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What Does the Bible Say About Molestation?

10 Scripture references with full text and commentary

Understanding Molestation in the Bible

What does the Bible say about molestation? Browse 10 carefully selected verses that illuminate this biblical theme.

10
Total Verses
1
Old Testament
9
New Testament

Top 10 Verses About Molestation

  1. 1
    Deuteronomy 22:25
    But if a man find a betrothed damsel in the field, and the man force her, and lie with her: then the man only that lay with her shall die: force: or, take strong hold of
    KJV
  2. 2
    Matthew 18:6
    But whoso shall offend one of these little ones which believe in me, it were better for him that a millstone were hanged about his neck, and that he were drowned in the depth of the sea.
    KJV
  3. 3
    Mark 9:42
    And whosoever shall offend one of these little ones that believe in me, it is better for him that a millstone were hanged about his neck, and he were cast into the sea.
    KJV
  4. 4
    Luke 17:2
    It were better for him that a millstone were hanged about his neck, and he cast into the sea, than that he should offend one of these little ones.
    KJV
  5. 5
    Galatians 5:16
    This I say then, Walk in the Spirit, and ye shall not fulfil the lust of the flesh. ye: or, fulfil not
    KJV
  6. 6
    Galatians 5:19
    Now the works of the flesh are manifest, which are these; Adultery, fornication, uncleanness, lasciviousness,
    KJV
  7. 7
    Ephesians 5:1
    Be ye therefore followers of God, as dear children;
    KJV
  8. 8
    Colossians 3:5
    Mortify therefore your members which are upon the earth; fornication, uncleanness, inordinate affection, evil concupiscence, and covetousness, which is idolatry:
    KJV
  9. 9
    Hebrews 10:26
    For if we sin wilfully after that we have received the knowledge of the truth, there remaineth no more sacrifice for sins,
    KJV
  10. 10
    Revelation 21:8
    But the fearful, and unbelieving, and the abominable, and murderers, and whoremongers, and sorcerers, and idolaters, and all liars, shall have their part in the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone: which is the second death.
    KJV

Old Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Molestation? (1 Verses)

But if a man find a betrothed damsel in the field, and the man force her, and lie with her: then the man only that lay with her shall die: force: or, take strong hold of

New Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Molestation? (9 Verses)

But whoso shall offend one of these little ones which believe in me, it were better for him that a millstone were hanged about his neck, and that he were drowned in the depth of the sea.
And whosoever shall offend one of these little ones that believe in me, it is better for him that a millstone were hanged about his neck, and he were cast into the sea.
It were better for him that a millstone were hanged about his neck, and he cast into the sea, than that he should offend one of these little ones.
This I say then, Walk in the Spirit, and ye shall not fulfil the lust of the flesh. ye: or, fulfil not
Now the works of the flesh are manifest, which are these; Adultery, fornication, uncleanness, lasciviousness,
Be ye therefore followers of God, as dear children;
Mortify therefore your members which are upon the earth; fornication, uncleanness, inordinate affection, evil concupiscence, and covetousness, which is idolatry:
For if we sin wilfully after that we have received the knowledge of the truth, there remaineth no more sacrifice for sins,
But the fearful, and unbelieving, and the abominable, and murderers, and whoremongers, and sorcerers, and idolaters, and all liars, shall have their part in the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone: which is the second death.

How to Study What the Bible Says About Molestation

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

  • Share what you have learned about molestation 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 molestation, 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 molestation?
What does the Bible say about molestation? Browse 10 carefully selected verses that illuminate this biblical theme. The Bible contains 10 key verses about molestation spanning both Old and New Testaments.
How many Bible verses about molestation are there?
There are 10 key Bible verses about molestation compiled in this study guide, drawn from books across both the Old and New Testaments.
What is the best verse about molestation?
One of the most well-known and frequently cited verses about molestation is Deuteronomy 22:25 — "But if a man find a betrothed damsel in the field, and the man force her, and lie with her: then the man only that lay with her shall die: force: or, ..."
Where in the Bible does it talk about molestation?
Molestation is discussed throughout the Bible in both the Old and New Testaments. You can find 10 references to this topic across multiple books including the Psalms, Proverbs, the Gospels, and the Epistles.

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