Bible Verses About
Grief
The Bible does not rush past grief; it sits with it, and promises an end to sorrow to come.
“Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted.”
“And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away.”
“He healeth the broken in heart, and bindeth up their wounds.”
“The LORD is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit.”
“But I would not have you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning them which are asleep, that ye sorrow not, even as others which have no hope.”
“Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.”
“Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.”
“To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven:”
“And ye now therefore have sorrow: but I will see you again, and your heart shall rejoice, and your joy no man taketh from you.”
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Frequently asked
What does the Bible say about grief?
Scripture speaks to grief in passages such as Matthew 5:4, Revelation 21:4, Psalms 147:3. For example, Matthew 5:4 says, “Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted.”
What is a well-known Bible verse about grief?
Matthew 5:4 — “Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted.”
Which Psalm is about grief?
Psalms 147:3 — “He healeth the broken in heart, and bindeth up their wounds.”