Bible Verses About
Respect
On treating others — and yourself — as image-bearers worthy of dignity.
“Therefore all things whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them: for this is the law and the prophets.”
“Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another;”
“Honour all men. Love the brotherhood. Fear God. Honour the king.”
“Honour thy father and thy mother: that thy days may be long upon the land which the LORD thy God giveth thee.”
“In all things shewing thyself a pattern of good works: in doctrine shewing uncorruptness, gravity, sincerity,”
“Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves.”
“Whosoever therefore resisteth the power, resisteth the ordinance of God: and they that resist shall receive to themselves damnation.”
“Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God.”
“And we beseech you, brethren, to know them which labour among you, and are over you in the Lord, and admonish you;”
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Frequently asked
What does the Bible say about respect?
Scripture speaks to respect in passages such as Matthew 7:12, Romans 12:10, 1 Peter 2:17. For example, Matthew 7:12 says, “Therefore all things whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them: for this is the law and the prophets.”
What is a well-known Bible verse about respect?
Matthew 7:12 — “Therefore all things whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them: for this is the law and the prophets.”
What is a short Bible verse about respect?
1 Peter 2:17 — “Honour all men. Love the brotherhood. Fear God. Honour the king.”