Complete Bible Study Guide
What Does the Bible Say About Stealing?
12 Scripture references with full text and commentary
Understanding Stealing in the Bible
What does the Bible say about stealing? Browse 14 carefully selected verses that illuminate this biblical theme.
Top 10 Verses About Stealing
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- 2Exodus 22:7
“If a man shall deliver unto his neighbour money or stuff to keep, and it be stolen out of the man's house; if the thief be found, let him pay double.”
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- 5Psalms 62:10
“Trust not in oppression, and become not vain in robbery: if riches increase, set not your heart upon them.”
KJV - 6
- 7Proverbs 12:22
“Lying lips are abomination to the LORD: but they that deal truly are his delight.”
KJV - 8Jeremiah 7:9
“Will ye steal, murder, and commit adultery, and swear falsely, and burn incense unto Baal, and walk after other gods whom ye know not;”
KJV - 9Mark 10:19
“Thou knowest the commandments, Do not commit adultery, Do not kill, Do not steal, Do not bear false witness, Defraud not, Honour thy father and mother.”
KJV - 10John 10:10
“The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.”
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Subtopics of Stealing
Old Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Stealing? (8 Verses)
“Thou shalt not steal.”
“If a man shall deliver unto his neighbour money or stuff to keep, and it be stolen out of the man's house; if the thief be found, let him pay double.”
“And the LORD spake unto Moses, saying,”
“Ye shall not steal, neither deal falsely, neither lie one to another.”
“Trust not in oppression, and become not vain in robbery: if riches increase, set not your heart upon them.”
“Treasures of wickedness profit nothing: but righteousness delivereth from death.”
“Lying lips are abomination to the LORD: but they that deal truly are his delight.”
“Will ye steal, murder, and commit adultery, and swear falsely, and burn incense unto Baal, and walk after other gods whom ye know not;”
New Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Stealing? (4 Verses)
“Thou knowest the commandments, Do not commit adultery, Do not kill, Do not steal, Do not bear false witness, Defraud not, Honour thy father and mother.”
“The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.”
“For this, Thou shalt not commit adultery, Thou shalt not kill, Thou shalt not steal, Thou shalt not bear false witness, Thou shalt not covet; and if there be any other commandment, it is briefly comprehended in this saying, namely, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself.”
“Let him that stole steal no more: but rather let him labour, working with his hands the thing which is good, that he may have to give to him that needeth . to give: or, to distribute”
How to Study What the Bible Says About Stealing
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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 stealing. 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 stealing 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 stealing 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 stealing needs to be applied more consistently. Write a specific, actionable step you can take this week.
Share what you have learned about stealing 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 stealing, 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 Stealing?
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