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The question

Can we say that Jubal (Genesis 4:21) is the first musician on earth? Was his music for praising God or on the contrary?

The answer

Since there is no mention of others who were described as players of instruments, and Jubal is called "the father of all those who play the harp and flute," he can be considered the first known musician. His relationship with God is not clear, but since this Lamech's behavior was often flagrant, it is not inconceivable that his children marked similar dysfunctions.

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