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What Does the Bible Say About Matthias?

12 Scripture references with full text and commentary

Understanding Matthias in the Bible

Discover 12 Bible verses about matthias. This comprehensive collection of Scripture quotes reveals God's wisdom and guidance on matthias, with verses from across the Old and New Testaments.

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Total Verses
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Old Testament
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New Testament

Top 10 Verses About Matthias

  1. 1
    Acts 1:15
    And in those days Peter stood up in the midst of the disciples, and said, (the number of names together were about an hundred and twenty,)
    KJV
  2. 2
    Acts 1:16
    Men and brethren, this scripture must needs have been fulfilled, which the Holy Ghost by the mouth of David spake before concerning Judas, which was guide to them that took Jesus.
    KJV
  3. 3
    Acts 1:17
    For he was numbered with us, and had obtained part of this ministry.
    KJV
  4. 4
    Acts 1:18
    Now this man purchased a field with the reward of iniquity; and falling headlong, he burst asunder in the midst, and all his bowels gushed out.
    KJV
  5. 5
    Acts 1:19
    And it was known unto all the dwellers at Jerusalem; insomuch as that field is called in their proper tongue, Aceldama, that is to say, The field of blood.
    KJV
  6. 6
    Acts 1:20
    For it is written in the book of Psalms, Let his habitation be desolate, and let no man dwell therein : and his bishoprick let another take. bishoprick: or, office, or, charge
    KJV
  7. 7
    Acts 1:21
    Wherefore of these men which have companied with us all the time that the Lord Jesus went in and out among us,
    KJV
  8. 8
    Acts 1:22
    Beginning from the baptism of John, unto that same day that he was taken up from us, must one be ordained to be a witness with us of his resurrection.
    KJV
  9. 9
    Acts 1:23
    And they appointed two, Joseph called Barsabas, who was surnamed Justus, and Matthias.
    KJV
  10. 10
    Acts 1:24
    And they prayed, and said, Thou, Lord, which knowest the hearts of all men, shew whether of these two thou hast chosen,
    KJV

Subtopics of Matthias

Surnamed JUSTUS
Chosen as an apostle in the place of Judas
Surnamed Justus, chosen as an apostle in the place of Judas.

New Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Matthias? (12 Verses)

And in those days Peter stood up in the midst of the disciples, and said, (the number of names together were about an hundred and twenty,)
Men and brethren, this scripture must needs have been fulfilled, which the Holy Ghost by the mouth of David spake before concerning Judas, which was guide to them that took Jesus.
For he was numbered with us, and had obtained part of this ministry.
Now this man purchased a field with the reward of iniquity; and falling headlong, he burst asunder in the midst, and all his bowels gushed out.
And it was known unto all the dwellers at Jerusalem; insomuch as that field is called in their proper tongue, Aceldama, that is to say, The field of blood.
For it is written in the book of Psalms, Let his habitation be desolate, and let no man dwell therein : and his bishoprick let another take. bishoprick: or, office, or, charge
Wherefore of these men which have companied with us all the time that the Lord Jesus went in and out among us,
Beginning from the baptism of John, unto that same day that he was taken up from us, must one be ordained to be a witness with us of his resurrection.
And they appointed two, Joseph called Barsabas, who was surnamed Justus, and Matthias.
And they prayed, and said, Thou, Lord, which knowest the hearts of all men, shew whether of these two thou hast chosen,
That he may take part of this ministry and apostleship, from which Judas by transgression fell, that he might go to his own place.
And they gave forth their lots; and the lot fell upon Matthias; and he was numbered with the eleven apostles.

How to Study What the Bible Says About Matthias

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

  • Share what you have learned about matthias 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 matthias, 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 matthias?
Discover 12 Bible verses about matthias. This comprehensive collection of Scripture quotes reveals God's wisdom and guidance on matthias, with verses from across the Old and New Testaments. The Bible contains 12 key verses about matthias spanning both Old and New Testaments.
How many Bible verses about matthias are there?
There are 12 key Bible verses about matthias compiled in this study guide, drawn from books across both the Old and New Testaments.
What is the best verse about matthias?
One of the most well-known and frequently cited verses about matthias is Acts 1:15 — "And in those days Peter stood up in the midst of the disciples, and said, (the number of names together were about an hundred and twenty,)"
Where in the Bible does it talk about matthias?
Matthias is discussed throughout the Bible in both the Old and New Testaments. You can find 12 references to this topic across multiple books including the Psalms, Proverbs, the Gospels, and the Epistles.

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