Bible Verses About Marriage

Scripture's wisdom on marriage, love between husband and wife, and God's design for lifelong commitment. From Genesis 2 to Ephesians 5. Below are 5 key passages from the King James Version (KJV) on this theme.

What does the Bible say about marriage?

Scripture's wisdom on marriage, love between husband and wife, and God's design for lifelong commitment. From Genesis 2 to Ephesians 5.

5 Bible Verses About Marriage (KJV)

“Therefore shall a man leave his father and his mother, and shall cleave unto his wife: and they shall be one flesh.”

Genesis 2:24 KJV — The Garden of Eden Read Genesis chapter 2 →

“Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the church, and gave himself for it;”

Ephesians 5:25 KJV Read Ephesians chapter 5 →

“For this cause shall a man leave his father and mother, and shall be joined unto his wife, and they two shall be one flesh.”

Ephesians 5:31 KJV Read Ephesians chapter 5 →

“Whoso findeth a wife findeth a good thing, and obtaineth favour of the Lord.”

Proverbs 18:22 KJV Read Proverbs chapter 18 →

“Wherefore they are no more twain, but one flesh. What therefore God hath joined together, let not man put asunder.”

Matthew 19:6 KJV Read Matthew chapter 19 →

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Frequently Asked Questions About Marriage in the Bible

What does the Bible say about marriage?
Scripture's wisdom on marriage, love between husband and wife, and God's design for lifelong commitment. From Genesis 2 to Ephesians 5. Key KJV passages: Genesis 2:24, Ephesians 5:25, Ephesians 5:31, Proverbs 18:22, Matthew 19:6.
What are the best Bible verses about marriage?
The most important KJV passages on marriage include: Genesis 2:24, Ephesians 5:25, Ephesians 5:31, Proverbs 18:22, Matthew 19:6. Read all 5 passages free at The Living Sword Bible — no account, no ads.
Where in the Bible does it talk about marriage?
The Bible addresses marriage throughout both Testaments. Key references include Genesis 2:24, Ephesians 5:25, Ephesians 5:31, Proverbs 18:22, Matthew 19:6. Explore every passage in context at thelivingsword.org.
What does the New Testament say about marriage?
New Testament scriptures on marriage: Ephesians 5:25, Ephesians 5:31, Matthew 19:6. Read them free at The Living Sword Bible.
What does the Old Testament say about marriage?
Old Testament scriptures on marriage: Genesis 2:24, Proverbs 18:22. See them in full context free at The Living Sword.
How do I study Bible verses about marriage?
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 5 passages on marriage at thelivingsword.org — free, no account, no download required.

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