Overview
The Bible addresses armor across 9 verses, drawn from both the Old and New Testaments. These passages cluster most in Ephesians and Jeremiah. Closely related themes include Roman Empire, the, Warfare of Saints, Commandments and Devil, the.
Key Bible verses about armor
Old Testament
New Testament
Ephesians
Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil.
For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. flesh: Gr. blood and flesh spiritual: or, wicked spirits high: or, heavenly
Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand. having: or, having overcome all
Stand therefore, having your loins girt about with truth, and having on the breastplate of righteousness;
And your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace;
Above all, taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked.
And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God:
In the Bible dictionary
Studying armor for yourself
- Begin with Jeremiah 46:3, then read the passages below in canonical order.
- Compare how Ephesians and Jeremiah each treat the theme.
- Widen the study to related themes: Roman Empire, the, Warfare of Saints, Commandments and Devil, the.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Bible say about armor?
The Bible addresses armor across 9 verses, drawn from both the Old and New Testaments. These passages cluster most in Ephesians and Jeremiah. Closely related themes include Roman Empire, the, Warfare of Saints, Commandments and Devil, the.
How many Bible verses are about armor?
The Bible references armor in 9 verses (King James Version).
Where does the Bible first mention armor?
In canonical order, the first of these passages is Jeremiah 46:3: “Order ye the buckler and shield, and draw near to battle.”
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