Complete Bible Study Guide
What Does the Bible Say About Mom?
8 Scripture references with full text and commentary
Understanding Mom in the Bible
Explore what the Bible says about mom. This collection of 11 key Scripture passages reveals God's wisdom and guidance on this important theme.
Top 8 Verses About Mom
- 1Exodus 20:12
“Honour thy father and thy mother: that thy days may be long upon the land which the LORD thy God giveth thee.”
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- 4Proverbs 22:6
“Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it. Train: or, Catechise in: Heb. in his way”
KJV - 5Isaiah 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 - 6Isaiah 66:13
“As one whom his mother comforteth, so will I comfort you; and ye shall be comforted in Jerusalem.”
KJV - 7Luke 2:51
“And he went down with them, and came to Nazareth, and was subject unto them: but his mother kept all these sayings in her heart.”
KJV - 8Titus 2:4
“That they may teach the young women to be sober, to love their husbands, to love their children, sober: or, wise”
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Subtopics of Mom
Old Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Mom? (6 Verses)
“Honour thy father and thy mother: that thy days may be long upon the land which the LORD thy God giveth thee.”
“Lo, children are an heritage of the LORD: and the fruit of the womb is his reward.”
“My son, hear the instruction of thy father, and forsake not the law of thy mother:”
“Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it. Train: or, Catechise in: Heb. in his way”
“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”
“As one whom his mother comforteth, so will I comfort you; and ye shall be comforted in Jerusalem.”
New Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Mom? (2 Verses)
How to Study What the Bible Says About Mom
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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.
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Use a concordance or the search tools on this site to find additional passages about mom. Look for patterns across both the Old and New Testaments to gain a complete picture of what God reveals on this subject.
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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.
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Memorise at least one key verse about mom 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 mom 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 mom needs to be applied more consistently. Write a specific, actionable step you can take this week.
Share what you have learned about mom 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 mom, asking God to reveal how His Word applies to your relationships, decisions, and daily habits.
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