Complete Bible Study Guide
What Does the Bible Say About Birthdays?
16 Scripture references with full text and commentary
Understanding Birthdays in the Bible
Explore what the Bible says about birthdays. This collection of 18 key Scripture passages reveals God's wisdom and guidance on this important theme.
Top 10 Verses About Birthdays
- 1Genesis 40:20
“And it came to pass the third day, which was Pharaoh's birthday , that he made a feast unto all his servants: and he lifted up the head of the chief butler and of the chief baker among his servants. lifted: or, reckoned”
KJV - 2
- 3Psalms 16:11
“Thou wilt shew me the path of life: in thy presence is fulness of joy; at thy right hand there are pleasures for evermore.”
KJV - 4
- 5Psalms 37:4
“Delight thyself also in the LORD; and he shall give thee the desires of thine heart.”
KJV - 6Psalms 90:12
“So teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom. apply: Heb. cause to come”
KJV - 7
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- 9Proverbs 9:11
“For by me thy days shall be multiplied, and the years of thy life shall be increased.”
KJV - 10Ecclesiastes 7:1
“A good name is better than precious ointment; and the day of death than the day of one's birth.”
KJV
Subtopics of Birthdays
Old Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Birthdays? (13 Verses)
“And it came to pass the third day, which was Pharaoh's birthday , that he made a feast unto all his servants: and he lifted up the head of the chief butler and of the chief baker among his servants. lifted: or, reckoned”
“The LORD bless thee, and keep thee:”
“Thou wilt shew me the path of life: in thy presence is fulness of joy; at thy right hand there are pleasures for evermore.”
“Grant thee according to thine own heart, and fulfil all thy counsel.”
“Delight thyself also in the LORD; and he shall give thee the desires of thine heart.”
“So teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom. apply: Heb. cause to come”
“For he shall give his angels charge over thee, to keep thee in all thy ways.”
“This is the day which the LORD hath made; we will rejoice and be glad in it.”
“For by me thy days shall be multiplied, and the years of thy life shall be increased.”
“A good name is better than precious ointment; and the day of death than the day of one's birth.”
“For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. expected: Heb. end and expectation”
“It is of the LORD'S mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not.”
“The LORD thy God in the midst of thee is mighty; he will save, he will rejoice over thee with joy; he will rest in his love, he will joy over thee with singing. rest: Heb. be silent”
New Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Birthdays? (3 Verses)
“But when Herod's birthday was kept, the daughter of Herodias danced before them , and pleased Herod. before: Gr. in the midst”
“For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God:”
“Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning.”
How to Study What the Bible Says About Birthdays
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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 birthdays. 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 birthdays 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 birthdays 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 birthdays needs to be applied more consistently. Write a specific, actionable step you can take this week.
Share what you have learned about birthdays 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 birthdays, asking God to reveal how His Word applies to your relationships, decisions, and daily habits.
How Well Do You Know What the Bible Says About Birthdays?
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