Overview
The Bible addresses railing across 8 verses, drawn from both the Old and New Testaments. These passages cluster most in 1 Samuel, 2 Samuel and Mark. Closely related themes include Reviling and Reproaching, Anarchy, Nabal and Salutations. Figures whose stories touch this theme include David, Nabal, Shimei and Moses.
Key Bible verses about railing
Old Testament
New Testament
People in the Bible and railing
Biblical figures whose stories intersect with this theme.
In the Bible dictionary
Studying railing for yourself
- Begin with 1 Samuel 25:14, then read the passages below in canonical order.
- Compare how 1 Samuel, 2 Samuel and Mark each treat the theme.
- Consider the lives of David, Nabal and Shimei and how their stories intersect with it.
- Widen the study to related themes: Reviling and Reproaching, Anarchy, Nabal and Salutations.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Bible say about railing?
The Bible addresses railing across 8 verses, drawn from both the Old and New Testaments. These passages cluster most in 1 Samuel, 2 Samuel and Mark. Closely related themes include Reviling and Reproaching, Anarchy, Nabal and Salutations. Figures whose stories touch this theme include David, Nabal, Shimei and Moses.
How many Bible verses are about railing?
The Bible references railing in 8 verses (King James Version).
Where does the Bible first mention railing?
In canonical order, the first of these passages is 1 Samuel 25:14: “But one of the young men told Abigail, Nabal's wife, saying, Behold, David sent messengers out of the wilderness to salute our master; and he railed on them. railed: Heb. flew upon them”
Which people in the Bible are associated with railing?
David, Nabal, Shimei and Moses.
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