Complete Bible Study Guide
What Does the Bible Say About Womanhood?
14 Scripture references with full text and commentary
Understanding Womanhood in the Bible
Explore what the Bible says about womanhood. This collection of 19 key Scripture passages reveals God's wisdom and guidance on this important theme.
Top 10 Verses About Womanhood
- 1Genesis 1:27
“So God created man in his own image, in the image of God created he him; male and female created he them.”
KJV - 2Genesis 3:16
“Unto the woman he said, I will greatly multiply thy sorrow and thy conception; in sorrow thou shalt bring forth children; and thy desire shall be to thy husband, and he shall rule over thee. to thy: or, subject to thy husband”
KJV - 3Psalms 68:11
“The Lord gave the word: great was the company of those that published it. company: Heb. army”
KJV - 4Psalms 113:9
“He maketh the barren woman to keep house, and to be a joyful mother of children. Praise ye the LORD. to keep: Heb. to dwell in an house”
KJV - 5Proverbs 11:22
“As a jewel of gold in a swine's snout, so is a fair woman which is without discretion. is without: Heb. departeth from”
KJV - 6Proverbs 14:1
“Every wise woman buildeth her house: but the foolish plucketh it down with her hands.”
KJV - 7
- 8Proverbs 19:14
“House and riches are the inheritance of fathers: and a prudent wife is from the LORD.”
KJV - 9
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Old Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Womanhood? (10 Verses)
“So God created man in his own image, in the image of God created he him; male and female created he them.”
“Unto the woman he said, I will greatly multiply thy sorrow and thy conception; in sorrow thou shalt bring forth children; and thy desire shall be to thy husband, and he shall rule over thee. to thy: or, subject to thy husband”
“The Lord gave the word: great was the company of those that published it. company: Heb. army”
“He maketh the barren woman to keep house, and to be a joyful mother of children. Praise ye the LORD. to keep: Heb. to dwell in an house”
“As a jewel of gold in a swine's snout, so is a fair woman which is without discretion. is without: Heb. departeth from”
“Every wise woman buildeth her house: but the foolish plucketh it down with her hands.”
“Whoso findeth a wife findeth a good thing, and obtaineth favour of the LORD.”
“House and riches are the inheritance of fathers: and a prudent wife is from the LORD.”
“Who can find a virtuous woman? for her price is far above rubies.”
“She girdeth her loins with strength, and strengtheneth her arms.”
New Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Womanhood? (4 Verses)
“Now it came to pass, as they went, that he entered into a certain village: and a certain woman named Martha received him into her house.”
“There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus.”
“Wives, submit yourselves unto your own husbands, as unto the Lord.”
“The aged women likewise, that they be in behaviour as becometh holiness, not false accusers, not given to much wine, teachers of good things; holiness: or, holy women false: or, one who foments strife”
How to Study What the Bible Says About Womanhood
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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 womanhood. 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 womanhood 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 womanhood 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 womanhood needs to be applied more consistently. Write a specific, actionable step you can take this week.
Share what you have learned about womanhood 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 womanhood, asking God to reveal how His Word applies to your relationships, decisions, and daily habits.
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