The Bible. The only breed of dog mentioned by name in the Bible is the greyhound (Proverbs 30:29-31, King James Version): "There be three things which do well, yea, Which are comely in going; A lion, which is strongest among beasts and Turneth not away from any; A greyhound; A he-goat also."
Why is a Greyhound mentioned in the Bible?
So, what dog breed has been specifically mentioned in the bible? It is the Greyhound, a hunting dog. King James's version of the bible describes these hunting dogs as 'strongest among beast and turneth not away from any. ' The Hebrew phrase for Greyhound translates to 'girt in the loins.
Are there dogs mentioned in the Bible?
The sacred texts provide a few clues. Here's a selection of the many references to dogs in the King James Bible: Revelation 22:15: “For without [are] dogs, and sorcerers, and whoremongers, and murderers, and idolaters, and whosoever loveth and maketh a lie.”
What is the only breed of dog that is mentioned in the Bible?
The bible mentions one type of dog breed in particular: the Canaan Dog. This ancient breed is also known as the Israeli Desert Dog and is believed to be related to present day Basenji dogs found in Africa. They were originally bred by desert nomads and used as guard dogs or hunting animals.
What are dogs in the Bible?
Revelation 22:15 “Outside” are the dogs. 2 Peter 2: 20-22. We as Christians are also being referred to as “dogs” when we stop following Jesus Christ and turn back to our old unbelieving sinful ways.
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