What the Bible says about
Longevity
61 references · Nave's Topical Bible (1896) · tap any verse for study tools
“So the LORD said, “My Spirit will not contend with man forever, for he is mortal; his days shall be 120 years.””— Genesis 6:3 BSB
“Honor your father and mother, so that your days may be long in the land that the LORD your God is giving you.”— Exodus 20:12 BSB
“So God said to him, “Since you have asked for this instead of requesting long life or wealth for yourself or death for your enemies—but you have asked for discernment to administer justice—”— 1 Kings 3:11-14 BSB
“You will come to the grave in full vigor, like a sheaf of grain gathered in season.”— Job 5:26 BSB
“The length of our days is seventy years— or eighty if we are strong— yet their pride is but labor and sorrow, for they quickly pass, and we fly away.”— Psalms 90:10 BSB
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