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What Does the Bible Say About Betrothal?
20 Scripture references with full text and commentary
Understanding Betrothal in the Bible
Explore what the Bible says about betrothal. This collection of 7 key Scripture passages reveals God's wisdom and guidance on this important theme.
Top 10 Verses About Betrothal
- 1Genesis 29:18
“And Jacob loved Rachel; and said, I will serve thee seven years for Rachel thy younger daughter.”
KJV - 2Genesis 29:19
“And Laban said, It is better that I give her to thee, than that I should give her to another man: abide with me.”
KJV - 3Genesis 29:20
“And Jacob served seven years for Rachel; and they seemed unto him but a few days, for the love he had to her.”
KJV - 4Genesis 29:21
“And Jacob said unto Laban, Give me my wife, for my days are fulfilled, that I may go in unto her.”
KJV - 5
- 6Genesis 29:23
“And it came to pass in the evening, that he took Leah his daughter, and brought her to him; and he went in unto her.”
KJV - 7
- 8Genesis 29:25
“And it came to pass, that in the morning, behold, it was Leah: and he said to Laban, What is this thou hast done unto me? did not I serve with thee for Rachel? wherefore then hast thou beguiled me?”
KJV - 9Genesis 29:26
“And Laban said, It must not be so done in our country, to give the younger before the firstborn. country: Heb. place”
KJV - 10Genesis 29:27
“Fulfil her week, and we will give thee this also for the service which thou shalt serve with me yet seven other years.”
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Old Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Betrothal? (16 Verses)
“And Jacob loved Rachel; and said, I will serve thee seven years for Rachel thy younger daughter.”
“And Laban said, It is better that I give her to thee, than that I should give her to another man: abide with me.”
“And Jacob served seven years for Rachel; and they seemed unto him but a few days, for the love he had to her.”
“And Jacob said unto Laban, Give me my wife, for my days are fulfilled, that I may go in unto her.”
“And Laban gathered together all the men of the place, and made a feast.”
“And it came to pass in the evening, that he took Leah his daughter, and brought her to him; and he went in unto her.”
“And Laban gave unto his daughter Leah Zilpah his maid for an handmaid.”
“And it came to pass, that in the morning, behold, it was Leah: and he said to Laban, What is this thou hast done unto me? did not I serve with thee for Rachel? wherefore then hast thou beguiled me?”
“And Laban said, It must not be so done in our country, to give the younger before the firstborn. country: Heb. place”
“Fulfil her week, and we will give thee this also for the service which thou shalt serve with me yet seven other years.”
“And Jacob did so, and fulfilled her week: and he gave him Rachel his daughter to wife also.”
“And Laban gave to Rachel his daughter Bilhah his handmaid to be her maid.”
“And he went in also unto Rachel, and he loved also Rachel more than Leah, and served with him yet seven other years.”
“And what man is there that hath betrothed a wife, and hath not taken her? let him go and return unto his house, lest he die in the battle, and another man take her.”
“And I will betroth thee unto me for ever; yea, I will betroth thee unto me in righteousness, and in judgment, and in lovingkindness, and in mercies.”
“I will even betroth thee unto me in faithfulness: and thou shalt know the LORD.”
New Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Betrothal? (4 Verses)
“Now the birth of Jesus Christ was on this wise: When as his mother Mary was espoused to Joseph, before they came together, she was found with child of the Holy Ghost.”
“And I say unto you, Whosoever shall put away his wife, except it be for fornication, and shall marry another, committeth adultery: and whoso marrieth her which is put away doth commit adultery.”
“To a virgin espoused to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David; and the virgin's name was Mary.”
“For this cause shall a man leave his father and mother, and shall be joined unto his wife, and they two shall be one flesh.”
How to Study What the Bible Says About Betrothal
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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.
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Use a concordance or the search tools on this site to find additional passages about betrothal. Look for patterns across both the Old and New Testaments to gain a complete picture of what God reveals on this subject.
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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.
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Memorise at least one key verse about betrothal 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 betrothal 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 betrothal needs to be applied more consistently. Write a specific, actionable step you can take this week.
Share what you have learned about betrothal 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 betrothal, asking God to reveal how His Word applies to your relationships, decisions, and daily habits.
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