Bible dictionary for children
Locust
A locust is an insect related to a grasshopper.
In simple words
What does it mean?
A locust is an insect related to a grasshopper. Large swarms can eat crops and cause serious food shortages.
Talk about it
Why would losing crops affect more than just the farmer?
An example from the Bible
Exodus describes locusts consuming plants in Egypt. Knowing what a swarm can do helps readers understand the danger to food supplies.
Read Exodus 10:4 ↗A little more to explore
Bible context & readings +
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Related reading: Exodus 10:4
Or else, if you refuse to let my people go, behold, tomorrow I will bring locusts into your country,Full readings at eBible.org · World English Bible Classic. Read with an adult.
