Complete Bible Study Guide

What Does the Bible Say About The Bible?

9 Scripture references with full text and commentary

Understanding The Bible in the Bible

Explore what the Bible says about the bible. This collection of 12 key Scripture passages reveals God's wisdom and guidance on this important theme.

9
Total Verses
4
Old Testament
5
New Testament

Top 9 Verses About The Bible

  1. 1
    Deuteronomy 4:2
    Ye shall not add unto the word which I command you, neither shall ye diminish ought from it, that ye may keep the commandments of the LORD your God which I command you.
    KJV
  2. 2
    Joshua 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
  3. 3
    Psalms 119:9
    BETH. Wherewithal shall a young man cleanse his way? by taking heed thereto according to thy word.
    KJV
  4. 4
    Proverbs 30:5
    Every word of God is pure: he is a shield unto them that put their trust in him. pure: Heb. purified
    KJV
  5. 5
    Matthew 4:4
    But he answered and said, It is written, Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God.
    KJV
  6. 6
    John 1:1
    In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.
    KJV
  7. 7
    Romans 15:4
    For whatsoever things were written aforetime were written for our learning, that we through patience and comfort of the scriptures might have hope.
    KJV
  8. 8
    Hebrews 4:12
    For the word of God is quick, and powerful, and sharper than any twoedged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit, and of the joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart.
    KJV
  9. 9
    Revelation 22:18
    For I testify unto every man that heareth the words of the prophecy of this book, If any man shall add unto these things, God shall add unto him the plagues that are written in this book:
    KJV

Subtopics of The Bible

adding to the bible
applying the bible
inerrancy of the bible
marriage and the bible
praying and reading the bible
reading the bible

Old Testament: What Does the Bible Say About The Bible? (4 Verses)

Ye shall not add unto the word which I command you, neither shall ye diminish ought from it, that ye may keep the commandments of the LORD your God which I command you.
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
BETH. Wherewithal shall a young man cleanse his way? by taking heed thereto according to thy word.
Every word of God is pure: he is a shield unto them that put their trust in him. pure: Heb. purified

New Testament: What Does the Bible Say About The Bible? (5 Verses)

But he answered and said, It is written, Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God.
In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.
For whatsoever things were written aforetime were written for our learning, that we through patience and comfort of the scriptures might have hope.
For the word of God is quick, and powerful, and sharper than any twoedged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit, and of the joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart.
For I testify unto every man that heareth the words of the prophecy of this book, If any man shall add unto these things, God shall add unto him the plagues that are written in this book:

How to Study What the Bible Says About The Bible

  1. 1

    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.

  2. 2

    Use a concordance or the search tools on this site to find additional passages about the bible. Look for patterns across both the Old and New Testaments to gain a complete picture of what God reveals on this subject.

  3. 3

    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.

  4. 4

    Memorise at least one key verse about the bible 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 the bible 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 the bible needs to be applied more consistently. Write a specific, actionable step you can take this week.

  • Share what you have learned about the bible 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 the bible, asking God to reveal how His Word applies to your relationships, decisions, and daily habits.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Bible say about the bible?
Explore what the Bible says about the bible. This collection of 12 key Scripture passages reveals God's wisdom and guidance on this important theme. The Bible contains 9 key verses about the bible spanning both Old and New Testaments.
How many Bible verses about the bible are there?
There are 9 key Bible verses about the bible compiled in this study guide, drawn from books across both the Old and New Testaments.
What is the best verse about the bible?
One of the most well-known and frequently cited verses about the bible is Deuteronomy 4:2 — "Ye shall not add unto the word which I command you, neither shall ye diminish ought from it, that ye may keep the commandments of the LORD your God wh..."
Where in the Bible does it talk about the bible?
The Bible is discussed throughout the Bible in both the Old and New Testaments. You can find 9 references to this topic across multiple books including the Psalms, Proverbs, the Gospels, and the Epistles.

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