Overview
The Bible addresses teeth across 11 verses, drawn from both the Old and New Testaments. These passages cluster most in Matthew, Psalms and Proverbs. Closely related themes include Judgment, Parables, Hell and Weeping. Figures whose stories touch this theme include Abraham and Isaac.
Key Bible verses about teeth
Old Testament
New Testament
Matthew
But the children of the kingdom shall be cast out into outer darkness: there shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth.
And shall cast them into a furnace of fire: there shall be wailing and gnashing of teeth.
And shall cast them into the furnace of fire: there shall be wailing and gnashing of teeth.
Then said the king to the servants, Bind him hand and foot, and take him away, and cast him into outer darkness; there shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth.
And shall cut him asunder, and appoint him his portion with the hypocrites: there shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth. cut: or, cut him off
And cast ye the unprofitable servant into outer darkness: there shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth.
People in the Bible and teeth
Biblical figures whose stories intersect with this theme.
In the Bible dictionary
Studying teeth for yourself
- Begin with Psalms 112:10, then read the passages below in canonical order.
- Compare how Matthew, Psalms and Proverbs each treat the theme.
- Consider the lives of Abraham and Isaac and how their stories intersect with it.
- Widen the study to related themes: Judgment, Parables, Hell and Weeping.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Bible say about teeth?
The Bible addresses teeth across 11 verses, drawn from both the Old and New Testaments. These passages cluster most in Matthew, Psalms and Proverbs. Closely related themes include Judgment, Parables, Hell and Weeping. Figures whose stories touch this theme include Abraham and Isaac.
How many Bible verses are about teeth?
The Bible references teeth in 11 verses (King James Version).
Where does the Bible first mention teeth?
In canonical order, the first of these passages is Psalms 112:10: “The wicked shall see it, and be grieved; he shall gnash with his teeth, and melt away: the desire of the wicked shall perish.”
Which people in the Bible are associated with teeth?
Abraham and Isaac.
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