Complete Bible Study Guide
What Does the Bible Say About Neighbors?
9 Scripture references with full text and commentary
Understanding Neighbors in the Bible
Explore what the Bible says about neighbors. This collection of 9 key Scripture passages reveals God's wisdom and guidance on this important theme.
Top 9 Verses About Neighbors
- 1Leviticus 19:18
“Thou shalt not avenge, nor bear any grudge against the children of thy people, but thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself: I am the LORD.”
KJV - 2Proverbs 3:29
“Devise not evil against thy neighbour, seeing he dwelleth securely by thee. Devise: or, Practise no evil”
KJV - 3Matthew 7:12
“Therefore all things whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them: for this is the law and the prophets.”
KJV - 4Mark 12:31
“And the second is like, namely this , Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself. There is none other commandment greater than these.”
KJV - 5Luke 10:27
“And he answering said, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy strength, and with all thy mind; and thy neighbour as thyself.”
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- 8Galatians 5:14
“For all the law is fulfilled in one word, even in this; Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself.”
KJV - 9James 2:8
“If ye fulfil the royal law according to the scripture, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself, ye do well:”
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Subtopics of Neighbors
Old Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Neighbors? (2 Verses)
“Thou shalt not avenge, nor bear any grudge against the children of thy people, but thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself: I am the LORD.”
“Devise not evil against thy neighbour, seeing he dwelleth securely by thee. Devise: or, Practise no evil”
New Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Neighbors? (7 Verses)
“Therefore all things whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them: for this is the law and the prophets.”
“And the second is like, namely this , Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself. There is none other commandment greater than these.”
“And he answering said, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy strength, and with all thy mind; and thy neighbour as thyself.”
“Love worketh no ill to his neighbour: therefore love is the fulfilling of the law.”
“Let every one of us please his neighbour for his good to edification.”
“For all the law is fulfilled in one word, even in this; Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself.”
“If ye fulfil the royal law according to the scripture, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself, ye do well:”
How to Study What the Bible Says About Neighbors
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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 neighbors. 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 neighbors 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 neighbors 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 neighbors needs to be applied more consistently. Write a specific, actionable step you can take this week.
Share what you have learned about neighbors 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 neighbors, 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 Neighbors?
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