What does the Bible say about ape?
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The Bible mentions apes only as rare and valuable animals imported for King Solomon’s royal court, not as a subject of moral or doctrinal teaching. In 1 Kings 10:22 and 2 Chronicles 9:21, ships brought gold, silver, ivory, apes, and peacocks from distant lands, displaying the extraordinary wealth and international reach of Solomon’s kingdom. These passages chiefly underscore God’s fulfillment of His promise to grant Solomon great wisdom and riches, while also reminding us that earthly splendor is temporary. Scripture calls us not to place our hope in wealth or impressive possessions, but in the Lord who gives every good gift.
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- In Solomon’s zoological collections 1 Kings 10:22; 2 Chronicles 9:21
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