Complete Bible Study Guide

What Does the Bible Say About Unmarried?

7 Scripture references with full text and commentary

Understanding Unmarried in the Bible

Explore what the Bible says about unmarried. This collection of 16 key Scripture passages reveals God's wisdom and guidance on this important theme.

7
Total Verses
3
Old Testament
4
New Testament

Top 7 Verses About Unmarried

  1. 1
    Genesis 2:18
    And the LORD God said, It is not good that the man should be alone; I will make him an help meet for him. meet: Heb. as before him
    KJV
  2. 2
    Genesis 2:24
    Therefore shall a man leave his father and his mother, and shall cleave unto his wife: and they shall be one flesh.
    KJV
  3. 3
    Isaiah 54:5
    For thy Maker is thine husband; the LORD of hosts is his name; and thy Redeemer the Holy One of Israel; The God of the whole earth shall he be called.
    KJV
  4. 4
    Matthew 5:32
    But I say unto you, That whosoever shall put away his wife, saving for the cause of fornication, causeth her to commit adultery: and whosoever shall marry her that is divorced committeth adultery.
    KJV
  5. 5
    Matthew 6:33
    But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.
    KJV
  6. 6
    Matthew 19:9
    And I say unto you, Whosoever shall put away his wife, except it be for fornication, and shall marry another, committeth adultery: and whoso marrieth her which is put away doth commit adultery.
    KJV
  7. 7
    Hebrews 13:4
    Marriage is honourable in all, and the bed undefiled: but whoremongers and adulterers God will judge.
    KJV

Subtopics of Unmarried

living together unmarried
unmarried people living together
unmarried sex

Old Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Unmarried? (3 Verses)

And the LORD God said, It is not good that the man should be alone; I will make him an help meet for him. meet: Heb. as before him
Therefore shall a man leave his father and his mother, and shall cleave unto his wife: and they shall be one flesh.
For thy Maker is thine husband; the LORD of hosts is his name; and thy Redeemer the Holy One of Israel; The God of the whole earth shall he be called.

New Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Unmarried? (4 Verses)

But I say unto you, That whosoever shall put away his wife, saving for the cause of fornication, causeth her to commit adultery: and whosoever shall marry her that is divorced committeth adultery.
But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.
And I say unto you, Whosoever shall put away his wife, except it be for fornication, and shall marry another, committeth adultery: and whoso marrieth her which is put away doth commit adultery.
Marriage is honourable in all, and the bed undefiled: but whoremongers and adulterers God will judge.

How to Study What the Bible Says About Unmarried

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

  • Share what you have learned about unmarried 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 unmarried, 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 unmarried?
Explore what the Bible says about unmarried. This collection of 16 key Scripture passages reveals God's wisdom and guidance on this important theme. The Bible contains 7 key verses about unmarried spanning both Old and New Testaments.
How many Bible verses about unmarried are there?
There are 7 key Bible verses about unmarried compiled in this study guide, drawn from books across both the Old and New Testaments.
What is the best verse about unmarried?
One of the most well-known and frequently cited verses about unmarried is Genesis 2:18 — "And the LORD God said, It is not good that the man should be alone; I will make him an help meet for him. meet: Heb. as before him"
Where in the Bible does it talk about unmarried?
Unmarried is discussed throughout the Bible in both the Old and New Testaments. You can find 7 references to this topic across multiple books including the Psalms, Proverbs, the Gospels, and the Epistles.

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