblical figures whose stories intersect with this theme.

In the Bible dictionary

Studying beds for yourself

  • Begin with 1 Samuel 28:23, then read the passages below in canonical order.
  • Compare how 1 Samuel, Song of Solomon and Amos each treat the theme.
  • Consider the lives of Solomon, Saul and David and how their stories intersect with it.
  • Widen the study to related themes: En-Dor, Familiar Spirits, Sorcery and Witchcraft.

Frequently asked questions

What does the Bible say about beds?

The Bible addresses beds across 12 verses, drawn from both the Old and New Testaments. These passages cluster most in 1 Samuel, Song of Solomon and Amos. Closely related themes include En-Dor, Familiar Spirits, Sorcery and Witchcraft. Figures whose stories touch this theme include Solomon, Saul, David and Jesus.

How many Bible verses are about beds?

The Bible references beds in 12 verses (King James Version).

Where does the Bible first mention beds?

In canonical order, the first of these passages is 1 Samuel 28:23: “But he refused, and said, I will not eat. But his servants, together with the woman, compelled him; and he hearkened unto their voice. So he arose from the earth, and sat upon the bed.”

Which people in the Bible are associated with beds?

Solomon, Saul, David and Jesus.

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