“And I saw a great dragon, having seven heads and ten horns, and seven crowns upon his heads.” – Revelation 12:3
Bible Verses About Dragons
Revelation 12:3 – This passage illustrates a powerful vision of a dragon representing evil and opposition to God.
“And there appeared another wonder in heaven; and behold a great red dragon, having seven heads and ten horns, and seven crowns upon his heads.” – Revelation 12:3
Job 41:1 – This verse describes a great creature known as Leviathan, often interpreted as a dragon or a sea monster.
“Canst thou draw out leviathan with a hook? or his tongue with a cord which thou lettest down?” – Job 41:1
Psalms 74:14 – The imagery of dragons is used to symbolize the power of God over chaotic beasts.
“Thou brakest the heads of leviathan in pieces, and gavest him to be meat to the people inhabiting the wilderness.” – Psalm 74:14
Isaiah 27:1 – This verse speaks of the Lord punishing the dragon in the sea, showcasing His authority over these fearsome beings.
“In that day the Lord with his sore and great and strong sword shall punish leviathan the piercing serpent, even leviathan that crooked serpent; and he shall slay the dragon that is in the sea.” – Isaiah 27:1
Revelation 20:2 – The dragon is clearly identified as Satan, emphasizing the spiritual struggle between good and evil.
“And he laid hold on the dragon, that old serpent, which is the Devil, and Satan, and bound him a thousand years.” – Revelation 20:2
Micah 1:8 – This verse expresses the prophet’s response to evil, using the image of a dragon to illustrate destruction.
“Therefore I will wail and howl, I will go stripped and naked: I will make a wailing like the dragons, and mourning as the owls.” – Micah 1:8
Ezekiel 29:3 – The image of a dragon is associated with Egypt, representing pride and defiance against God.
“Speak, and say, Thus saith the Lord God; Behold, I am against thee, Pharaoh king of Egypt, the great dragon that lieth in the midst of his rivers, which hath said, My river is mine own, and I have made it for myself.” – Ezekiel 29:3
Isaiah 30:6 – In this verse, dragons are part of the imagery used to denote the beasts of burden found in Egypt.
“The burden of the beasts of the south: into the land of trouble and anguish, from whence come the young and old lion, the viper and fiery flying serpent, they will carry their riches upon the shoulders of young asses, and their treasures upon the bunches of camels, to a people that shall not profit them.” – Isaiah 30:6
Revelation 12:7 – This passage describes a war in heaven where Michael and his angels fought against the dragon and his angels.
“And there was war in heaven: Michael and his angels fought against the dragon; and the dragon fought and his angels.” – Revelation 12:7
Malachi 1:3 – This verse, while discussing God’s love for Jacob, also contrasts with Esau, where dragons symbolize desolation.
“And I hated Esau, and laid his mountains and his heritage waste for the dragons of the wilderness.” – Malachi 1:3
Psalms 148:7 – This verse invite all creatures, even sea creatures, to praise the Lord including dragons.
“Praise the Lord from the earth, ye dragons, and all deeps:” – Psalm 148:7
Isaiah 34:13 – Here, dragons represent desolation and devastation as part of God’s judgment.
“And thorns shall come up in her palaces, nettles and brambles in the fortresses thereof: and it shall be an habitation of dragons, and a court for owls.” – Isaiah 34:13
Micah 1:8 – The prophet uses the imagery of dragons to express mourning and lamentation.
“Therefore I will wail and howl, I will go stripped and naked: I will make a wailing like the dragons, and mourning as the owls.” – Micah 1:8
Revelation 13:2 – The beast that rises up from the sea is described with characteristics of a dragon.
“And the beast which I saw was like unto a leopard, and his feet were as the feet of a bear, and his mouth as the mouth of a lion: and the dragon gave him his power, and his seat, and great authority.” – Revelation 13:2
Isaiah 13:22 – This verse depicts a desolate place that becomes a dwelling for dragons, signifying destruction.
“And the wild beasts of the desert shall meet with the wild beasts of the islands, and the satyr shall cry to his fellow; the screech owl also shall rest there, and find for herself a place of rest.” – Isaiah 13:22
Zechariah 11:3 – Dragons are part of the imagery used in prophetic declarations regarding desolation.
“There is a voice of the howling of the shepherds; for their glory is spoiled: a voice of the roaring of young lions; for the pride of Jordan is spoiled.” – Zechariah 11:3
Psalms 91:13 – Although not directly named as dragons, this verse suggests overcoming great dangers.
“Thou shalt tread upon the lion and adder: the young lion and the dragon shalt thou trample under feet.” – Psalm 91:13
Lamentations 4:3 – The word dragon is used here to illustrate the plight of children amid chaos.
“Even the sea monsters draw out the breast, they give suck to their young ones: the daughter of my people is become cruel, like the ostriches in the wilderness.” – Lamentations 4:3
Jeremiah 51:34 – In this prophecy, the dragon is spoken of in relation to the destruction of Babylon.
“Nebuchadnezzar the king of Babylon hath devoured me, he hath crushed me, he hath made me an empty vessel; he hath swallowed me up like a dragon, he hath filled his belly with my delicacies; he hath cast me out.” – Jeremiah 51:34
Isaiah 30:6 – The beasts of burden, including dragons, symbolize the troubles of times ahead.
“The burden of the beasts of the south: into the land of trouble and anguish, from whence come the young and old lion, the viper and fiery flying serpent; they will carry their riches upon the shoulders of young asses, and their treasures upon the bunches of camels, to a people that shall not profit them.” – Isaiah 30:6
Lamentations 4:3 – The author compares the cruelty faced by the people of Jerusalem to that of a dragon.
“Even the sea monsters draw out the breast, they give suck to their young ones: the daughter of my people is become cruel, like the ostriches in the wilderness.” – Lamentations 4:3
Isaiah 34:15 – This verse mentions the creatures that inhabit deserts, further including dragons in judgment.
“There shall the great owl make her nest, and lay, and hatch, and gather under her shadow: there shall the vultures also be gathered, every one with her mate.” – Isaiah 34:15
Ezekiel 32:2 – The imagery of a dragon is used to depict Egypt’s enemy status.
“Son of man, take up a lamentation for Pharaoh king of Egypt, and say unto him, Thou art like a young lion of the nations, and thou art as a whale in the seas.” – Ezekiel 32:2
Final Thoughts
Dragons in the Bible illustrate powerful forces, often symbolizing chaos, evil, or judgment. When we read about these creatures, we gain insight into the spiritual battles present throughout scripture. The dragon’s imagery serves as a reminder of God’s sovereignty over all creation, including the darkest symbols of evil we encounter. As we explore these verses, it invites us to trust in God’s ultimate victory over all forces that oppose us.
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