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However, writing instruments and methods of recording information were present and hold significance in the biblical narrative. The ancient world utilized various tools for writing, including styluses for inscribing on clay tablets, and later, reed pens for writing on papyrus and parchment.<br><br><b>Writing Instruments in the Bible</b><br><br>The Bible does not explicitly mention "pens" as a tool, but it does reference writing and the instruments used for it. In <a href="/jeremiah/36-18.htm">Jeremiah 36:18</a>, the scribe Baruch is described as using ink to write on a scroll: "Baruch answered, 'He dictated all these words to me, and I wrote them in ink on the scroll.'" This indicates the use of ink, which would have been applied with a reed pen or similar instrument.<br><br><b>Cultural and Historical Context</b><br><br>In ancient Israel and surrounding cultures, writing was a skill often associated with scribes, who were responsible for recording important documents, religious texts, and legal decrees. The use of reed pens, made from the hollow stems of plants, was common in Egypt and the Near East. These pens were dipped in ink made from soot or other natural substances mixed with water and gum.<br><br><b>Symbolism and Significance</b><br><br>Writing in the Bible often symbolizes permanence and authority. The act of writing God's laws on tablets, as seen in <a href="/exodus/31-18.htm">Exodus 31:18</a>, where God gives Moses the tablets of stone inscribed by His own finger, underscores the divine authority and unchanging nature of His commandments. Similarly, in <a href="/habakkuk/2-2.htm">Habakkuk 2:2</a>, the Lord instructs the prophet, "Write down the vision and make it plain on tablets, so that a herald may run with it." This emphasizes the importance of recording divine revelation for future generations.<br><br><b>The Role of Scribes</b><br><br>Scribes played a crucial role in the preservation and transmission of biblical texts. They were skilled in the art of writing and were responsible for copying manuscripts with great care. The meticulous work of scribes ensured the accuracy and consistency of Scripture over centuries. Ezra, a priest and scribe, is noted for his dedication to studying and teaching the Law of the Lord (<a href="/ezra/7-10.htm">Ezra 7:10</a>).<br><br><b>Metaphorical Use</b><br><br>The Bible also uses the concept of writing metaphorically to convey spiritual truths. In <a href="/2_corinthians/3-3.htm">2 Corinthians 3:3</a>, Paul writes, "You show that you are a letter from Christ, the result of our ministry, written not with ink but with the Spirit of the living God, not on tablets of stone but on tablets of human hearts." Here, the imagery of writing is used to describe the transformative work of the Holy Spirit in believers' lives.<br><br><b>Conclusion</b><br><br>While the Bible does not specifically mention "pens" as we know them today, the practice of writing and the tools associated with it are integral to the biblical narrative. Writing served as a means of preserving God's word, conveying His commandments, and symbolizing His eternal truths. The role of scribes and the metaphorical use of writing further highlight the significance of this practice in the spiritual and cultural life of ancient Israel.<a name="web" id="web"></a><div class="vheading2">Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary</div>(<I>n.</I>) pl. of Penny.<a name="heb" id="heb"></a><div class="vheading2">Strong's Hebrew</div><a href="/hebrew/723a.htm"><span class="l">723a. urvah -- a manger, crib</span></a><br><b>...</b> Word Origin from arah, see uryah Definition a manger, crib NASB Word Usage <b>pens</b><br> (1), sheepfolds (1), stalls (2). 723, 723a. urvah. 723b . Strong's Numbers. <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/hebrew/723a.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 5k</font><a name="lib" id="lib"></a><div class="vheading2">Library</div><p><a href="/library/kinkead/baltimore_catechism_no_4/lesson_1_on_the_end.htm"><span class="l">On the End of Man</span></a> <br><b>...</b> it to write. Although <b>pens</b> differ in size, shape, etc., they have all<br> one general form which is essential to them. So, although <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../christianbookshelf.org/kinkead/baltimore catechism no 4/lesson 1 on the end.htm</font><p><a href="/library/chidley/fifty-two_story_talks_to_boys_and_girls/a_tricky_ox.htm"><span class="l">A Tricky Ox</span></a> <br><b>...</b> And for that reason they are very timid and hard to get close to. So it is<br> difficult to get them near the <b>pens</b> where they want them. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../chidley/fifty-two story talks to boys and girls/a tricky ox.htm</font><p><a href="/library/theodoret/the_ecclesiastical_history_of_theodoret/chapter_iii_of_the_number_and.htm"><span class="l">Of the Number and Character of the Deeds done by Pagans against <b>...</b></span></a> <br><b>...</b> him into filthy sewers, and, when they had dragged him out again, delivered him<br> to a crowd of lads whom they charged to prick him without mercy with their <b>pens</b> <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../the ecclesiastical history of theodoret/chapter iii of the number and.htm</font><p><a href="/library/berkhof/new_evangelism_and_other_papers/the_method_of_the_new.htm"><span class="l">The Method of the New Theology, and Some of Its Applications</span></a> <br><b>...</b> To be negative, to oppose or denounce time-honoured doctrines is poor work"poor<br> work which unfortunately many minds and <b>pens</b> and pulpits are continually <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../berkhof/new evangelism and other papers/the method of the new.htm</font><p><a href="/library/hamilton/life_of_bunyan/life_of_bunyan.htm"><span class="l">Life of Bunyan</span></a> <br><b>...</b> After the pleasant sketches of <b>pens</b> so graceful as Southey's and Montgomery's; after<br> the elaborate biography of Mr Philip, whose researches have left few <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">//christianbookshelf.org/hamilton/life of bunyan/life of bunyan.htm</font><p><a href="/library/wishard/concerning_the_assumptions_of_destructive_criticism/foreword.htm"><span class="l">Foreword.</span></a> <br><b>...</b> While abler <b>pens</b> are meeting and answering the questions raised by destructive critics,<br> something may be said that will clear away the fog produced by them and <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../wishard/concerning the assumptions of destructive criticism/foreword.htm</font><p><a href="/library/justin/fragments_from_the_lost_writings_of_justin/fragment_i.htm"><span class="l">Fragment I.</span></a> <br><b>...</b> cap. vi.; and compare, --. "And of those demons that are found. In fire,<br> air, flood, or under ground," etc. Milton, <b>Pens</b>., line 93.]. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../justin/fragments from the lost writings of justin/fragment i.htm</font><p><a href="/library/rees/the_heart-cry_of_jesus/introduction_the_need_of_the.htm"><span class="l">Introduction. The Need of the Day.</span></a> <br><b>...</b> God is raising up writers and editors from whose <b>pens</b> pour melted truths, to the<br> edification and blessing of thousands. THE PURPOSE OF THIS BOOK. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../rees/the heart-cry of jesus/introduction the need of the.htm</font><p><a href="/library/callan/the_shepherd_of_my_soul/ii_shepherd_life_in_the.htm"><span class="l">Shepherd Life in the Orient.</span></a> <br><b>...</b> The folds or sheep <b>pens</b>, it must be observed, into which the sheep are gathered<br> for rest or protection are not roofed over or walled in like a house. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../callan/the shepherd of my soul/ii shepherd life in the.htm</font><p><a href="/library/alexander/the_boy_and_the_sunday_school/foreword.htm"><span class="l">Foreword</span></a> <br><b>...</b> FOREWORD. A great deal of material has come from the <b>pens</b> of various writers<br> on boy life in the last few years. Quite a little, also <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">//christianbookshelf.org/alexander/the boy and the sunday school/foreword.htm</font><a name="thes" id="thes"></a><div class="vheading2">Thesaurus</div><a href="/topical/p/pens.htm"><span class="l"><b>Pens</b> (8 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Multi-Version Concordance <b>Pens</b> (8 Occurrences). <b>...</b> 1 Samuel 24:3 He came to the sheep<br><b>pens</b> by the way, where there was a cave; and Saul went in to relieve himself. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/p/pens.htm - 8k</font><p><a href="/topical/p/pen.htm"><span class="l">Pen (16 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> This whole scene can best be explained if we consider that Baruch and the<br> king's scribes were in the habit of using reed <b>pens</b>. These <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/p/pen.htm - 14k</font><p><a href="/topical/k/knife.htm"><span class="l">Knife (10 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> sacrifice (Ezra 1:9). (5.) Smaller knives (Hebrews ta'ar, Jeremiah 36:26)<br> were used for sharpening <b>pens</b>. The pruning-knives mentioned <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/k/knife.htm - 13k</font><p><a href="/topical/g/geruth.htm"><span class="l">Geruth (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><b>...</b> But probably with Josephus we should read gidhroth, "hurdles" or "sheep <b>pens</b>" (Ant.,<br> X, ix, 5). Multi-Version Concordance Geruth (1 Occurrence). <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/g/geruth.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/g/geruth%20chimham.htm"><span class="l">Geruth Chimham</span></a><br><b>...</b> But probably with Josephus we should read gidhroth, "hurdles" or "sheep <b>pens</b>" (Ant.,<br> X, ix, 5). Geruth, Geruth Chimham. Geruth-chimham . Reference Bible. <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/g/geruth%20chimham.htm - 6k</font><p><a href="/topical/g/gross.htm"><span class="l">Gross (12 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> 9. (sing. & pl.) The number of twelve dozen; twelve times twelve; as, a gross of<br> bottles; ten gross of <b>pens</b>. Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. GROSS. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/g/gross.htm - 11k</font><p><a href="/topical/i/innermost.htm"><span class="l">Innermost (22 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> NAS). 1 Samuel 24:3 He came to the sheep <b>pens</b> by the way, where there was<br> a cave; and Saul went in to relieve himself. Now David <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/i/innermost.htm - 13k</font><p><a href="/topical/f/fathers.htm"><span class="l">Fathers (572 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> APOSTOLIC FATHERS. An appellation usually given to the writers of the 1st century<br> who employed their <b>pens</b> in the cause of Christianity. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/f/fathers.htm - 39k</font><p><a href="/topical/r/relieve.htm"><span class="l">Relieve (14 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> NIV). 1 Samuel 24:3 He came to the sheep <b>pens</b> by the way, where there was<br> a cave; and Saul went in to relieve himself. Now David <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/r/relieve.htm - 11k</font><p><a href="/topical/p/printed.htm"><span class="l">Printed (2 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> print, prin'-ting, prin'-ted: Printing is the art of multiplying records-the "art<br> of writing with many <b>pens</b>" (Jewish Encyclopedia, XII, 295), or wholesale <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/p/printed.htm - 13k</font><p><a name="res" id="res"></a><div class="vheading2">Resources</div><a href="https://www.gotquestions.org/Dungeons-and-Dragons.html">Should a Christian play multi-player fantasy games like Dungeons and Dragons? | GotQuestions.org</a><br /><br /><a href="https://www.gotquestions.org/why-should-I-believe-the-Bible.html">Why should I believe the Bible? | GotQuestions.org</a><br /><br /><a href="https://www.gotquestions.org/sound-mind.html">What does the Bible mean when it refers to a sound mind? | GotQuestions.org</a><br /><br /><a href="https://clyx.com/term/pens.htm">Pens: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com</a><br /><br /><a href="/concordance/">Bible Concordance</a> • <a href="/dictionary/">Bible Dictionary</a> • <a href="/encyclopedia/">Bible Encyclopedia</a> • <a href="/topical/">Topical Bible</a> • <a href="/thesaurus/">Bible Thesuarus</a></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="cnc" id="cnc"></a><div class="vheading2">Concordance</div><span class="encheading">Pens (8 Occurrences)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/numbers/32-16.htm">Numbers 32:16</a></span><br />They came near to him, and said, "We will build sheepfolds here for our livestock, and cities for our little ones:<br /><span class="source">(See NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/numbers/32-24.htm">Numbers 32:24</a></span><br />Build cities for your little ones, and folds for your sheep; and do that which has proceeded out of your mouth."<br /><span class="source">(See NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/numbers/32-36.htm">Numbers 32:36</a></span><br />and Beth Nimrah, and Beth Haran: fortified cities, and folds for sheep.<br /><span class="source">(See NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/1_samuel/24-3.htm">1 Samuel 24:3</a></span><br />He came to the sheep <span class="boldtext">pens</span> by the way, where there was a cave; and Saul went in to relieve himself. Now David and his men were abiding in the innermost parts of the cave.<br /><span class="source">(WEB NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/2_chronicles/32-28.htm">2 Chronicles 32:28</a></span><br />storehouses also for the increase of grain and new wine and oil; and stalls for all manner of animals, and flocks in folds.<br /><span class="source">(See NAS NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/psalms/50-9.htm">Psalms 50:9</a></span><br />I have no need for a bull from your stall, nor male goats from your <span class="boldtext">pens</span>.<br /><span class="source">(WEB NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/psalms/78-70.htm">Psalms 78:70</a></span><br />He also chose David his servant, and took him from the sheepfolds;<br /><span class="source">(See NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/zephaniah/2-6.htm">Zephaniah 2:6</a></span><br />The sea coast will be pastures, with cottages for shepherds and folds for flocks.<br /><span class="source">(See NIV)</span><a name="sub" id="sub"></a><div class="vheading2">Subtopics</div><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/p/pens.htm">Pens</a></p><a name="rel" id="rel"></a><div class="vheading2">Related Terms</div><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/p/pens.htm">Pens (8 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/r/rate.htm">Rate (23 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/p/pent.htm">Pent (1 Occurrence)</a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/topical/p/pennyworth_penny.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Pennyworth Penny"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Pennyworth Penny" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/topical/p/pension.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Pension"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Pension" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div> <div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"><script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script></div></td></tr></table></div></div></div> <br /><br /> <div align="center"> <div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>