Overview
The Bible addresses union across 5 verses, drawn from the Old Testament. These passages cluster most in Ecclesiastes and Proverbs. Closely related themes include Fellowship, Friendship, Prudence and Rope.
Key Bible verses about union
Old Testament
Ecclesiastes
Two are better than one; because they have a good reward for their labour.
For if they fall, the one will lift up his fellow: but woe to him that is alone when he falleth; for he hath not another to help him up.
Again, if two lie together, then they have heat: but how can one be warm alone?
And if one prevail against him, two shall withstand him; and a threefold cord is not quickly broken.
In the Bible dictionary
Studying union for yourself
- Begin with Proverbs 15:22, then read the passages below in canonical order.
- Compare how Ecclesiastes and Proverbs each treat the theme.
- Widen the study to related themes: Fellowship, Friendship, Prudence and Rope.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Bible say about union?
The Bible addresses union across 5 verses, drawn from the Old Testament. These passages cluster most in Ecclesiastes and Proverbs. Closely related themes include Fellowship, Friendship, Prudence and Rope.
How many Bible verses are about union?
The Bible references union in 5 verses (King James Version).
Where does the Bible first mention union?
In canonical order, the first of these passages is Proverbs 15:22: “Without counsel purposes are disappointed: but in the multitude of counsellors they are established.”
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