Overview
The Bible addresses timbrel across 9 verses, drawn from the Old Testament. These passages cluster most in Psalms, Exodus and Judges. Closely related themes include Music, Psaltery, Kirjath-Jearim and Trumpet. Figures whose stories touch this theme include David, Aaron, Miriam and Jephthah.
Key Bible verses about timbrel
Old Testament
Psalms
The singers went before, the players on instruments followed after; among them were the damsels playing with timbrels.
Take a psalm, and bring hither the timbrel, the pleasant harp with the psaltery.
Let them praise his name in the dance: let them sing praises unto him with the timbrel and harp. in: or, with the pipe
Praise him with the timbrel and dance: praise him with stringed instruments and organs. dance: or, pipe
People in the Bible and timbrel
Biblical figures whose stories intersect with this theme.
In the Bible dictionary
Studying timbrel for yourself
- Begin with Exodus 15:20, then read the passages below in canonical order.
- Compare how Psalms, Exodus and Judges each treat the theme.
- Consider the lives of David, Aaron and Miriam and how their stories intersect with it.
- Widen the study to related themes: Music, Psaltery, Kirjath-Jearim and Trumpet.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Bible say about timbrel?
The Bible addresses timbrel across 9 verses, drawn from the Old Testament. These passages cluster most in Psalms, Exodus and Judges. Closely related themes include Music, Psaltery, Kirjath-Jearim and Trumpet. Figures whose stories touch this theme include David, Aaron, Miriam and Jephthah.
How many Bible verses are about timbrel?
The Bible references timbrel in 9 verses (King James Version).
Where does the Bible first mention timbrel?
In canonical order, the first of these passages is Exodus 15:20: “And Miriam the prophetess, the sister of Aaron, took a timbrel in her hand; and all the women went out after her with timbrels and with dances.”
Which people in the Bible are associated with timbrel?
David, Aaron, Miriam and Jephthah.
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