Complete Bible Study Guide
What Does the Bible Say About Mouth?
10 Scripture references with full text and commentary
Understanding Mouth in the Bible
What does the Bible say about mouth? Browse 11 carefully selected verses that illuminate this biblical theme.
Top 10 Verses About Mouth
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- 2Proverbs 10:19
“In the multitude of words there wanteth not sin: but he that refraineth his lips is wise.”
KJV - 3Proverbs 12:18
“There is that speaketh like the piercings of a sword: but the tongue of the wise is health.”
KJV - 4Proverbs 13:3
“He that keepeth his mouth keepeth his life: but he that openeth wide his lips shall have destruction.”
KJV - 5Proverbs 30:32
“If thou hast done foolishly in lifting up thyself, or if thou hast thought evil, lay thine hand upon thy mouth.”
KJV - 6Jeremiah 1:9
“Then the LORD put forth his hand, and touched my mouth. And the LORD said unto me, Behold, I have put my words in thy mouth.”
KJV - 7Matthew 12:36
“But I say unto you, That every idle word that men shall speak, they shall give account thereof in the day of judgment.”
KJV - 8Matthew 15:11
“Not that which goeth into the mouth defileth a man; but that which cometh out of the mouth, this defileth a man.”
KJV - 9Ephesians 4:29
“Let no corrupt communication proceed out of your mouth, but that which is good to the use of edifying, that it may minister grace unto the hearers. to: or, to edify profitably”
KJV - 10James 1:19
“Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath:”
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Subtopics of Mouth
Old Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Mouth? (6 Verses)
“Set a watch, O LORD, before my mouth; keep the door of my lips.”
“In the multitude of words there wanteth not sin: but he that refraineth his lips is wise.”
“There is that speaketh like the piercings of a sword: but the tongue of the wise is health.”
“He that keepeth his mouth keepeth his life: but he that openeth wide his lips shall have destruction.”
“If thou hast done foolishly in lifting up thyself, or if thou hast thought evil, lay thine hand upon thy mouth.”
“Then the LORD put forth his hand, and touched my mouth. And the LORD said unto me, Behold, I have put my words in thy mouth.”
New Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Mouth? (4 Verses)
“But I say unto you, That every idle word that men shall speak, they shall give account thereof in the day of judgment.”
“Not that which goeth into the mouth defileth a man; but that which cometh out of the mouth, this defileth a man.”
“Let no corrupt communication proceed out of your mouth, but that which is good to the use of edifying, that it may minister grace unto the hearers. to: or, to edify profitably”
“Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath:”
How to Study What the Bible Says About Mouth
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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 mouth. 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 mouth 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 mouth 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 mouth needs to be applied more consistently. Write a specific, actionable step you can take this week.
Share what you have learned about mouth 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 mouth, asking God to reveal how His Word applies to your relationships, decisions, and daily habits.
How Well Do You Know What the Bible Says About Mouth?
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