Overview
The Bible addresses satyr across 4 verses, drawn from the Old Testament. These passages cluster most in Isaiah, Leviticus and 2 Chronicles. Closely related themes include Owl, the, Sacrifices, Levites and Rehoboam.
Key Bible verses about satyr
Old Testament
Isaiah
But wild beasts of the desert shall lie there; and their houses shall be full of doleful creatures; and owls shall dwell there, and satyrs shall dance there. wild: Heb. Ziim doleful: Heb. Ochim owls: or, ostriches: Heb. daughters of the owl
The wild beasts of the desert shall also meet with the wild beasts of the island, and the satyr shall cry to his fellow; the screech owl also shall rest there, and find for herself a place of rest. The wilddesert: Heb. Ziim the wildisland: Heb. Ijim screech: or, night monster
In the Bible dictionary
Studying satyr for yourself
- Begin with Leviticus 17:7, then read the passages below in canonical order.
- Compare how Isaiah, Leviticus and 2 Chronicles each treat the theme.
- Widen the study to related themes: Owl, the, Sacrifices, Levites and Rehoboam.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Bible say about satyr?
The Bible addresses satyr across 4 verses, drawn from the Old Testament. These passages cluster most in Isaiah, Leviticus and 2 Chronicles. Closely related themes include Owl, the, Sacrifices, Levites and Rehoboam.
How many Bible verses are about satyr?
The Bible references satyr in 4 verses (King James Version).
Where does the Bible first mention satyr?
In canonical order, the first of these passages is Leviticus 17:7: “And they shall no more offer their sacrifices unto devils, after whom they have gone a whoring. This shall be a statute for ever unto them throughout their generations.”
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