Overview
The Bible addresses physiology across 7 verses, drawn from both the Old and New Testaments. These passages cluster most in Psalms, Job and Proverbs. Closely related themes include Philosophy, Union With Christ, Man and Sinews.
Key Bible verses about physiology
Old Testament
Psalms
I will praise thee; for I am fearfully and wonderfully made: marvellous are thy works; and that my soul knoweth right well. right: Heb. greatly
My substance was not hid from thee, when I was made in secret, and curiously wrought in the lowest parts of the earth. substance: or, strength, or, body
Thine eyes did see my substance, yet being unperfect; and in thy book all my members were written, which in continuance were fashioned, when as yet there was none of them. all: Heb. all of them which: or, what days they should be fashioned
New Testament
In the Bible dictionary
Studying physiology for yourself
- Begin with Job 10:11, then read the passages below in canonical order.
- Compare how Psalms, Job and Proverbs each treat the theme.
- Widen the study to related themes: Philosophy, Union With Christ, Man and Sinews.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Bible say about physiology?
The Bible addresses physiology across 7 verses, drawn from both the Old and New Testaments. These passages cluster most in Psalms, Job and Proverbs. Closely related themes include Philosophy, Union With Christ, Man and Sinews.
How many Bible verses are about physiology?
The Bible references physiology in 7 verses (King James Version).
Where does the Bible first mention physiology?
In canonical order, the first of these passages is Job 10:11: “Thou hast clothed me with skin and flesh, and hast fenced me with bones and sinews. fenced: Heb. hedged”
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