Overview
The Bible addresses silk across 4 verses, drawn from both the Old and New Testaments. These passages cluster most in Ezekiel, Proverbs and Revelation. Closely related themes include Bride, Bridegroom, God and Ingratitude to God.
Key Bible verses about silk
Old Testament
Ezekiel
I clothed thee also with broidered work, and shod thee with badgers' skin, and I girded thee about with fine linen, and I covered thee with silk.
Thus wast thou decked with gold and silver; and thy raiment was of fine linen, and silk, and broidered work; thou didst eat fine flour, and honey, and oil: and thou wast exceeding beautiful, and thou didst prosper into a kingdom.
In the Bible dictionary
Studying silk for yourself
- Begin with Proverbs 31:22, then read the passages below in canonical order.
- Compare how Ezekiel, Proverbs and Revelation each treat the theme.
- Widen the study to related themes: Bride, Bridegroom, God and Ingratitude to God.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Bible say about silk?
The Bible addresses silk across 4 verses, drawn from both the Old and New Testaments. These passages cluster most in Ezekiel, Proverbs and Revelation. Closely related themes include Bride, Bridegroom, God and Ingratitude to God.
How many Bible verses are about silk?
The Bible references silk in 4 verses (King James Version).
Where does the Bible first mention silk?
In canonical order, the first of these passages is Proverbs 31:22: “She maketh herself coverings of tapestry; her clothing is silk and purple.”
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