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<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><head><meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8" /><meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width; initial-scale=1.0;"/><title>Topical Bible: Flue</title><link rel="canonical" href="https://biblehub.com/topical/f/flue.htm" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/newtopical.css" type="text/css" media="Screen" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/print.css" type="text/css" media="Print" /><script type="application/javascript" src="https://scripts.webcontentassessor.com/scripts/8a2459b64f9cac8122fc7f2eac4409c8555fac9383016db59c4c26e3d5b8b157"></script><script src='https://qd.admetricspro.com/js/biblehub/biblehub-layout-loader-revcatch.js'></script><script id='HyDgbd_1s' src='https://prebidads.revcatch.com/ads.js' type='text/javascript' async></script><script>(function(w,d,b,s,i){var cts=d.createElement(s);cts.async=true;cts.id='catchscript'; cts.dataset.appid=i;cts.src='https://app.protectsubrev.com/catch_rp.js?cb='+Math.random(); document.head.appendChild(cts); }) (window,document,'head','script','rc-anksrH');</script></head> <script async src="https://www.googletagmanager.com/gtag/js?id=G-LR4HSKRP2H"></script> <script> window.dataLayer = window.dataLayer || []; function gtag(){dataLayer.push(arguments);} gtag('js', new Date()); gtag('config', 'G-LR4HSKRP2H'); </script><body><div id="fx"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx2"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="30" scrolling="no" src="/topical/vmenus/genesis/1-1.htm" align="left" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div><div id="blnk"></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable"><tr><td><div id="fx5"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx6"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="245" scrolling="no" src="//biblehu.com/bmcde/f/flue.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable3"><tr><td><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center" id="announce"><tr><td><div id="l1"><div id="breadcrumbs"><a href="/">Bible</a> > <a href="/topical/">Topical</a> > Flue</div><div id="anc"><iframe src="/anc.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></div><div id="anc2"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><iframe src="/anc2.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></div></td></tr></table><div id="movebox2"><table border="0" align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tr><td><div id="topheading"><a href="/topical/f/flows.htm" title="Flows">◄</a> Flue <a href="/topical/f/fluent.htm" title="Fluent">►</a></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center" class="maintable2"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><div id="topverse">Jump to: <a href="#isb" title="International Standard Bible Encyclopedia">ISBE</a> • <a href="#web" title="Webster's Dictionary">Webster's</a> • <a href="#thes" title="Bible Thesaurus">Thesaurus</a> • <a href="#lib" title="Library">Library</a> • <a href="#sub" title="Subtopics">Subtopics</a> • <a href="#rel" title="Related Terms">Terms</a></div><div id="leftbox"><div class="padleft"><a name="te" id="te"></a><div class="vheading2">Topical Encyclopedia</div>The term "flue" does not appear directly in the Bible; however, the concept of a flue can be related to biblical discussions of fire, smoke, and the construction of altars and temples. In ancient times, a flue would have been understood as a passage or duct for smoke in a chimney or a similar structure, which is essential for directing smoke away from living areas and ensuring proper ventilation.<br><br><b>Biblical Context of Fire and Smoke</b><br><br>Fire holds significant symbolic and practical importance in the Bible. It is often associated with the presence of God, purification, judgment, and sacrifice. For instance, in <a href="/exodus/3-2.htm">Exodus 3:2</a>, Moses encounters the burning bush, where "the Angel of the LORD appeared to him in a flame of fire from within a bush." This fire did not consume the bush, symbolizing God's holy presence.<br><br>In the context of sacrifices, smoke is a recurring element. <a href="/leviticus/1-9.htm">Leviticus 1:9</a> describes burnt offerings: "The priest is to burn all of it on the altar as a burnt offering, an offering made by fire, an aroma pleasing to the LORD." The smoke from these offerings was seen as a pleasing aroma to God, symbolizing the prayers and devotion of the people ascending to heaven.<br><br><b>Construction of Altars and Temples</b><br><br>The construction of altars and temples in the Bible often involved considerations for handling smoke from sacrifices. While the Bible does not explicitly mention flues, the need for proper ventilation would have been understood. In Solomon's Temple, described in <a href="/bsb/1_kings/6.htm">1 Kings 6</a>, the design and construction were detailed and precise, ensuring that the temple functioned effectively for worship and sacrifices.<br><br><b>Symbolism of Smoke</b><br><br>Smoke in the Bible also carries symbolic meanings. In <a href="/revelation/8-4.htm">Revelation 8:4</a>, it is written, "And the smoke of the incense, with the prayers of the saints, rose up before God from the hand of the angel." Here, smoke represents the prayers of the faithful, ascending to God as a fragrant offering.<br><br><b>Practical Implications</b><br><br>In biblical times, the practical implications of managing smoke would have been significant. Without modern technology, ancient peoples relied on architectural design to ensure that smoke from fires, whether for cooking, heating, or sacrifices, was properly vented. This would have included the use of openings or ducts similar to what we might consider a flue today.<br><br><b>Conclusion</b><br><br>While the Bible does not specifically mention flues, the management of fire and smoke is an important aspect of biblical worship and daily life. The symbolic and practical roles of fire and smoke in the Bible underscore the importance of these elements in the spiritual and communal life of God's people.<a name="web" id="web"></a><div class="vheading2">Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary</div>1. (<I>n.</I>) A pipe in a chimney or organ for directing a current of air or gasses; an air passage.<p>2. (<I>n.</I>) A compartment or division of a chimney for conveying flame and smoke to the outer air.<p>3. (<I>n.</I>) A passage way for conducting a current of fresh, foul, or heated air from one place to another.<p>4. (<I>n.</I>) A pipe or passage for conveying flame and hot gases through surrounding water in a boiler; -- distinguished from a tube which holds water and is surrounded by fire. Small flues are called fire tubes or simply tubes.<p>5. (<I>n.</I>) Light down, such as rises from cotton, fur, etc.; very fine lint or hair.<a name="isb" id="isb"></a><div class="vheading2">International Standard Bible Encyclopedia</div><span class="encheading">FLUE; NET</span><p>floo(King James Version, margin <a href="/habakkuk/1-15.htm">Habakkuk 1:15</a>).<br><br>See <a href="../f/fish.htm">FISH</a>; <a href="../f/fishing.htm">FISHING</a>.<p><a name="lib" id="lib"></a><div class="vheading2">Library</div><p><a href="/library/leo/writings_of_leo_the_great/chapter_iii_that_the_ruler.htm"><span class="l">That the Ruler Should be Always Chief in Action.</span></a> <br><b>...</b> Which ephod is also rightly ordered to be made of gold, blue, purple, twice dyed<br> scarlet, and <b>flue</b> twined linen (Exodus 28:8), that it may be shewn by how <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../leo/writings of leo the great/chapter iii that the ruler.htm</font><p><a href="/library/severus/life_and_writings_of_sulpitius_severus_/letter_i_to_eusebius.htm"><span class="l">Letter i. To Eusebius.</span></a> <br><b>...</b> however, can hardly be the case; and the meaning probably is that the church was<br> heated, as the baths were, by means of a hypocaustum, or <b>flue</b> running below <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../severus/life and writings of sulpitius severus /letter i to eusebius.htm</font><p><a href="/library/emmerich/the_dolorous_passion_of_our_lord_jesus_christ/the_life_of_anne_catherine.htm"><span class="l">The Life of Anne Catherine Emmerich</span></a> <br><b>...</b> St. Nicholas of <b>Flue</b>, St. Liduvina of Schiedam, St. Catherine of Sienna,<br> St. Angela of Foligno, and St. Louise de l'Ascension. All <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../the dolorous passion of our lord jesus christ/the life of anne catherine.htm</font><a name="thes" id="thes"></a><div class="vheading2">Thesaurus</div><a href="/topical/f/flue.htm"><span class="l"><b>Flue</b></span></a><br><b>...</b> fine lint or hair. Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. <b>FLUE</b>; NET. floo(King<br> James Version, margin Habakkuk 1:15). See FISH; FISHING. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/f/flue.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/f/flows.htm"><span class="l">Flows (14 Occurrences)</span></a><br><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/f/flows.htm - 10k</font><p><a href="/topical/n/net.htm"><span class="l">Net (91 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> the operation. Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. <b>FLUE</b>; NET. floo(King James<br> Version, margin Habakkuk 1:15). See FISH; FISHING. NET. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/n/net.htm - 36k</font><p><a href="/topical/g/gather.htm"><span class="l">Gather (251 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> 7. (vt) To bring together, or nearer together, in masonry, as where the width of<br> a fireplace is rapidly diminished to the width of the <b>flue</b>, or the like. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/g/gather.htm - 47k</font><p><a href="/topical/f/fluent.htm"><span class="l">Fluent (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/f/fluent.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/t/throat.htm"><span class="l">Throat (13 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> vase. 4. (n.) The part of a chimney between the gathering, or portion of<br> the funnel which contracts in ascending, and the <b>flue</b>. 5 <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/t/throat.htm - 11k</font><p><a href="/topical/t/tunnel.htm"><span class="l">Tunnel (2 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> other vessels; a funnel. 2. (n. .) The opening of a chimney for the passage<br> of smoke; a <b>flue</b>; a funnel. 3. (n. .) An artificial <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/t/tunnel.htm - 8k</font><p><a href="/topical/d/draw.htm"><span class="l">Draw (212 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> 25. (vi) To have draught, as a chimney, <b>flue</b>, or the like; to furnish transmission<br> to smoke, gases, etc. 26. (vi) To unsheathe a weapon, especially a sword. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/d/draw.htm - 41k</font><p><a href="/topical/d/deposit.htm"><span class="l">Deposit (19 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> 5. (vt) That which is deposited, or laid or thrown down; as, a deposit in a <b>flue</b>;<br> especially, matter precipitated from a solution (as the siliceous deposits of <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/d/deposit.htm - 15k</font><p><a href="/topical/p/pot.htm"><span class="l">Pot (46 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> 4. (n.) A metal or earthenware extension of a <b>flue</b> above the top of a chimney; a<br> chimney pot. 5. (n.) A crucible; as, a graphite pot; a melting pot. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/p/pot.htm - 25k</font><p><a name="res" id="res"></a><div class="vheading2">Resources</div><a href="https://clyx.com/term/flue.htm">Flue: 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="sub" id="sub"></a><div class="vheading2">Subtopics</div><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/f/flue.htm">Flue</a></p><a name="rel" id="rel"></a><div class="vheading2">Related Terms</div><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/f/fluently.htm">Fluently (1 Occurrence)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/f/flue.htm">Flue</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/e/eloquence.htm">Eloquence (4 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/s/smooth.htm">Smooth (39 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/a/aaron.htm">Aaron (343 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/b/books.htm">Books (16 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/c/chronicles.htm">Chronicles (45 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/h/hebrews.htm">Hebrews (24 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/e/epistle.htm">Epistle (13 Occurrences)</a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/topical/f/flows.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Flows"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Flows" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/topical/f/fluent.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Fluent"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Fluent" /></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>