Where are…
flutes mentioned in the Bible?

Hebrew: מַשְׁרוֹקִי —transliteration: mashroqi —meaning: flute, a musical pipe —occurrences: 4

This musical instrument is mentioned in Daniel 3:5, 7, 10, 15.

In Matt. 9:23-24, flute players or minstrels are mentioned (aulétés: αὐλητής).

Flutes were in common use among the ancient Egyptians.

Article Version: November 4, 2026