# 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)