Thrush, in the context of the Bible, refers to a type of bird. While the Bible does not specifically mention "thrush" by name in most translations, it is often associated with various birds mentioned in the Scriptures. Birds in the Bible are frequently symbolic, representing various spiritual truths and lessons.

Biblical References and Symbolism

Birds are mentioned numerous times throughout the Bible, often symbolizing God's provision, care, and the freedom of the spirit. For example, in the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus uses birds to illustrate God's provision: "Look at the birds of the air: They do not sow or reap or gather into barns—and yet your Heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they?" (Matthew 6:26). This passage highlights the trust believers should have in God's provision, using birds as a metaphor for divine care.

While the specific term "thrush" is not used, birds like sparrows and swallows are mentioned, which are similar in size and habitat to thrushes. In Psalm 84:3, the psalmist writes, "Even the sparrow has found a home, and the swallow a nest for herself, where she may have her young—a place near Your altar, O LORD of Hosts, my King and my God." . This verse emphasizes the idea of finding refuge and a place of worship close to God, using birds as a symbol of finding a home in His presence.

Cultural and Historical Context

In ancient Israel, birds were a common part of the natural landscape, and their behaviors were well observed by the people. Thrushes, known for their melodious songs, would have been familiar to the inhabitants of the region. The beauty and song of birds often inspired biblical writers to draw parallels between the natural world and spiritual truths.

Birds were also used in sacrificial rituals under the Mosaic Law. For instance, in Leviticus 14, birds are part of the purification process for a person healed of a skin disease. Although thrushes are not specifically mentioned, the use of birds in these rituals underscores their symbolic role in representing purity and cleansing.

Theological Implications

The presence of birds in biblical narratives often serves to remind believers of God's sovereignty and care over creation. The imagery of birds, including those similar to thrushes, encourages believers to trust in God's provision and to seek refuge in Him. The songs of birds can be seen as a metaphor for worship and praise, reflecting the joy and beauty of a life lived in harmony with God's will.

In summary, while the Bible does not explicitly mention thrushes, the symbolism of birds in Scripture provides rich theological insights into God's care, provision, and the spiritual truths that transcend the natural world.1. (n.) Any one of numerous species of singing birds belonging to Turdus and allied genera. They are noted for the sweetness of their songs.

2. (n.) Any one of numerous species of singing birds more or less resembling the true thrushes in appearance or habits; as the thunderbird and the American brown thrush (or thrasher). See Brown thrush.

3. (n.) An affection of the mouth, fauces, etc., common in newly born children, characterized by minute ulcers called aphthae. See Aphthae.

4. (n.) An inflammatory and supportive affection of the feet in certain animals. In the horse it is in the frog.

5693. agur -- (a kind of bird) perhaps a crane
... crane. Word Origin from an unused word Definition (a kind of bird) perhaps
a crane NASB Word Usage crane (1), thrush (1). swallow. ...
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"Who Provideth for the Raven his Food?"
... Whilst the golden day is stealing through the valleys dim". Thrush and
blackbird, lark and linnet, doves that coo and hum. Wild ...
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Spring.
... No creature then, more blest than I,. No song more loud than mine. Till
then"no softly warbling thrush,. Nor cowslip's sweet perfume; ...
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A Charm of Birds. March 2.
... character, as well as variety of motion, may be distinguished by the practised ear
in a "charm of birds""from the wild cry of the missel-thrush, ringing from ...
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A Charm of Birds. June 17.
... From the tree above him rises the treble of the thrush, pure as the song of angels;
more pure, perhaps, in tone, though neither so varied nor so rich as the ...
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What a Good Man Is, and How He Becomes So
... A thrush or a blackbird is but a soberly clad creature by the side of macaws and
paroquets; but the one has a song and the others have only a screech. ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture the acts/what a good man is.htm

The Coming of the Pharaoh
... But I can not see why he should love me, who am to the court-ladies as a thrush
to peafowls. He writes me such praise of Ta-user.". "Now, Io! ...
//christianbookshelf.org/miller/the yoke/chapter xiii the coming of.htm

Hymns of Christian Devotion and Experience.
... [Footnote 10: The wood thrush.]. "Thacher," (set to the same hymn,) faintly
recalls its melody. Nevertheless "Thacher" is a good tune. ...
/.../brown/the story of the hymns and tunes/chapter iii hymns of christian.htm

Book ii.
... and in inferior similitudes Echo is a witness, or that well-known roaring of the
ears themselves, or in timepieces a certain imitation of thrush or crow, or ...
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The Creation of Fowl and Water Animals.
... Or shall I describe how the remedy for this curse, the thrush, follows them with
its insatiable appetite, and the devouring nature that the loving God has ...
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A Letter from a West Indian Cottage Ornee
... unseen, in the depths of every wood, a songster breaks out ever and anon in notes
equal for purity and liveliness to those of our English thrush, and belies ...
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Thrush (2 Occurrences)
... species of singing birds more or less resembling the true thrushes in appearance
or habits; as the thunderbird and the American brown thrush (or thrasher). ...
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Grinder (1 Occurrence)
... molar. 3. (n.) The restless flycatcher (Seisura inquieta) of Australia; --
called also restless thrush and volatile thrush. It makes ...
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Thrum (2 Occurrences)

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Thresher (1 Occurrence)
... 3. (n.) A name given to the brown thrush and other allied species. See Brown
thrush. 4. (n.) Same as Thrasher. Multi-Version Concordance ...
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Canker (4 Occurrences)
... disease of a horse's foot, characterized by separation of the horny portion and
the development of fungous growths; -- usually resulting from neglected thrush. ...
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Sparrow (4 Occurrences)
... a friendly bird that if it were on the housetop it would be surrounded by half a
dozen of its kind; so it has been suggested that a solitary thrush was intended ...
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Hoopoe (2 Occurrences)
... Palestine, having a curved bill and beautiful plumage. It is about the
size of a thrush. Its back is a rich cinnamon color, its ...
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Thrust (92 Occurrences)

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