Curated Bible verses

Bible Verses for Tattoos: References to Consider

A permanent inscription deserves slower reading than a social-media quote. These references are starting points for choosing language that matters to you, with links to the chapter around each passage.

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This editorial collection contains 116 distinct passages. Read these examples in context, or use the generator to discover more.

Joshua 1:9

Haven’t I commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Don’t be afraid. Don’t be dismayed, for Yahweh your God is with you wherever you go.”

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Psalm 23:1

A Psalm by David. Yahweh is my shepherd; I shall lack nothing.

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Psalm 46:1

For the Chief Musician. By the sons of Korah. According to Alamoth. God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.

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Psalm 119:105

Your word is a lamp to my feet, and a light for my path.

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Proverbs 3:5-6

Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, and don’t lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.

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Micah 6:8

He has shown you, O man, what is good. What does Yahweh require of you, but to act justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God?

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John 1:5

The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness hasn’t overcome it.

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Romans 12:9-13

Let love be without hypocrisy. Abhor that which is evil. Cling to that which is good. In love of the brothers be tenderly affectionate to one another; in honor prefer one another, not lagging in diligence, fervent in spirit, serving the Lord, rejoicing in hope, enduring in troubles, continuing steadfastly in prayer, contributing to the needs of the saints, and given to hospitality.

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1 Corinthians 16:14

Let all that you do be done in love.

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