Bible Dictionary

Dragon

a large reptilian or serpent-like creature found in legends, literature, and symbolic imagery

Quick Reference

Total Entries

116

Entry Position

34 of 116

Letter

D

Meaning

a large reptilian or serpent-like creature found in legends, literature, and symbolic imagery

Key Scriptures

  • Psalm 74:13
  • Isaiah 27:1
  • Revelation 12
  • Revelation 20

Also Called

serpent

Related Terms

Basic Meaning

A dragon is a large reptilian or serpent-like creature found in legends, literature, art, and symbolic imagery.

Descriptions of dragons vary across different cultures and traditions.


Biblical Usage

The word dragon appears in several books of Scripture, including poetry, prophecy, and Revelation.

References to dragons occur in both the Old Testament and the New Testament.


  • Serpent
  • Beast
  • Revelation

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Scriptures

  • Psalm 74:13
  • Isaiah 27:1
  • Revelation 12
  • Revelation 20

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