Overview
The Bible addresses personification across 9 verses, drawn from the Old Testament. These passages cluster most in Proverbs. Closely related themes include Young Men, Righteousness, Fear, Godly and Seekers.
Key Bible verses about personification
Old Testament
Proverbs
My son, if thou wilt receive my words, and hide my commandments with thee;
So that thou incline thine ear unto wisdom, and apply thine heart to understanding;
Yea, if thou criest after knowledge, and liftest up thy voice for understanding; liftest: Heb. givest thy voice
If thou seekest her as silver, and searchest for her as for hid treasures;
Then shalt thou understand the fear of the LORD, and find the knowledge of God.
For the LORD giveth wisdom: out of his mouth cometh knowledge and understanding.
He layeth up sound wisdom for the righteous: he is a buckler to them that walk uprightly.
He keepeth the paths of judgment, and preserveth the way of his saints.
Then shalt thou understand righteousness, and judgment, and equity; yea, every good path.
In the Bible dictionary
Studying personification for yourself
- Begin with Proverbs 2:1, then read the passages below in canonical order.
- Widen the study to related themes: Young Men, Righteousness, Fear, Godly and Seekers.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Bible say about personification?
The Bible addresses personification across 9 verses, drawn from the Old Testament. These passages cluster most in Proverbs. Closely related themes include Young Men, Righteousness, Fear, Godly and Seekers.
How many Bible verses are about personification?
The Bible references personification in 9 verses (King James Version).
Where does the Bible first mention personification?
In canonical order, the first of these passages is Proverbs 2:1: “My son, if thou wilt receive my words, and hide my commandments with thee;”
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