5142 clapping
Dictionary of Bible Themes

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Applauding with one's hands, as an expression of delight. Scripture portrays even the creation sharing in this delight at the majesty of its Creator.

Clapping as an expression of delight

At a coronation

2 Kings 11:12

Expressing praise

Psalm 47:1

Expressing the delight of the creation in its Creator

Psalm 98:8 See also Isaiah 55:12

Clapping as an act of derision

Lamentations 2:15 See also Job 27:21-23; Job 34:37; Ezekiel 25:6; Nahum 3:19

See also

5156  hand
5830  delight
8283  joy



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