Overview
The Bible addresses submission across 6 verses, drawn from the New Testament. These passages cluster most in Matthew, Mark and Luke. Closely related themes include Gethsemane, Resignation, Sorrow and Temptation.
Key Bible verses about submission
New Testament
Matthew
And he went a little further, and fell on his face, and prayed, saying, O my Father, if it be possible, let this cup pass from me: nevertheless not as I will, but as thou wilt.
He went away again the second time, and prayed, saying, O my Father, if this cup may not pass away from me, except I drink it, thy will be done.
1 Corinthians
In the Bible dictionary
Studying submission for yourself
- Begin with Matthew 26:39, then read the passages below in canonical order.
- Compare how Matthew, Mark and Luke each treat the theme.
- Widen the study to related themes: Gethsemane, Resignation, Sorrow and Temptation.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Bible say about submission?
The Bible addresses submission across 6 verses, drawn from the New Testament. These passages cluster most in Matthew, Mark and Luke. Closely related themes include Gethsemane, Resignation, Sorrow and Temptation.
How many Bible verses are about submission?
The Bible references submission in 6 verses (King James Version).
Where does the Bible first mention submission?
In canonical order, the first of these passages is Matthew 26:39: “And he went a little further, and fell on his face, and prayed, saying, O my Father, if it be possible, let this cup pass from me: nevertheless not as I will, but as thou wilt.”
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