# harp #

## Definition: ##

A harp is a stringed musical instrument, usually having a large open frame with vertical strings.

* In Bible times, fir wood was used to make harps and other musical instruments.
* Harps were often held in the hands and played while walking.
* In many places in the Bible, harps are mentioned as instruments that were used to praise and worship God. 
* David wrote several psalms which were set to harp music.
* He also played a harp for King Saul to soothe the king's troubled spirit. 
 

(See also: [david](../other/david.md), [fir](../other/fir.md), [psalm](../other/psalm.md), [saul](../other/saul.md))

## Bible References: ##

* [1 Chronicles 15:16-18](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/1ch/15/16)
* [Amos 05:23-24](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/amo/05/23)
* [Daniel 03:3-5](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/dan/03/03)
* [Psalm 033:1-3](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/psa/033/001)
* [Revelation 05:8](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/rev/05/08)