Overview
The Bible addresses anthropomorphisms across 10 verses, drawn from both the Old and New Testaments. These passages cluster most in Genesis, Psalms and Hebrews. Closely related themes include God, Sodom, Enemy and Warfare of Saints.
Key Bible verses about anthropomorphisms
Old Testament
Genesis
And on the seventh day God ended his work which he had made; and he rested on the seventh day from all his work which he had made.
And God blessed the seventh day, and sanctified it: because that in it he had rested from all his work which God created and made.
And the Lord said, Shall I hide from Abraham that thing which I do;
Seeing that Abraham shall surely become a great and mighty nation, and all the nations of the earth shall be blessed in him?
For I know him, that he will command his children and his household after him, and they shall keep the way of the Lord, to do justice and judgment; that the Lord may bring upon Abraham that which he hath spoken of him.
Psalms
Plead my cause, O Lord, with them that strive with me: fight against them that fight against me.
Take hold of shield and buckler, and stand up for mine help.
Draw out also the spear, and stop the way against them that persecute me: say unto my soul, I am thy salvation.
In the Bible dictionary
Studying anthropomorphisms for yourself
- Begin with Genesis 2:2, then read the passages below in canonical order.
- Compare how Genesis, Psalms and Hebrews each treat the theme.
- Widen the study to related themes: God, Sodom, Enemy and Warfare of Saints.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Bible say about anthropomorphisms?
The Bible addresses anthropomorphisms across 10 verses, drawn from both the Old and New Testaments. These passages cluster most in Genesis, Psalms and Hebrews. Closely related themes include God, Sodom, Enemy and Warfare of Saints.
How many Bible verses are about anthropomorphisms?
The Bible references anthropomorphisms in 10 verses (King James Version).
Where does the Bible first mention anthropomorphisms?
In canonical order, the first of these passages is Genesis 2:2: “And on the seventh day God ended his work which he had made; and he rested on the seventh day from all his work which he had made.”
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