Complete Bible Study Guide

What Does the Bible Say About Beds?

12 Scripture references with full text and commentary

Understanding Beds in the Bible

Discover 12 Bible verses about beds. This comprehensive collection of Scripture quotes reveals God's wisdom and guidance on beds, with verses from across the Old and New Testaments.

12
Total Verses
9
Old Testament
3
New Testament

Top 10 Verses About Beds

  1. 1
    1 Samuel 28:23
    But he refused, and said, I will not eat. But his servants, together with the woman, compelled him; and he hearkened unto their voice. So he arose from the earth, and sat upon the bed.
    KJV
  2. 2
    1 Samuel 28:24
    And the woman had a fat calf in the house; and she hasted, and killed it, and took flour, and kneaded it, and did bake unleavened bread thereof:
    KJV
  3. 3
    1 Samuel 28:25
    And she brought it before Saul, and before his servants; and they did eat. Then they rose up, and went away that night.
    KJV
  4. 4
    Song of Solomon 3:7
    Behold his bed, which is Solomon's; threescore valiant men are about it, of the valiant of Israel.
    KJV
  5. 5
    Song of Solomon 3:8
    They all hold swords, being expert in war: every man hath his sword upon his thigh because of fear in the night.
    KJV
  6. 6
    Song of Solomon 3:9
    King Solomon made himself a chariot of the wood of Lebanon. a chariot: or, a bed
    KJV
  7. 7
    Amos 6:4
    That lie upon beds of ivory, and stretch themselves upon their couches, and eat the lambs out of the flock, and the calves out of the midst of the stall; stretch: or, abound with superfluities
    KJV
  8. 8
    Amos 6:5
    That chant to the sound of the viol, and invent to themselves instruments of musick, like David; chant: or, quaver
    KJV
  9. 9
    Amos 6:6
    That drink wine in bowls, and anoint themselves with the chief ointments: but they are not grieved for the affliction of Joseph. wine: or, in bowls of wine affliction: Heb. breach
    KJV
  10. 10
    Luke 7:36
    And one of the Pharisees desired him that he would eat with him. And he went into the Pharisee's house, and sat down to meat.
    KJV

Subtopics of Beds

(Made in darkness,) of extreme misery
(Made in sickness,) of divine support and comfort
(Made on high,) of carnal security
(Too short,) of plans which afford no rest or peace
A small pallet or mattress used as
Antiquity of
Considered necessary
Couches or divans used as
Covered with tapestry and linen
Gold and Silver
Iron
Ivory
Not used in affliction
Of the grave
Of the poor covered with upper garment
Of the poor often sold for debt
Often perfumed
Persons sometimes took to, in grief
Purification of
Reclining on at meals

Old Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Beds? (9 Verses)

But he refused, and said, I will not eat. But his servants, together with the woman, compelled him; and he hearkened unto their voice. So he arose from the earth, and sat upon the bed.
And the woman had a fat calf in the house; and she hasted, and killed it, and took flour, and kneaded it, and did bake unleavened bread thereof:
And she brought it before Saul, and before his servants; and they did eat. Then they rose up, and went away that night.
Behold his bed, which is Solomon's; threescore valiant men are about it, of the valiant of Israel.
They all hold swords, being expert in war: every man hath his sword upon his thigh because of fear in the night.
King Solomon made himself a chariot of the wood of Lebanon. a chariot: or, a bed
That lie upon beds of ivory, and stretch themselves upon their couches, and eat the lambs out of the flock, and the calves out of the midst of the stall; stretch: or, abound with superfluities
That chant to the sound of the viol, and invent to themselves instruments of musick, like David; chant: or, quaver
That drink wine in bowls, and anoint themselves with the chief ointments: but they are not grieved for the affliction of Joseph. wine: or, in bowls of wine affliction: Heb. breach

New Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Beds? (3 Verses)

And one of the Pharisees desired him that he would eat with him. And he went into the Pharisee's house, and sat down to meat.
And, behold, a woman in the city, which was a sinner, when she knew that Jesus sat at meat in the Pharisee's house, brought an alabaster box of ointment,
And stood at his feet behind him weeping, and began to wash his feet with tears, and did wipe them with the hairs of her head, and kissed his feet, and anointed them with the ointment.

How to Study What the Bible Says About Beds

  1. 1

    Begin by reading through every verse listed on this page, noting which ones speak most directly to your current season of life. Write them down and revisit them throughout the week.

  2. 2

    Use a concordance or the search tools on this site to find additional passages about beds. Look for patterns across both the Old and New Testaments to gain a complete picture of what God reveals on this subject.

  3. 3

    Study the context of each verse. Read the surrounding chapter to understand who was speaking, who the audience was, and what circumstances prompted the passage. Context prevents misapplication.

  4. 4

    Memorise at least one key verse about beds and meditate on it daily. Scripture memory transforms thinking and equips you to apply God's Word in real-time situations.

Practical Application

Studying what the Bible says about beds is only the beginning. Scripture is meant to be lived out in daily obedience and faith. Here are practical steps to apply these truths:

  • Identify one area of your life where the biblical teaching on beds needs to be applied more consistently. Write a specific, actionable step you can take this week.

  • Share what you have learned about beds with a fellow believer or in a small group setting. Teaching others solidifies your own understanding and encourages mutual growth.

  • Pray through the key verses about beds, asking God to reveal how His Word applies to your relationships, decisions, and daily habits.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Bible say about beds?
Discover 12 Bible verses about beds. This comprehensive collection of Scripture quotes reveals God's wisdom and guidance on beds, with verses from across the Old and New Testaments. The Bible contains 12 key verses about beds spanning both Old and New Testaments.
How many Bible verses about beds are there?
There are 12 key Bible verses about beds compiled in this study guide, drawn from books across both the Old and New Testaments.
What is the best verse about beds?
One of the most well-known and frequently cited verses about beds is 1 Samuel 28:23 — "But he refused, and said, I will not eat. But his servants, together with the woman, compelled him; and he hearkened unto their voice. So he arose fro..."
Where in the Bible does it talk about beds?
Beds is discussed throughout the Bible in both the Old and New Testaments. You can find 12 references to this topic across multiple books including the Psalms, Proverbs, the Gospels, and the Epistles.

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