I just wanted to know what were the first 3 sports that were mention in the bible. I know that wrestling is one of them what are the other two? Thanks. God Bless.
Answer
I am not sure what the first three sports specifically mentioned might be. Some say the first sport mentioned is baseball, because Genesis 1:1 says “In the big inning,” if you read it aloud fast enough. Three that I know are mentioned are:
Racing (on foot): Psalm 19:5; Ecclesiastes 9:11; 1 Corinthians 9:24-26; Hebrews 12:1
Boxing: 1 Corinthians 9:26 (talking about shadow boxing in training)
Wrestling: Genesis 32:24-25; Ephesians 6:12
This last passage, and others by Paul, may refer to the gladiatorial games. Paul was apparently a big sports fan, although strict Jews usually did not attend sporting events because the athletes were usually totally nude (except for gladiators who sometimes wore armor).