Complete Bible Study Guide

What Does the Bible Say About Humans?

7 Scripture references with full text and commentary

Understanding Humans in the Bible

Explore what the Bible says about humans. This collection of 11 key Scripture passages reveals God's wisdom and guidance on this important theme.

7
Total Verses
5
Old Testament
2
New Testament

Top 7 Verses About Humans

  1. 1
    Genesis 1:26
    And God said, Let us make man in our image, after our likeness: and let them have dominion over the fish of the sea, and over the fowl of the air, and over the cattle, and over all the earth, and over every creeping thing that creepeth upon the earth.
    KJV
  2. 2
    Genesis 1:27
    So God created man in his own image, in the image of God created he him; male and female created he them.
    KJV
  3. 3
    Genesis 2:7
    And the LORD God formed man of the dust of the ground, and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life; and man became a living soul. of the dust: Heb. dust of the ground
    KJV
  4. 4
    Psalms 8:4
    What is man, that thou art mindful of him? and the son of man, that thou visitest him?
    KJV
  5. 5
    Ecclesiastes 12:7
    Then shall the dust return to the earth as it was: and the spirit shall return unto God who gave it.
    KJV
  6. 6
    John 3:16
    For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
    KJV
  7. 7
    Romans 12:2
    And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.
    KJV

Subtopics of Humans

angels and humans
does god hate any humans he has created

Old Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Humans? (5 Verses)

And God said, Let us make man in our image, after our likeness: and let them have dominion over the fish of the sea, and over the fowl of the air, and over the cattle, and over all the earth, and over every creeping thing that creepeth upon the earth.
So God created man in his own image, in the image of God created he him; male and female created he them.
And the LORD God formed man of the dust of the ground, and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life; and man became a living soul. of the dust: Heb. dust of the ground
What is man, that thou art mindful of him? and the son of man, that thou visitest him?
Then shall the dust return to the earth as it was: and the spirit shall return unto God who gave it.

New Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Humans? (2 Verses)

For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.

How to Study What the Bible Says About Humans

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

  • Share what you have learned about humans 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 humans, 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 humans?
Explore what the Bible says about humans. This collection of 11 key Scripture passages reveals God's wisdom and guidance on this important theme. The Bible contains 7 key verses about humans spanning both Old and New Testaments.
How many Bible verses about humans are there?
There are 7 key Bible verses about humans compiled in this study guide, drawn from books across both the Old and New Testaments.
What is the best verse about humans?
One of the most well-known and frequently cited verses about humans is Genesis 1:26 — "And God said, Let us make man in our image, after our likeness: and let them have dominion over the fish of the sea, and over the fowl of the air, and..."
Where in the Bible does it talk about humans?
Humans is discussed throughout the Bible in both the Old and New Testaments. You can find 7 references to this topic across multiple books including the Psalms, Proverbs, the Gospels, and the Epistles.

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