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Bible Verses About Anxiety

Scripture for worry, fear, and an unsettled mind.

26 verses · curated by hand

From the wider Bible

More verses about anxiety in Scripture

526 passages mentioning “fear” across WEB & KJV — beyond the curated set above.

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  1. Proverbs 1:33

    “But whoever listens to me will dwell securely, and will be at ease, without fear of harm.””

  2. Proverbs 2:5

    “then you will understand the fear of Yahweh, and find the knowledge of God.”

  3. Proverbs 3:7

    “Don’t be wise in your own eyes. Fear Yahweh, and depart from evil.”

  4. Proverbs 3:25

    “Don’t be afraid of sudden fear, neither of the desolation of the wicked, when it comes:”

  5. Proverbs 8:13

    “The fear of Yahweh is to hate evil. I hate pride, arrogance, the evil way, and the perverse mouth.”

  6. Proverbs 9:10

    “The fear of Yahweh is the beginning of wisdom. The knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.”

  7. Proverbs 10:24

    “What the wicked fear, will overtake them, but the desire of the righteous will be granted.”

  8. Proverbs 10:27

    “The fear of Yahweh prolongs days, but the years of the wicked shall be shortened.”

  9. Proverbs 13:13

    “Whoever despises instruction will pay for it, but he who respects a command will be rewarded.”

  10. Proverbs 14:2

    “He who walks in his uprightness fears Yahweh, but he who is perverse in his ways despises him.”

  11. Proverbs 14:16

    “A wise man fears and shuns evil, but the fool is hot headed and reckless.”

  12. Proverbs 14:26

    “In the fear of Yahweh is a secure fortress, and he will be a refuge for his children.”

  13. Proverbs 14:27

    “The fear of Yahweh is a fountain of life, turning people from the snares of death.”

  14. Proverbs 15:16

    “Better is little, with the fear of Yahweh, than great treasure with trouble.”

  15. Proverbs 15:33

    “The fear of Yahweh teaches wisdom. Before honor is humility.”

  16. Proverbs 16:6

    “By mercy and truth iniquity is atoned for. By the fear of Yahweh men depart from evil.”

  17. Proverbs 19:23

    “The fear of Yahweh leads to life, then contentment; he rests and will not be touched by trouble.”

  18. Proverbs 20:2

    “The terror of a king is like the roaring of a lion. He who provokes him to anger forfeits his own life.”

  19. Proverbs 22:4

    “The result of humility and the fear of Yahweh is wealth, honor, and life.”

  20. Proverbs 23:17

    “Don’t let your heart envy sinners; but rather fear Yahweh all day long.”

Frequently asked

Questions about anxiety in the Bible

What does the Bible say about anxiety?
The Bible repeatedly tells believers not to be anxious (Matthew 6:34, Philippians 4:6, 1 Peter 5:7) — not as a moral demand but as an invitation to transfer worry to God who cares for them.
Which Bible verse helps with panic and worry?
Philippians 4:6-7 is the most-shared anxiety verse — it gives both the practice (pray with thanksgiving) and the promise (a peace that guards the heart). 1 Peter 5:7 and Matthew 6:34 are close seconds.
Can the Bible cure anxiety?
Scripture offers spiritual resources for anxiety, not a clinical cure. Severe or persistent anxiety is a medical issue and seeing a GP or therapist is wise. The verses on this page are companions for the inner work, not a replacement for professional care.