Bible Dictionary

Beast

an animal, especially a large or wild animal

Quick Reference

Total Entries

116

Entry Position

12 of 116

Letter

B

Meaning

an animal, especially a large or wild animal

Key Scriptures

  • Genesis 1:24
  • Psalm 50:10
  • Daniel 7
  • Revelation 13
  • Revelation 17

Also Called

beast of the field living creature

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Basic Meaning

A beast is an animal, especially a large, wild, or powerful animal.

The word has been used throughout history to describe various kinds of animals and creatures.


Biblical Usage

The word beast appears throughout Scripture in historical narratives, poetry, prophecy, and visions.

References to beasts occur in both ordinary descriptions of animals and prophetic passages.


  • Horn
  • Dragon
  • Revelation

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Scriptures

  • Genesis 1:24
  • Psalm 50:10
  • Daniel 7
  • Revelation 13
  • Revelation 17

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