Bible Verses About Healing

God revealed Himself as Jehovah-Rapha — the Lord who heals. Scripture is full of His power to heal bodies, hearts, and nations. These passages reveal God's heart for healing and our authority to seek it in prayer. Below are 11 key passages from the King James Version (KJV) on this theme.

What does the Bible say about healing?

Scripture's promises of physical and spiritual healing. From Jeremiah 17:14 to James 5:16 — God is our healer.

11 Bible Verses About Healing (KJV)

“But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed.”

Isaiah 53:5 KJV Read Isaiah chapter 53 →

“Is any sick among you? let him call for the elders of the church; and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord:”

James 5:14 KJV Read James chapter 5 →

“Heal me, O Lord, and I shall be healed; save me, and I shall be saved: for thou art my praise.”

Jeremiah 17:14 KJV Read Jeremiah chapter 17 →

“Who forgiveth all thine iniquities; who healeth all thy diseases;”

Psalms 103:3 KJV Read Psalms chapter 103 →

“He healeth the broken in heart, and bindeth up their wounds.”

Psalms 147:3 KJV Read Psalms chapter 147 →

“In the midst of the street of it, and on either side of the river, was there the tree of life, which bare twelve manner of fruits, and yielded her fruit every month: and the leaves of the tree were for the healing of the nations.”

Revelation 22:2 KJV Read Revelation chapter 22 →

“A merry heart doeth good like a medicine: but a broken spirit drieth the bones.”

Proverbs 17:22 KJV — Paul in Athens — The Unknown God Read Proverbs chapter 17 →

“How God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Ghost and with power: who went about doing good, and healing all that were oppressed of the devil; for God was with him.”

Acts 10:38 KJV Read Acts chapter 10 →

“And said, If thou wilt diligently hearken to the voice of the Lord thy God, and wilt do that which is right in his sight, and wilt give ear to his commandments, and keep all his statutes, I will put none of these diseases upon thee, which I have brought upon the Egyptians: for I am the Lord that healeth thee.”

Exodus 15:26 KJV Read Exodus chapter 15 →

“Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.”

Matthew 11:28 KJV — How Can I Give You Up? — God's Love for Israel Read Matthew chapter 11 →

“Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth.”

3 John 1:2 KJV Read 3 John chapter 1 →

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Frequently Asked Questions About Healing in the Bible

What does the Bible say about healing?
God revealed Himself as Jehovah-Rapha — the Lord who heals. Scripture is full of His power to heal bodies, hearts, and nations. These passages reveal God's heart for healing and our authority to seek it in prayer. Key KJV passages: Isaiah 53:5, James 5:14, Jeremiah 17:14, Psalms 103:3, Psalms 147:3.
What are the best Bible verses about healing?
The most important KJV passages on healing include: Isaiah 53:5, James 5:14, Jeremiah 17:14, Psalms 103:3, Psalms 147:3. Read all 11 passages free at The Living Sword Bible — no account, no ads.
Where in the Bible does it talk about healing?
The Bible addresses healing throughout both Testaments. Key references include Isaiah 53:5, James 5:14, Jeremiah 17:14, Psalms 103:3, Psalms 147:3, Revelation 22:2, Proverbs 17:22, Acts 10:38, Exodus 15:26, Matthew 11:28, 3 John 1:2. Explore every passage in context at thelivingsword.org.
What does the New Testament say about healing?
New Testament scriptures on healing: James 5:14, Revelation 22:2, Acts 10:38, Matthew 11:28. Read them free at The Living Sword Bible.
What does the Old Testament say about healing?
Old Testament scriptures on healing: Isaiah 53:5, Jeremiah 17:14, Psalms 103:3, Psalms 147:3. See them in full context free at The Living Sword.
How do I study Bible verses about healing?
The Living Sword Bible app offers word-by-word study with original Hebrew and Greek, multiple translations (KJV, World English Bible, Geneva Bible, Young's Literal, ASV, Darby), cross-references, and an AI companion that answers only from Scripture. Read all 11 passages on healing at thelivingsword.org — free, no account, no download required.

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