Bible Verses About mothers
Scripture answer
Scripture honors mothers and the quiet, faithful work of raising children. These verses make meaningful Mother's Day cards and tributes.
Start with Proverbs 31:25-26, Proverbs 31:28-29, Isaiah 66:13; read each passage in its chapter.
Proverbs 31:25-26
She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come. She speaks with wisdom, and faithful instruction is on her tongue.
Read in contextProverbs 31:28-29
Her children arise and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her: "Many women do noble things, but you surpass them all."
Read in contextIsaiah 66:13
As a mother comforts her child, so will I comfort you.
Read in contextProverbs 31:30
Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised.
Read in contextExodus 20:12
Honor your father and your mother, so that you may live long in the land the Lord your God is giving you.
Read in contextProverbs 1:8-9
Listen, my son, to your father's instruction and do not forsake your mother's teaching. They are a garland to grace your head.
Read in context2 Timothy 1:5
I am reminded of your sincere faith, which first lived in your grandmother Lois and in your mother Eunice and, I am persuaded, now lives in you also.
Read in contextIsaiah 49:15
Can a mother forget the baby at her breast and have no compassion on the child she has borne? Though she may forget, I will not forget you!
Read in contextPsalm 113:9
He settles the childless woman in her home as a happy mother of children. Praise the Lord.
Read in contextLuke 1:45
Blessed is she who has believed that the Lord would fulfill his promises to her!
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