Complete Bible Study Guide

What Does the Bible Say About Miscarriage?

9 Scripture references with full text and commentary

Understanding Miscarriage in the Bible

What does the Bible say about miscarriage? Browse 9 carefully selected verses that illuminate this biblical theme.

9
Total Verses
7
Old Testament
2
New Testament

Top 9 Verses About Miscarriage

  1. 1
    Job 1:21
    And said, Naked came I out of my mother's womb, and naked shall I return thither: the LORD gave, and the LORD hath taken away; blessed be the name of the LORD.
    KJV
  2. 2
    Psalms 34:18
    The LORD is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit. unto: Heb. to the broken of heart of a contrite: Heb. contrite of spirit
    KJV
  3. 3
    Psalms 139:13
    For thou hast possessed my reins: thou hast covered me in my mother's womb.
    KJV
  4. 4
    Isaiah 41:10
    Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.
    KJV
  5. 5
    Isaiah 49:15
    Can a woman forget her sucking child, that she should not have compassion on the son of her womb? yea, they may forget, yet will I not forget thee. that: Heb. from having compassion
    KJV
  6. 6
    Jeremiah 1:5
    Before I formed thee in the belly I knew thee; and before thou camest forth out of the womb I sanctified thee, and I ordained thee a prophet unto the nations. ordained: Heb. gave
    KJV
  7. 7
    Jeremiah 29:11
    For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. expected: Heb. end and expectation
    KJV
  8. 8
    Romans 8:28
    And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.
    KJV
  9. 9
    Philippians 4:6
    Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.
    KJV

Subtopics of Miscarriage

miscarriages

Old Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Miscarriage? (7 Verses)

And said, Naked came I out of my mother's womb, and naked shall I return thither: the LORD gave, and the LORD hath taken away; blessed be the name of the LORD.
The LORD is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit. unto: Heb. to the broken of heart of a contrite: Heb. contrite of spirit
For thou hast possessed my reins: thou hast covered me in my mother's womb.
Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.
Can a woman forget her sucking child, that she should not have compassion on the son of her womb? yea, they may forget, yet will I not forget thee. that: Heb. from having compassion
Before I formed thee in the belly I knew thee; and before thou camest forth out of the womb I sanctified thee, and I ordained thee a prophet unto the nations. ordained: Heb. gave
For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. expected: Heb. end and expectation

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

And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.
Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.

How to Study What the Bible Says About Miscarriage

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

  • Share what you have learned about miscarriage 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 miscarriage, 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 miscarriage?
What does the Bible say about miscarriage? Browse 9 carefully selected verses that illuminate this biblical theme. The Bible contains 9 key verses about miscarriage spanning both Old and New Testaments.
How many Bible verses about miscarriage are there?
There are 9 key Bible verses about miscarriage compiled in this study guide, drawn from books across both the Old and New Testaments.
What is the best verse about miscarriage?
One of the most well-known and frequently cited verses about miscarriage is Job 1:21 — "And said, Naked came I out of my mother's womb, and naked shall I return thither: the LORD gave, and the LORD hath taken away; blessed be the name of ..."
Where in the Bible does it talk about miscarriage?
Miscarriage is discussed throughout the Bible in both the Old and New Testaments. You can find 9 references to this topic across multiple books including the Psalms, Proverbs, the Gospels, and the Epistles.

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