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6 Bible Verses About Betrothal

    Drawing of a wedding ring in black and white depicting the theme of betrothal.

    Betrothal marks a promise to honor and cherish one another. This period allows for growth and understanding. It’s a time to build a strong foundation for marriage. Through patience and faith, betrothal strengthens the bond between two people.

    Below is the full list of bible verses on betrothal (King James Version – KJV). The list is ranked in order of popularity and we hope you find the inspiration you need.

    Most Popular Bible Verses About Betrothal

    2 Corinthians 11:2

    2 For I am jealous over you with godly jealousy: for I have espoused you to one husband, that I may present you as a chaste virgin to Christ.”

    Related Themes: Impurity Holiness Envy And Jealousy Purity

    Hosea 2:19

    19 And I will betroth thee unto me for ever; yea, I will betroth thee unto me in righteousness, and in judgment, and in lovingkindness, and in mercies.”

    Related Themes: Marriage Engagement Marriage

    Hosea 2:20

    20 I will even betroth thee unto me in faithfulness: and thou shalt know the LORD.”

    Related Themes: Marriage

    Matthew 1:18

    18 Now the birth of Jesus Christ was on this wise: When as his mother Mary was espoused to Joseph, before they came together, she was found with child of the Holy Ghost.”

    Related Themes: Holy Spirit Omnipotence Birthday

    Ephesians 5:31

    31 For this cause shall a man leave his father and mother, and shall be joined unto his wife, and they two shall be one flesh.”

    Related Themes: Marriage Wife Marriage

    Matthew 19:9

    9 And I say unto you, Whosoever shall put away his wife, except it be for fornication, and shall marry another, committeth adultery: and whoso marrieth her which is put away doth commit adultery.”

    Related Themes: Adultery Divorce Marriage Impurity

    Word cloud of verses in the Bible that are about betrothal