Complete Bible Study Guide

What Does the Bible Say About Fornicators?

6 Scripture references with full text and commentary

Understanding Fornicators in the Bible

What does the Bible say about fornicators? Browse 10 carefully selected verses that illuminate this biblical theme.

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Old Testament
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New Testament

Top 6 Verses About Fornicators

  1. 1
    Matthew 19:9
    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.
    KJV
  2. 2
    Galatians 5:19
    Now the works of the flesh are manifest, which are these; Adultery, fornication, uncleanness, lasciviousness,
    KJV
  3. 3
    Colossians 3:5
    Mortify therefore your members which are upon the earth; fornication, uncleanness, inordinate affection, evil concupiscence, and covetousness, which is idolatry:
    KJV
  4. 4
    Hebrews 13:4
    Marriage is honourable in all, and the bed undefiled: but whoremongers and adulterers God will judge.
    KJV
  5. 5
    Jude 1:7
    Even as Sodom and Gomorrha, and the cities about them in like manner, giving themselves over to fornication, and going after strange flesh, are set forth for an example, suffering the vengeance of eternal fire. strange: Gr. other
    KJV
  6. 6
    Revelation 21:8
    But the fearful, and unbelieving, and the abominable, and murderers, and whoremongers, and sorcerers, and idolaters, and all liars, shall have their part in the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone: which is the second death.
    KJV

New Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Fornicators? (6 Verses)

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.
Now the works of the flesh are manifest, which are these; Adultery, fornication, uncleanness, lasciviousness,
Mortify therefore your members which are upon the earth; fornication, uncleanness, inordinate affection, evil concupiscence, and covetousness, which is idolatry:
Marriage is honourable in all, and the bed undefiled: but whoremongers and adulterers God will judge.
Even as Sodom and Gomorrha, and the cities about them in like manner, giving themselves over to fornication, and going after strange flesh, are set forth for an example, suffering the vengeance of eternal fire. strange: Gr. other
But the fearful, and unbelieving, and the abominable, and murderers, and whoremongers, and sorcerers, and idolaters, and all liars, shall have their part in the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone: which is the second death.

How to Study What the Bible Says About Fornicators

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

  • Share what you have learned about fornicators 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 fornicators, 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 fornicators?
What does the Bible say about fornicators? Browse 10 carefully selected verses that illuminate this biblical theme. The Bible contains 6 key verses about fornicators spanning both Old and New Testaments.
How many Bible verses about fornicators are there?
There are 6 key Bible verses about fornicators compiled in this study guide, drawn from books across both the Old and New Testaments.
What is the best verse about fornicators?
One of the most well-known and frequently cited verses about fornicators is Matthew 19:9 — "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 ..."
Where in the Bible does it talk about fornicators?
Fornicators 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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