Complete Bible Study Guide
What Does the Bible Say About Study?
11 Scripture references with full text and commentary
Understanding Study in the Bible
What does the Bible say about study? Browse 15 carefully selected verses that illuminate this biblical theme.
Top 10 Verses About Study
- 1Joshua 1:8
“This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt meditate therein day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then thou shalt make thy way prosperous, and then thou shalt have good success. have: or, do wisely”
KJV - 2Proverbs 1:5
“A wise man will hear, and will increase learning; and a man of understanding shall attain unto wise counsels:”
KJV - 3Proverbs 1:7
“The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge: but fools despise wisdom and instruction. the beginning: or, the principal part”
KJV - 4Proverbs 9:9
“Give instruction to a wise man, and he will be yet wiser: teach a just man, and he will increase in learning.”
KJV - 5Proverbs 18:15
“The heart of the prudent getteth knowledge; and the ear of the wise seeketh knowledge.”
KJV - 6Ecclesiastes 7:25
“I applied mine heart to know, and to search, and to seek out wisdom, and the reason of things, and to know the wickedness of folly, even of foolishness and madness: I applied: Heb. I and mine heart compassed”
KJV - 7Ecclesiastes 12:12
“And further, by these, my son, be admonished: of making many books there is no end; and much study is a weariness of the flesh. study: or, reading”
KJV - 8Jeremiah 29:11
“For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. expected: Heb. end and expectation”
KJV - 9John 5:39
“Search the scriptures; for in them ye think ye have eternal life: and they are they which testify of me.”
KJV - 10Acts 17:11
“These were more noble than those in Thessalonica, in that they received the word with all readiness of mind, and searched the scriptures daily , whether those things were so.”
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Subtopics of Study
Old Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Study? (8 Verses)
“This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt meditate therein day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then thou shalt make thy way prosperous, and then thou shalt have good success. have: or, do wisely”
“A wise man will hear, and will increase learning; and a man of understanding shall attain unto wise counsels:”
“The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge: but fools despise wisdom and instruction. the beginning: or, the principal part”
“Give instruction to a wise man, and he will be yet wiser: teach a just man, and he will increase in learning.”
“The heart of the prudent getteth knowledge; and the ear of the wise seeketh knowledge.”
“I applied mine heart to know, and to search, and to seek out wisdom, and the reason of things, and to know the wickedness of folly, even of foolishness and madness: I applied: Heb. I and mine heart compassed”
“And further, by these, my son, be admonished: of making many books there is no end; and much study is a weariness of the flesh. study: or, reading”
“For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. expected: Heb. end and expectation”
New Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Study? (3 Verses)
“Search the scriptures; for in them ye think ye have eternal life: and they are they which testify of me.”
“These were more noble than those in Thessalonica, in that they received the word with all readiness of mind, and searched the scriptures daily , whether those things were so.”
“Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things. honest: or, venerable”
How to Study What the Bible Says About Study
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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 study. 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 study 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 study 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 study needs to be applied more consistently. Write a specific, actionable step you can take this week.
Share what you have learned about study 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 study, 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 Study?
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