2 Peter 1:16 For we did not follow cunningly devised fables, when we made known to you the power and coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, but we were eyewitnesses of his majesty. (See NIV)
2 Chronicles 26:15 He made in Jerusalem engines, invented by skillful men, to be on the towers and on the battlements, with which to shoot arrows and great stones. His name spread far abroad; for he was marvelously helped, until he was strong. (WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS NAS RSV)
Amos 6:5 Who are taking part according to the psaltery, Like David they invented for themselves instruments of music; (YLT)