Overview
The Bible addresses martha across 8 verses, drawn from the New Testament. These passages cluster most in Luke and John. Closely related themes include Bethany, Lazarus, Families and Murmuring. Figures whose stories touch this theme include Martha, Jesus and Lazarus.
Key Bible verses about martha
New Testament
Luke
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.
And she had a sister called Mary, which also sat at Jesus' feet, and heard his word.
But Martha was cumbered about much serving, and came to him, and said, Lord, dost thou not care that my sister hath left me to serve alone? bid her therefore that she help me.
And Jesus answered and said unto her, Martha, Martha, thou art careful and troubled about many things:
But one thing is needful: and Mary hath chosen that good part, which shall not be taken away from her.
People in the Bible and martha
Biblical figures whose stories intersect with this theme.
In the Bible dictionary
Studying martha for yourself
- Begin with Luke 10:38, then read the passages below in canonical order.
- Compare how Luke and John each treat the theme.
- Consider the lives of Martha, Jesus and Lazarus and how their stories intersect with it.
- Widen the study to related themes: Bethany, Lazarus, Families and Murmuring.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Bible say about martha?
The Bible addresses martha across 8 verses, drawn from the New Testament. These passages cluster most in Luke and John. Closely related themes include Bethany, Lazarus, Families and Murmuring. Figures whose stories touch this theme include Martha, Jesus and Lazarus.
How many Bible verses are about martha?
The Bible references martha in 8 verses (King James Version).
Where does the Bible first mention martha?
In canonical order, the first of these passages is Luke 10:38: “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.”
Which people in the Bible are associated with martha?
Martha, Jesus and Lazarus.
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