Overview
The Bible addresses reverence across 7 verses, drawn from the Old Testament. These passages cluster most in Job and Leviticus. Closely related themes include Old Age, Sabbath, Sanctuary and Sabbath, the. Figures whose stories touch this theme include Job.
Key Bible verses about reverence
Old Testament
Leviticus
Job
Now Elihu had waited till Job had spoken, because they were elder than he. waited: Heb. expected Job in words elder: Heb. elder for days
When Elihu saw that there was no answer in the mouth of these three men, then his wrath was kindled.
And Elihu the son of Barachel the Buzite answered and said, I am young, and ye are very old; wherefore I was afraid, and durst not shew you mine opinion. young: Heb. few of days durst: Heb. feared
I said, Days should speak, and multitude of years should teach wisdom.
People in the Bible and reverence
Biblical figures whose stories intersect with this theme.
In the Bible dictionary
Studying reverence for yourself
- Begin with Leviticus 19:30, then read the passages below in canonical order.
- Compare how Job and Leviticus each treat the theme.
- Consider the lives of Job and how their stories intersect with it.
- Widen the study to related themes: Old Age, Sabbath, Sanctuary and Sabbath, the.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Bible say about reverence?
The Bible addresses reverence across 7 verses, drawn from the Old Testament. These passages cluster most in Job and Leviticus. Closely related themes include Old Age, Sabbath, Sanctuary and Sabbath, the. Figures whose stories touch this theme include Job.
How many Bible verses are about reverence?
The Bible references reverence in 7 verses (King James Version).
Where does the Bible first mention reverence?
In canonical order, the first of these passages is Leviticus 19:30: “Ye shall keep my sabbaths, and reverence my sanctuary: I am the LORD.”
Which people in the Bible are associated with reverence?
Job.
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