Animals of the Bible · Underground · Insects
The Larva
The Larva — a wonderful creature of Scripture and of the Bible world
Discovered in your collection
- Key verse
- Isaiah 14:11
- Where it lived
- The “underground” habitat in the Bible lands: the valleys and hills of the Holy Land
- What it reminds us of
- The Larva in Scripture
Stories from Scripture
The Larva in the stories of the Bible
People of faith
The Larva in Scripture
“Thy pomp is brought down to the grave, and the noise of thy viols: the worm is spread under thee, and the worms cover thee.” The prophet warns that earthly pride fades to dust, urging us to humility before God.
Isaiah 14:11The prophets and the wise
What the Bible teaches about the larva
“Where their worm dieth not, and the fire is not quenched.” The Lord Jesus uses this stern picture to awaken our conscience and to show us the priceless value of the salvation of the soul.
Mark 9:48
Wonders of Creation
Did you know?
In the language of Scripture, larvae and worms remind us of the frailty of the earthly body and of our need for eternal life received through faith.
In Bible times, the larva was part of the everyday scenery of the lands of the ancient East.
Every feature of this creature shows the order and care of the Creator for all the living things on earth.
From the Holy Scriptures
What do we read in the Bible about the larva?
11 Thy pomp is brought down to the grave, and the noise of thy viols: the worm is spread under thee, and the worms cover thee.
48 Where their worm dieth not, and the fire is not quenched.
Verses are quoted from the King James Version (KJV). Read each passage in the context of its chapter in the Bible.
What the larva teaches us
The Larva in Scripture
The larva appears in pictures of passing away and of the end of human pride. The Bible urges us not to lean on the fleeting glory of this world, but to seek the eternal life and purity that God gives.
How we can live this out today
Look at nature and thank God for the care He gives to every creature, big or small!
Mini-Quiz
What did you learn about the larva?
In which book of the Bible do we find references to the larva?
For parents and children
At home and in Sunday school
A question for parents and children
What can we learn from the way God takes care of the animals in nature? How does the Bible show us His love for us?
“Lord, thank You for the wonderful world You made and for Your care every day. Teach me to love Your creation and to follow You with a thankful heart! Amen.”