Bible Verses About Children and Parenting

Scripture on raising children in the faith, the blessing of children, and God's love for the young. Proverbs 22:6 and Psalm 127:3. Below are 3 key passages from the King James Version (KJV) on this theme.

What does the Bible say about children and parenting?

Scripture on raising children in the faith, the blessing of children, and God's love for the young. Proverbs 22:6 and Psalm 127:3.

3 Bible Verses About Children and parenting (KJV)

“Unto carpenters, and builders, and masons, and to buy timber and hewn stone to repair the house.”

Proverbs 22:6 KJV — Train Up a Child Read Proverbs chapter 22 →

“Prepare ye war against her; arise, and let us go up at noon. Woe unto us! for the day goeth away, for the shadows of the evening are stretched out.”

Ephesians 6:4 KJV — The Armor of God Read Ephesians chapter 6 →

“So Hazael king of Syria died; and Ben–hadad his son reigned in his stead.”

Proverbs 13:24 KJV Read Proverbs chapter 13 →

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Frequently Asked Questions About Children and parenting in the Bible

What does the Bible say about children and parenting?
Scripture on raising children in the faith, the blessing of children, and God's love for the young. Proverbs 22:6 and Psalm 127:3. Key KJV passages: Proverbs 22:6, Psalms 127:3, Matthew 19:14, Ephesians 6:4, Proverbs 13:24.
What are the best Bible verses about children and parenting?
The most important KJV passages on children and parenting include: Proverbs 22:6, Psalms 127:3, Matthew 19:14, Ephesians 6:4, Proverbs 13:24. Read all 3 passages free at The Living Sword Bible — no account, no ads.
Where in the Bible does it talk about children and parenting?
The Bible addresses children and parenting throughout both Testaments. Key references include Proverbs 22:6, Psalms 127:3, Matthew 19:14, Ephesians 6:4, Proverbs 13:24. Explore every passage in context at thelivingsword.replit.app.
What does the New Testament say about children and parenting?
New Testament scriptures on children and parenting: Matthew 19:14, Ephesians 6:4. Read them free at The Living Sword Bible.
What does the Old Testament say about children and parenting?
Old Testament scriptures on children and parenting: Proverbs 22:6, Psalms 127:3, Proverbs 13:24. See them in full context free at The Living Sword.
How do I study Bible verses about children and parenting?
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 3 passages on children and parenting at thelivingsword.replit.app — free, no account, no download required.

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