Complete Bible Study Guide
What Does the Bible Say About Hating Someone?
6 Scripture references with full text and commentary
Understanding Hating Someone in the Bible
What does the Bible say about hating someone? Browse 12 carefully selected verses that illuminate this biblical theme.
Top 6 Verses About Hating Someone
- 1Proverbs 6:16
“These six things doth the LORD hate: yea, seven are an abomination unto him: unto: Heb. of his soul”
KJV - 2Mark 11:25
“And when ye stand praying, forgive, if ye have ought against any: that your Father also which is in heaven may forgive you your trespasses.”
KJV - 3
- 4Luke 10:27
“And he answering said, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy strength, and with all thy mind; and thy neighbour as thyself.”
KJV - 5Romans 12:19
“Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.”
KJV - 6
Old Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Hating Someone? (1 Verses)
“These six things doth the LORD hate: yea, seven are an abomination unto him: unto: Heb. of his soul”
New Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Hating Someone? (5 Verses)
“And when ye stand praying, forgive, if ye have ought against any: that your Father also which is in heaven may forgive you your trespasses.”
“But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,”
“And he answering said, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy strength, and with all thy mind; and thy neighbour as thyself.”
“Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.”
“Be ye angry, and sin not: let not the sun go down upon your wrath:”
How to Study What the Bible Says About Hating Someone
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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 hating someone. 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 hating someone 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 hating someone 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 hating someone needs to be applied more consistently. Write a specific, actionable step you can take this week.
Share what you have learned about hating someone 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 hating someone, 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 Hating Someone?
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