Dictionary of Bible Themes – 5142 clapping
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5142 clapping

5142 clapping

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 2Ki 11:12

Expressing praise Ps 47:1

Expressing the delight of the creation in its Creator Ps 98:8 See also Isa 55:12

Clapping as an act of derision

La 2:15 See also Job 27:21-23; Job 34:37; Eze 25:6; Na 3:19

See also

5156hand
5830delight
8283joy

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