Complete Bible Study Guide
What Does the Bible Say About Prejudice?
12 Scripture references with full text and commentary
Understanding Prejudice in the Bible
Explore what the Bible says about prejudice. This collection of 12 key Scripture passages reveals God's wisdom and guidance on this important theme.
Top 10 Verses About Prejudice
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- 2Mark 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 - 3
- 4John 13:34
“A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another.”
KJV - 5Acts 10:34
“Then Peter opened his mouth, and said, Of a truth I perceive that God is no respecter of persons:”
KJV - 6Romans 12:3
“For I say, through the grace given unto me, to every man that is among you, not to think of himself more highly than he ought to think; but to think soberly , according as God hath dealt to every man the measure of faith. soberly: Gr. to sobriety”
KJV - 7Galatians 3:28
“There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus.”
KJV - 8Ephesians 4:32
“And be ye kind one to another , tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ's sake hath forgiven you.”
KJV - 9Ephesians 6:9
“And, ye masters, do the same things unto them, forbearing threatening: knowing that your Master also is in heaven; neither is there respect of persons with him. forbearing: or, moderating your: some read, both your and their Master”
KJV - 10Colossians 3:11
“Where there is neither Greek nor Jew, circumcision nor uncircumcision, Barbarian, Scythian, bond nor free: but Christ is all, and in all.”
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Subtopics of Prejudice
New Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Prejudice? (12 Verses)
“Judge not, that ye be not judged.”
“And the second is like, namely this , Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself. There is none other commandment greater than these.”
“Judge not according to the appearance, but judge righteous judgment.”
“A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another.”
“Then Peter opened his mouth, and said, Of a truth I perceive that God is no respecter of persons:”
“For I say, through the grace given unto me, to every man that is among you, not to think of himself more highly than he ought to think; but to think soberly , according as God hath dealt to every man the measure of faith. soberly: Gr. to sobriety”
“There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus.”
“And be ye kind one to another , tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ's sake hath forgiven you.”
“And, ye masters, do the same things unto them, forbearing threatening: knowing that your Master also is in heaven; neither is there respect of persons with him. forbearing: or, moderating your: some read, both your and their Master”
“Where there is neither Greek nor Jew, circumcision nor uncircumcision, Barbarian, Scythian, bond nor free: but Christ is all, and in all.”
“One of themselves, even a prophet of their own, said, The Cretians are alway liars, evil beasts, slow bellies.”
“My brethren, have not the faith of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Lord of glory, with respect of persons.”
How to Study What the Bible Says About Prejudice
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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 prejudice. 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 prejudice 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 prejudice 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 prejudice needs to be applied more consistently. Write a specific, actionable step you can take this week.
Share what you have learned about prejudice 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 prejudice, 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 Prejudice?
You have studied 12 verses about prejudice. Now test your knowledge with chapter-by-chapter quizzes covering the books where these verses appear.