Overview
The Bible addresses anointing of the holy spirit across 7 verses, drawn from the Old Testament. These passages cluster most in Psalms and Exodus. Closely related themes include Anointing, Anointing, Sacred, Christ, the High Priest and Priests.
Key Bible verses about anointing of the holy spirit
Old Testament
Exodus
And thou shalt put upon Aaron the holy garments, and anoint him, and sanctify him; that he may minister unto me in the priest’s office.
And thou shalt bring his sons, and clothe them with coats:
And thou shalt anoint them, as thou didst anoint their father, that they may minister unto me in the priest’s office: for their anointing shall surely be an everlasting priesthood throughout their generations.
Psalms
I have found David my servant; with my holy oil have I anointed him:
With whom my hand shall be established: mine arm also shall strengthen him.
The enemy shall not exact upon him; nor the son of wickedness afflict him.
And I will beat down his foes before his face, and plague them that hate him.
In the Bible dictionary
Studying anointing of the holy spirit for yourself
- Begin with Exodus 40:13, then read the passages below in canonical order.
- Compare how Psalms and Exodus each treat the theme.
- Widen the study to related themes: Anointing, Anointing, Sacred, Christ, the High Priest and Priests.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Bible say about anointing of the holy spirit?
The Bible addresses anointing of the holy spirit across 7 verses, drawn from the Old Testament. These passages cluster most in Psalms and Exodus. Closely related themes include Anointing, Anointing, Sacred, Christ, the High Priest and Priests.
How many Bible verses are about anointing of the holy spirit?
The Bible references anointing of the holy spirit in 7 verses (King James Version).
Where does the Bible first mention anointing of the holy spirit?
In canonical order, the first of these passages is Exodus 40:13: “And thou shalt put upon Aaron the holy garments, and anoint him, and sanctify him; that he may minister unto me in the priest’s office.”
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