Complete Bible Study Guide

What Does the Bible Say About Jabez?

11 Scripture references with full text and commentary

Understanding Jabez in the Bible

What does the Bible say about jabez? Browse 12 carefully selected verses that illuminate this biblical theme.

11
Total Verses
3
Old Testament
8
New Testament

Top 10 Verses About Jabez

  1. 1
    1 Chronicles 4:9
    And Jabez was more honourable than his brethren: and his mother called his name Jabez, saying, Because I bare him with sorrow. Jabez: that is, Sorrowful
    KJV
  2. 2
    1 Chronicles 4:10
    And Jabez called on the God of Israel, saying, Oh that thou wouldest bless me indeed, and enlarge my coast, and that thine hand might be with me, and that thou wouldest keep me from evil, that it may not grieve me! And God granted him that which he requested. Oh: Heb. If thou wilt, etc keep: Heb. do me
    KJV
  3. 3
    Job 22:28
    Thou shalt also decree a thing, and it shall be established unto thee: and the light shall shine upon thy ways.
    KJV
  4. 4
    Matthew 6:5
    And when thou prayest, thou shalt not be as the hypocrites are: for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and in the corners of the streets, that they may be seen of men. Verily I say unto you, They have their reward.
    KJV
  5. 5
    Matthew 6:9
    After this manner therefore pray ye: Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name.
    KJV
  6. 6
    Matthew 6:13
    And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen.
    KJV
  7. 7
    Ephesians 1:3
    Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in Christ: places: or, things
    KJV
  8. 8
    Hebrews 11:1
    Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. substance: or, ground, or, confidence
    KJV
  9. 9
    James 4:2
    Ye lust, and have not: ye kill, and desire to have, and cannot obtain: ye fight and war, yet ye have not, because ye ask not.
    KJV
  10. 10
    James 4:3
    Ye ask, and receive not, because ye ask amiss, that ye may consume it upon your lusts. lusts: or, pleasures
    KJV

Subtopics of Jabez

prayer of jabez
1. A city of the tribe of Judah
2. The head of a family
1. A city of Judah

Old Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Jabez? (3 Verses)

And Jabez was more honourable than his brethren: and his mother called his name Jabez, saying, Because I bare him with sorrow. Jabez: that is, Sorrowful
And Jabez called on the God of Israel, saying, Oh that thou wouldest bless me indeed, and enlarge my coast, and that thine hand might be with me, and that thou wouldest keep me from evil, that it may not grieve me! And God granted him that which he requested. Oh: Heb. If thou wilt, etc keep: Heb. do me
Thou shalt also decree a thing, and it shall be established unto thee: and the light shall shine upon thy ways.

New Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Jabez? (8 Verses)

And when thou prayest, thou shalt not be as the hypocrites are: for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and in the corners of the streets, that they may be seen of men. Verily I say unto you, They have their reward.
After this manner therefore pray ye: Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name.
And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen.
Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in Christ: places: or, things
Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. substance: or, ground, or, confidence
Ye lust, and have not: ye kill, and desire to have, and cannot obtain: ye fight and war, yet ye have not, because ye ask not.
Ye ask, and receive not, because ye ask amiss, that ye may consume it upon your lusts. lusts: or, pleasures
Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.

How to Study What the Bible Says About Jabez

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

  • Share what you have learned about jabez 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 jabez, 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 jabez?
What does the Bible say about jabez? Browse 12 carefully selected verses that illuminate this biblical theme. The Bible contains 11 key verses about jabez spanning both Old and New Testaments.
How many Bible verses about jabez are there?
There are 11 key Bible verses about jabez compiled in this study guide, drawn from books across both the Old and New Testaments.
What is the best verse about jabez?
One of the most well-known and frequently cited verses about jabez is 1 Chronicles 4:9 — "And Jabez was more honourable than his brethren: and his mother called his name Jabez, saying, Because I bare him with sorrow. Jabez: that is, Sorrowf..."
Where in the Bible does it talk about jabez?
Jabez is discussed throughout the Bible in both the Old and New Testaments. You can find 11 references to this topic across multiple books including the Psalms, Proverbs, the Gospels, and the Epistles.

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