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In the context of the Bible, hunting is an activity that is mentioned several times, often reflecting the skills and livelihood of certain individuals. The practice of hunting is primarily associated with providing food and resources, as well as demonstrating prowess and skill.

Biblical References to Hunting:

1. Nimrod: One of the earliest mentions of a hunter in the Bible is Nimrod, described as a "mighty hunter before the LORD" (Genesis 10:9). Nimrod is a descendant of Noah through Ham and is noted for his kingdom-building and hunting skills. His reputation as a hunter is significant enough to be mentioned in the genealogical records, indicating the importance of hunting in his time.

2. Esau: Another prominent hunter in the Bible is Esau, the elder son of Isaac and Rebekah. Esau is described as "a skillful hunter, a man of the field" (Genesis 25:27). His hunting skills are central to his identity and play a crucial role in the narrative of his relationship with his brother Jacob, particularly in the account of the birthright and blessing (Genesis 25:29-34; 27:1-40).

3. Ishmael: Although not explicitly called a hunter, Ishmael, the son of Abraham and Hagar, is described as an archer (Genesis 21:20). His ability to use a bow suggests a proficiency in hunting, which would have been essential for survival in the wilderness.

Symbolism and Cultural Context:

In the ancient Near Eastern context, hunting was not only a means of sustenance but also a demonstration of strength and bravery. Hunters were often seen as protectors and providers, roles that were highly valued in patriarchal societies. The skills required for hunting—such as tracking, patience, and precision—were also metaphorically applied to leadership and warfare.

Moral and Ethical Considerations:

While the Bible does not explicitly condemn hunting, it does provide guidelines for the treatment of animals and the responsible use of resources. For instance, the dietary laws given to the Israelites include instructions on which animals may be eaten (Leviticus 11), and the principle of stewardship over creation is a recurring theme (Genesis 1:28). These guidelines suggest a balance between utilizing animals for human needs and respecting God's creation.

Hunting in Prophetic and Poetic Literature:

Hunting imagery is also used metaphorically in the prophetic and poetic books of the Bible. For example, in Jeremiah 16:16 , God speaks of sending "many hunters" to capture those who have strayed from His ways, illustrating the relentless pursuit of divine justice. Similarly, in the Psalms, the wicked are sometimes likened to hunters who lay traps for the righteous (Psalm 91:3).

Overall, the concept of hunting in the Bible encompasses both the practical aspects of survival and the symbolic representation of strength, skill, and divine pursuit.
Strong's Hebrew
4364. makmar -- a net, snare
... net Or mikmor {mik-more'}; from kamar in the sense of blackening by heat; a (hunter's)
net (as dark from concealment) -- net. see HEBREW kamar. 4363, 4364. ...
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Library

Psalm XCI.
... Whence shall he deliver thee? "From the snare of the hunter, and from a ... Many have
fallen into the hunter's net through a harsh word. What is it that I say? ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/augustine/exposition on the book of psalms/psalm xci.htm

I an African Free-Town Subject to Rome
... trees and ilex. It presents itself as a land of mountain and forest"especially
forest. It is a hunter's country. Game is plentiful ...
/.../bertrand/saint augustin/i an african free-town subject.htm

He Moves to Mt. Byrd. Debate with JW Fitch. Preaches at Madison ...
... Byrd. My house not being completed, we lived in the lower end of Hunter's
Bottom, above Milton. We spent here a very pleasant year. ...
/.../chapter xiv he moves to.htm

The Hope of Future Bliss
... enemies, he would not have penned his Psalms; but when hunted like a partridge on
the mountains, when driven like the timid roe before the hunter's dogs, he ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 1 1855/the hope of future bliss.htm

The Cords of Sin
... attracting, but hampering and fettering, twine themselves round the rebellious life,
and the man is like a wild creature snared in the hunter's toils, enmeshed ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture g/the cords of sin.htm

A Bad Bargain
... GENESIS A BAD BARGAIN. 'And the boys grew: and Esau was a cunning hunter, a man
of the field; and Jacob was a plain man, dwelling in tents. ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture k/a bad bargain.htm

Through Her Bosom, we are Told, Nana Conceived a Son by an Apple. ...
... love is infamous and disgraceful. Acdestis, too, loved him above all, enriching
him with a hunter's gifts. There could be no danger ...
/.../the seven books of arnobius against the heathen/13 through her bosom we.htm

February the Ninth the Rock and the Bowing Wall
... reach of the arrow. "Flee as a bird to your mountain!" Get beyond the hunter's
range! Our security is found in loftiness. It is our ...
/.../my daily meditation for the circling year/february the ninth the rock.htm

Prefatory Remarks on the Need of Exact Investigation of the Most ...
... Just as in the hunter's snare, or in the soldier's ambush, the trick is generally
ingeniously concealed, so it is with the inquiries of the majority of the ...
/.../basil/basil letters and select works/chapter i prefatory remarks on.htm

Again on the Words of the Gospel, Matt. xi. 28, "Come unto Me, all ...
... And although a boar or a stag be caught, it is more sweet to the hunter's mind because
it has been caught, than it is to the eater's palate because it is ...
/.../sermons on selected lessons of the new testament/sermon xx again on the.htm

Thesaurus
Hunter's (1 Occurrence)
...Hunter's (1 Occurrence). Proverbs 6:5 Deliver thyself as a gazelle from the hand
of the hunter, and as a bird from the hand of the fowler. (See NAS). ...
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Camp (222 Occurrences)
... 2. (n.) A collection of tents, huts, etc., for shelter, commonly arranged in an
orderly manner. 3. (n.) A single hut or shelter; as, a hunter's camp. ...
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Ephraim (168 Occurrences)
... of Gilead. Noah Webster's Dictionary. (n.) A hunter's name for the grizzly
bear. Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. EPHRAIM (1). e'-fra ...
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Huntest (2 Occurrences)

/h/huntest.htm - 7k

Hunters (1 Occurrence)

/h/hunters.htm - 6k

Hunting (9 Occurrences)
... Easton's Bible Dictionary Mentioned first in Genesis 10:9 in connection
with Nimrod. Esau was "a cunning hunter" (Genesis 25:27). ...
/h/hunting.htm - 22k

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