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What Does the Bible Say About Toleration?

14 Scripture references with full text and commentary

Understanding Toleration in the Bible

Discover 14 Bible verses about toleration. This comprehensive collection of Scripture quotes reveals God's wisdom and guidance on toleration, with verses from across the Old and New Testaments.

14
Total Verses
2
Old Testament
12
New Testament

Top 10 Verses About Toleration

  1. 1
    Micah 4:4
    But they shall sit every man under his vine and under his fig tree; and none shall make them afraid: for the mouth of the LORD of hosts hath spoken it.
    KJV
  2. 2
    Micah 4:5
    For all people will walk every one in the name of his god, and we will walk in the name of the LORD our God for ever and ever.
    KJV
  3. 3
    Mark 9:38
    And John answered him, saying, Master, we saw one casting out devils in thy name, and he followeth not us: and we forbad him, because he followeth not us.
    KJV
  4. 4
    Mark 9:39
    But Jesus said, Forbid him not: for there is no man which shall do a miracle in my name, that can lightly speak evil of me.
    KJV
  5. 5
    Mark 9:40
    For he that is not against us is on our part.
    KJV
  6. 6
    Luke 9:49
    And John answered and said, Master, we saw one casting out devils in thy name; and we forbad him, because he followeth not with us.
    KJV
  7. 7
    Luke 9:50
    And Jesus said unto him, Forbid him not: for he that is not against us is for us.
    KJV
  8. 8
    Acts 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.
    KJV
  9. 9
    Acts 28:31
    Preaching the kingdom of God, and teaching those things which concern the Lord Jesus Christ, with all confidence, no man forbidding him.
    KJV
  10. 10
    1 Corinthians 10:28
    But if any man say unto you, This is offered in sacrifice unto idols, eat not for his sake that shewed it, and for conscience sake: for the earth is the Lord's, and the fulness thereof:
    KJV

Subtopics of Toleration

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Old Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Toleration? (2 Verses)

But they shall sit every man under his vine and under his fig tree; and none shall make them afraid: for the mouth of the LORD of hosts hath spoken it.
For all people will walk every one in the name of his god, and we will walk in the name of the LORD our God for ever and ever.

New Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Toleration? (12 Verses)

And John answered him, saying, Master, we saw one casting out devils in thy name, and he followeth not us: and we forbad him, because he followeth not us.
But Jesus said, Forbid him not: for there is no man which shall do a miracle in my name, that can lightly speak evil of me.
For he that is not against us is on our part.
And John answered and said, Master, we saw one casting out devils in thy name; and we forbad him, because he followeth not with us.
And Jesus said unto him, Forbid him not: for he that is not against us is for us.
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.
Preaching the kingdom of God, and teaching those things which concern the Lord Jesus Christ, with all confidence, no man forbidding him.
But if any man say unto you, This is offered in sacrifice unto idols, eat not for his sake that shewed it, and for conscience sake: for the earth is the Lord's, and the fulness thereof:
Conscience, I say, not thine own, but of the other: for why is my liberty judged of another man's conscience?
For if I by grace be a partaker, why am I evil spoken of for that for which I give thanks? grace: or, thanksgiving
Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God.
Give none offence, neither to the Jews, nor to the Gentiles, nor to the church of God: Gentiles: Gr. Greeks

How to Study What the Bible Says About Toleration

  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 toleration. 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 toleration 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 toleration 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 toleration needs to be applied more consistently. Write a specific, actionable step you can take this week.

  • Share what you have learned about toleration 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 toleration, 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 toleration?
Discover 14 Bible verses about toleration. This comprehensive collection of Scripture quotes reveals God's wisdom and guidance on toleration, with verses from across the Old and New Testaments. The Bible contains 14 key verses about toleration spanning both Old and New Testaments.
How many Bible verses about toleration are there?
There are 14 key Bible verses about toleration compiled in this study guide, drawn from books across both the Old and New Testaments.
What is the best verse about toleration?
One of the most well-known and frequently cited verses about toleration is Micah 4:4 — "But they shall sit every man under his vine and under his fig tree; and none shall make them afraid: for the mouth of the LORD of hosts hath spoken it..."
Where in the Bible does it talk about toleration?
Toleration is discussed throughout the Bible in both the Old and New Testaments. You can find 14 references to this topic across multiple books including the Psalms, Proverbs, the Gospels, and the Epistles.

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