What is a club in the Bible?

In the Bible, a club is a primitive weapon, often a heavy wooden staff or mace used for striking in combat. It is distinguished from a shepherd's staff and is listed among the weapons of ancient warriors (Job 41:29).

Where is a club mentioned in the Bible?

The club is directly mentioned in Proverbs 25:18, which compares a lying tongue to 'a club, a sword, or a sharp arrow.' It is also referenced in the description of Leviathan's impervious hide in Job 41:29.

Why is the club significant in biblical context?

The club symbolizes brute force, violence, and destruction. Its primary significance is as a metaphor for harmful speech, teaching that false words can wound like a physical weapon (Proverbs 25:18).

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Club klub. ⇒See also the McClintock and Strong Biblical Cyclopedia. See ARMOR,III , 1; SHEPHERD; STAFF.

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