Complete Bible Study Guide

What Does the Bible Say About Legion?

6 Scripture references with full text and commentary

Understanding Legion in the Bible

Explore what the Bible says about legion. This collection of 6 key Scripture passages reveals God's wisdom and guidance on this important theme.

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Total Verses
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Old Testament
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New Testament

Top 6 Verses About Legion

  1. 1
    Matthew 8:28
    And when he was come to the other side into the country of the Gergesenes, there met him two possessed with devils, coming out of the tombs, exceeding fierce, so that no man might pass by that way.
    KJV
  2. 2
    Matthew 26:53
    Thinkest thou that I cannot now pray to my Father, and he shall presently give me more than twelve legions of angels?
    KJV
  3. 3
    Mark 5:1
    And they came over unto the other side of the sea, into the country of the Gadarenes.
    KJV
  4. 4
    Mark 5:9
    And he asked him, What is thy name? And he answered, saying, My name is Legion: for we are many.
    KJV
  5. 5
    Mark 5:15
    And they come to Jesus, and see him that was possessed with the devil, and had the legion, sitting, and clothed, and in his right mind: and they were afraid.
    KJV
  6. 6
    Luke 8:30
    And Jesus asked him, saying, What is thy name? And he said, Legion: because many devils were entered into him.
    KJV

Subtopics of Legion

legions
Of angels
Demons
Of devils

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

And when he was come to the other side into the country of the Gergesenes, there met him two possessed with devils, coming out of the tombs, exceeding fierce, so that no man might pass by that way.
Thinkest thou that I cannot now pray to my Father, and he shall presently give me more than twelve legions of angels?
And they came over unto the other side of the sea, into the country of the Gadarenes.
And he asked him, What is thy name? And he answered, saying, My name is Legion: for we are many.
And they come to Jesus, and see him that was possessed with the devil, and had the legion, sitting, and clothed, and in his right mind: and they were afraid.
And Jesus asked him, saying, What is thy name? And he said, Legion: because many devils were entered into him.

How to Study What the Bible Says About Legion

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

  • Share what you have learned about legion 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 legion, 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 legion?
Explore what the Bible says about legion. This collection of 6 key Scripture passages reveals God's wisdom and guidance on this important theme. The Bible contains 6 key verses about legion spanning both Old and New Testaments.
How many Bible verses about legion are there?
There are 6 key Bible verses about legion compiled in this study guide, drawn from books across both the Old and New Testaments.
What is the best verse about legion?
One of the most well-known and frequently cited verses about legion is Matthew 8:28 — "And when he was come to the other side into the country of the Gergesenes, there met him two possessed with devils, coming out of the tombs, exceeding..."
Where in the Bible does it talk about legion?
Legion 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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Topics Included

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legion