Overview
The Bible addresses reviling across 6 verses, drawn from the New Testament. These passages cluster most in Matthew. Closely related themes include Infidelity, Malefactor, Persecution and Prophecies Respecting Christ.
Key Bible verses about reviling
New Testament
Matthew
And they that passed by reviled him, wagging their heads,
And saying, Thou that destroyest the temple, and buildest it in three days, save thyself. If thou be the Son of God, come down from the cross.
Likewise also the chief priests mocking him, with the scribes and elders, said,
He saved others; himself he cannot save. If he be the King of Israel, let him now come down from the cross, and we will believe him.
He trusted in God; let him deliver him now, if he will have him: for he said I am the Son of God.
The thieves also, which were crucified with him, cast the same in his teeth.
In the Bible dictionary
Studying reviling for yourself
- Begin with Matthew 27:39, then read the passages below in canonical order.
- Widen the study to related themes: Infidelity, Malefactor, Persecution and Prophecies Respecting Christ.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Bible say about reviling?
The Bible addresses reviling across 6 verses, drawn from the New Testament. These passages cluster most in Matthew. Closely related themes include Infidelity, Malefactor, Persecution and Prophecies Respecting Christ.
How many Bible verses are about reviling?
The Bible references reviling in 6 verses (King James Version).
Where does the Bible first mention reviling?
In canonical order, the first of these passages is Matthew 27:39: “And they that passed by reviled him, wagging their heads,”
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