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.
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.
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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