A unique subject to be sure. What do you think? You probably have an opinion but is it based on scripture? Let's prayerfully, "think" this through and seek appropriate counsel.
Found these words and I have to agree:
"The KJV Bible doesn't mention "ventriloquism" directly but condemns practices associated with it, particularly divination or seeking spirits, as seen in Isaiah 8:19 ("whisper and mutter") and warnings against false prophets, linking the ancient concept of "belly-talking" to spiritism or demon possession, warning against seeking wisdom from dead or deceptive spiritual practices. While ventriloquism as modern entertainment isn't explicitly forbidden, the underlying spirit of deception and seeking false guidance is contrary to seeking God, emphasizing truth and reliance on Him, not "whispering" spirit or dead voices."
- Isaiah 8:19: "And when they shall say unto you, Seek ye unto them that have familiar spirits, and unto wizards that peep, and that mutter: should not a people seek unto their God? for the living to the dead?".
- Interpretation: This verse directly addresses seeking guidance from spiritists who "whisper and mutter," a practice linked to ancient ventriloquism as divination, urging people to seek God instead of the dead.
- Deuteronomy 18:10-12: Warns against divination, witchcraft, sorcery, and mediums, as these are "an abomination" to the Lord.
- "There shall not be found among you any one that maketh his son or his daughter to pass through the fire, or that useth divination, or an observer of times, or an enchanter, or a witch. Or a charmer, or a consulter with familiar spirits, or a wizard, or a necromancer. For all that do these things are an ABOMINATION unto the Lord: and because of these abominations the Lord thy God doth drive them out before thee."
- 1 Thessalonians 5:22: "Abstain from all appearance of evil."
- Interpretation: Some Christians argue that even innocent ventriloquism could resemble forbidden practices, making it wise to avoid.
- Distinction is Key: The Bible condemns seeking guidance from spirits or the dead (spiritism/divination), which was historically associated with "ventriloquism" (voices from the belly/ground).
- Entertainment vs. Deception: While modern ventriloquism as innocent entertainment (humor, puppets) isn't directly forbidden, its historical and potential association with spiritual deception makes some Christians cautious, urging reliance on God's Word and truth, not illusion or false prophecy.
