Complete Bible Study Guide

What Does the Bible Say About Chickens?

6 Scripture references with full text and commentary

Understanding Chickens in the Bible

What does the Bible say about chickens? Browse 7 carefully selected verses that illuminate this biblical theme.

6
Total Verses
2
Old Testament
4
New Testament

Top 6 Verses About Chickens

  1. 1
    Nehemiah 5:18
    Now that which was prepared for me daily was one ox and six choice sheep; also fowls were prepared for me, and once in ten days store of all sorts of wine: yet for all this required not I the bread of the governor, because the bondage was heavy upon this people.
    KJV
  2. 2
    Psalms 91:4
    He shall cover thee with his feathers, and under his wings shalt thou trust: his truth shall be thy shield and buckler.
    KJV
  3. 3
    Matthew 23:37
    O Jerusalem, Jerusalem, thou that killest the prophets, and stonest them which are sent unto thee, how often would I have gathered thy children together, even as a hen gathereth her chickens under her wings, and ye would not!
    KJV
  4. 4
    Luke 13:34
    O Jerusalem, Jerusalem, which killest the prophets, and stonest them that are sent unto thee; how often would I have gathered thy children together, as a hen doth gather her brood under her wings, and ye would not!
    KJV
  5. 5
    Luke 22:34
    And he said, I tell thee, Peter, the cock shall not crow this day, before that thou shalt thrice deny that thou knowest me.
    KJV
  6. 6
    Revelation 1:1
    The Revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave unto him, to shew unto his servants things which must shortly come to pass; and he sent and signified it by his angel unto his servant John:
    KJV

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Old Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Chickens? (2 Verses)

Now that which was prepared for me daily was one ox and six choice sheep; also fowls were prepared for me, and once in ten days store of all sorts of wine: yet for all this required not I the bread of the governor, because the bondage was heavy upon this people.
He shall cover thee with his feathers, and under his wings shalt thou trust: his truth shall be thy shield and buckler.

New Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Chickens? (4 Verses)

O Jerusalem, Jerusalem, thou that killest the prophets, and stonest them which are sent unto thee, how often would I have gathered thy children together, even as a hen gathereth her chickens under her wings, and ye would not!
O Jerusalem, Jerusalem, which killest the prophets, and stonest them that are sent unto thee; how often would I have gathered thy children together, as a hen doth gather her brood under her wings, and ye would not!
And he said, I tell thee, Peter, the cock shall not crow this day, before that thou shalt thrice deny that thou knowest me.
The Revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave unto him, to shew unto his servants things which must shortly come to pass; and he sent and signified it by his angel unto his servant John:

How to Study What the Bible Says About Chickens

  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 chickens. 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 chickens 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 chickens 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 chickens needs to be applied more consistently. Write a specific, actionable step you can take this week.

  • Share what you have learned about chickens 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 chickens, 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 chickens?
What does the Bible say about chickens? Browse 7 carefully selected verses that illuminate this biblical theme. The Bible contains 6 key verses about chickens spanning both Old and New Testaments.
How many Bible verses about chickens are there?
There are 6 key Bible verses about chickens compiled in this study guide, drawn from books across both the Old and New Testaments.
What is the best verse about chickens?
One of the most well-known and frequently cited verses about chickens is Nehemiah 5:18 — "Now that which was prepared for me daily was one ox and six choice sheep; also fowls were prepared for me, and once in ten days store of all sorts of ..."
Where in the Bible does it talk about chickens?
Chickens is discussed throughout the Bible in both the Old and New Testaments. You can find 6 references to this topic across multiple books including the Psalms, Proverbs, the Gospels, and the Epistles.

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