Clogging, a form of folk dance characterized by rhythmic tapping of the feet, does not have a direct reference in the Bible. However, dance as an expression of joy and worship is mentioned in several passages throughout the Scriptures. While clogging as a specific dance form developed much later, the Bible provides insights into the role of dance in worship and celebration, which can be applied to understanding the broader context of dance in biblical times.

Dance in the Bible

Dance is often associated with joy, celebration, and worship in the Bible. One of the most notable instances is found in the account of Miriam, the sister of Moses, who led the women of Israel in dance after the crossing of the Red Sea. Exodus 15:20-21 states, "Then Miriam the prophetess, Aaron’s sister, took a tambourine in her hand, and all the women followed her with tambourines and dancing. And Miriam sang to them: 'Sing to the LORD, for He is highly exalted; the horse and rider He has thrown into the sea.'"

Similarly, King David is known for dancing before the Lord with all his might as the Ark of the Covenant was brought to Jerusalem. 2 Samuel 6:14 records, "And David, wearing a linen ephod, danced with all his might before the LORD."

Dance as Worship

Dance in the Bible is often an expression of worship and praise to God. Psalm 149:3 encourages, "Let them praise His name with dancing; let them sing praises to Him with the tambourine and harp." This verse highlights the use of dance as a form of worship, suggesting that physical expressions of joy and reverence are appropriate in the context of praising God.

Cultural Context

In biblical times, dance was a communal activity, often performed during religious festivals, weddings, and other celebrations. It was a way for the community to express collective joy and gratitude. While the specific style of dance, such as clogging, is not mentioned, the cultural practice of dance as a form of expression and celebration is evident.

Dance and Modesty

While dance is celebrated in the Bible, it is also important to consider the biblical principles of modesty and propriety. 1 Corinthians 10:31 advises, "So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all to the glory of God." This principle can be applied to dance, suggesting that any form of dance, including clogging, should be performed in a way that honors God and aligns with Christian values.

Conclusion

While clogging as a specific dance form is not mentioned in the Bible, the Scriptures provide a framework for understanding the role of dance in worship and celebration. Dance is depicted as a joyful expression of praise and gratitude to God, and it is encouraged within the boundaries of modesty and reverence.1. (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Clog.

2. (n.) Anything which clogs.

Preface.
... references; (4) to add such references to Scripture, or to authors of general repute,
as might lend additional aid to students, without clogging or overlaying ...
/.../clement/the first epistle of clement to the corinthians/preface.htm

With the Circus
... "(a) It causes a softening of the muscles of the heart, and a fatty degeneration,
thus clogging the workings of this vital organ. "(b) It overworks the heart. ...
/.../byrum/how john became a man/chapter viii with the circus.htm

Christ's Charge to his Heralds
... forbids the seeking of personal profit or advantage from preaching the gospel, and
so makes a sharp test of our motives; and it also forbids clogging the gift ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture b/christs charge to his heralds.htm

The First Season
... 5. The heart may be kept humble by considering of what a clogging nature earthly
things are to a soul heartily engaged in the way to heaven. ...
//christianbookshelf.org/flavel/on keeping the heart/i the first season.htm

On the Words of the Gospel, Luke vii. 37, "And Behold, a Woman who ...
... of the stress of time; especially as this flesh of mine exhausted by its heat, now
longs to be recruited, and demanding its due, and clogging the eagerness of ...
/.../sermons on selected lessons of the new testament/sermon xlix on the words.htm

Hymn for those who Fast
... For Christ's pure soul by fasting long The clogging bonds of flesh did quell;
He Whom the prophet's voice foretold As GOD WITH US, Emmanuel. ...
/.../prudentius/the hymns of prudentius/vii hymn for those who.htm

The Lord Reigneth
... Seldom do the kings of the earth publish an act of grace in favour of those who
have been guilty of rebellion, without clogging it with exceptions. ...
/...//christianbookshelf.org/newton/messiah vol 2/sermon xxxvi the lord reigneth.htm

Man and Machinery.
... For instance, this clogging of old departments of labor will precipitate men upon
fresh ones, and upon those that have been too much neglected. ...
/.../chapin/humanity in the city/discourse ii man and machinery.htm

Men Chosen --Fallen Angels Rejected
... on my way, and keep close to my Saviour, the angel could only say, "I cannot sympathise
with you, for I am not tempted as you are; I have no clogging nature to ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 2 1856/men chosenfallen angels rejected.htm

Acts x. 44, 46
... we begin shovelling it out afresh, as if we had to do this only on purpose that,
having sent them away clean, we may again see them clogging themselves with ...
/.../chrysostom/homilies on acts and romans/homily xxiv acts x 44.htm

Clogging (1 Occurrence)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Clog. 2. (n.) Anything which
clogs. Multi-Version Concordance Clogging (1 Occurrence). ...
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Clods (7 Occurrences)

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Cloke (7 Occurrences)

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Cumbrous (2 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (a.) Rendering action or motion difficult or toilsome;
serving to obstruct or hinder; burdensome; clogging. ...
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Choke (6 Occurrences)
... 2. (vt) To obstruct by filling up or clogging any passage; to block up. 3. (vt)
To hinder or check, as growth, expansion, progress, etc.; to stifle. ...
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