“He trains my hands for battle; my arms can bend a bow of bronze.” – Psalm 18:34
Bible Verses About Bow And Arrow
1. Psalm 127:4 – Children are like arrows in the hands of a warrior
“Like arrows in the hands of a warrior are sons born in one’s youth.” – Psalm 127:4
2. Jeremiah 51:11 – The Lord commands a bow to be drawn.
“Sharpen the arrows, take up the shields! The Lord has aroused the spirit of the Kings of the Medes, because his purpose is to destroy Babylon; the Lord will take vengeance, vengeance for his temple.” – Jeremiah 51:11
3. 2 Samuel 22:35 – God equips for battle.
“He trains my hands for battle; my arms can bend a bow of bronze.” – 2 Samuel 22:35
4. Proverbs 25:18 – A false witness is like a sharp arrow.
“Like a club or a sword or a sharp arrow is one who gives false testimony against a neighbor.” – Proverbs 25:18
5. Psalm 120:4 – The deceitful tongue is a sharp arrow.
“He will punish you like a warrior with a sharp arrow.” – Psalm 120:4
6. Zechariah 9:13 – The sons of Zion are like mighty warriors with bows.
“I will bend Judah as I bend my bow and fill it with Ephraim. I will stir up your sons, Zion, against your sons, Greece, and make you like a warrior’s sword.” – Zechariah 9:13
7. Ephesians 6:16 – Shield of faith to extinguish fiery arrows.
“In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one.” – Ephesians 6:16
8. Isaiah 49:2 – The Lord made you like a polished arrow.
“He made my mouth like a sharpened sword, in the shadow of his hand he hid me; he made me into a polished arrow and concealed me in his quiver.” – Isaiah 49:2
9. Psalm 7:13 – The wicked prepares weapons.
“He who prepares his deadly weapons and makes his arrows fiery shafts.” – Psalm 7:13
10. 1 Samuel 20:20 – Jonathan’s arrow as a sign.
“I will shoot three arrows to the side of it, as though I were shooting at a target.” – 1 Samuel 20:20
11. Ephesians 6:12 – Our struggle is not against flesh and blood.
“For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.” – Ephesians 6:12
12. Psalm 11:2 – The wicked bend their bows.
“For look, the wicked bend their bows; they set their arrows against the strings to shoot from the shadows at the upright in heart.” – Psalm 11:2
13. Psalm 37:14 – The wicked draw their swords.
“The wicked draw their swords and string the bow to bring down the poor and needy, to slay those whose ways are upright.” – Psalm 37:14
14. Isaiah 64:4 – Seeking God brings answers.
“Since ancient times no one has heard, no ear has perceived, no eye has seen any God besides you, who acts on behalf of those who wait for him.” – Isaiah 64:4
15. Hebrews 4:12 – The word of God is sharper than a sword.
“For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart.” – Hebrews 4:12
16. Job 6:4 – The arrows of the Almighty are within me.
“For the arrows of the Almighty are in me, my spirit drinks in their poison; God’s terrors are marshaled against me.” – Job 6:4
17. Job 16:12 – God shattered my strength like a bow.
“I was at ease, but he shattered me; he took me by the neck and crushed me. He has made me his target.” – Job 16:12
18. Psalm 58:7 – Let their arrows be like a snail.
“Let them vanish like water that flows away; when they draw the bow, let their arrows be blunted.” – Psalm 58:7
19. Genesis 49:24 – The strength of Joseph is like the bow.
“But his bow remained steady, his strong arms stayed limber, because of the hand of the Mighty One of Jacob, because of the Shepherd, the Rock of Israel.” – Genesis 49:24
20. Psalm 119:165 – Great peace have they who love your law.
“Great peace have those who love your law, and nothing can make them stumble.” – Psalm 119:165
21. Proverbs 21:15 – The wicked are punished when justice is done.
“When justice is done, it brings joy to the righteous but terror to evildoers.” – Proverbs 21:15
22. Psalm 92:10 – You have exalted my horn like that of a wild ox.
“You have exalted my horn like that of a wild ox; fine oils have been poured on me.” – Psalm 92:10
23. Matthew 5:10 – Blessed are those who are persecuted.
“Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” – Matthew 5:10
24. Lamentations 3:12 – He drew his bow and made me the target.
“He drew his bow and made me the target for his arrows.” – Lamentations 3:12
25. Habakkuk 3:9 – The bow was made quite bare.
“Your bow is made quite bare; the oaths to the tribes were sworn.” – Habakkuk 3:9
26. 1 Corinthians 9:26 – Running with purpose.
“Therefore I do not run like someone running aimlessly; I do not fight like a boxer beating the air.” – 1 Corinthians 9:26
27. 2 Timothy 4:7 – I have fought the good fight.
“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” – 2 Timothy 4:7
28. Psalm 3:4 – I cried aloud to the Lord.
“I called out to the Lord, and he answered me from his holy mountain.” – Psalm 3:4
29. Proverbs 16:9 – The human heart plans the way.
“In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps.” – Proverbs 16:9
30. 1 Peter 5:8 – Be alert; the devil is like a roaring lion.
“Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour.” – 1 Peter 5:8
31. James 4:7 – Submit to God, resist the devil.
“Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.” – James 4:7
32. Psalm 44:6 – I will not trust in my bow.
“I do not trust in my bow; my sword does not bring me victory.” – Psalm 44:6
33. 2 Chronicles 32:3 – He gathered together the people.
“He consulted with his officials and military staff about blocking off the water from the springs outside the city.” – 2 Chronicles 32:3
34. Isaiah 37:33 – This city will not be taken.
“Therefore this is what the Lord says about the king of Assyria: ‘He will not enter this city or shoot an arrow here. He will not come before it with shield or build a siege ramp against it.'” – Isaiah 37:33
35. Isaiah 54:17 – No weapon forged against you will prevail.
“No weapon forged against you will prevail, and you will refute every tongue that accuses you. This is the heritage of the servants of the Lord, and this is their vindication from me,” declares the Lord. – Isaiah 54:17
36. John 16:33 – Take heart! Jesus has overcome the world.
“I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” – John 16:33
37. Matthew 26:52 – Put your sword back in its place.
“Put your sword back in its place, for all who draw the sword will die by the sword.” – Matthew 26:52
38. Luke 22:36 – He who has a purse should take it.
“He said to them, ‘But now if you have a purse, take it; and also a bag. And if you don’t have a sword, sell your cloak and buy one.'” – Luke 22:36
39. Romans 12:19 – Do not take revenge, dear friends.
“Do not take revenge, my dear friends, but leave room for God’s wrath, for it is written: ‘It is mine to avenge; I will repay,’ says the Lord.” – Romans 12:19
40. Hebrews 10:31 – It is a dreadful thing to fall into the hands of the living God.
“It is a dreadful thing to fall into the hands of the living God.” – Hebrews 10:31
Final Thoughts
Bows and arrows have been referenced in the Bible in various contexts. They symbolize strength, divine protection, and the ability to overcome challenges. Just as a warrior prepares his bow for battle, we must equip ourselves with faith and the Word of God to fend off any obstacles or trials that come our way.
Each verse reminds us of God’s protection and the power we have through Him. They encourage us to be prepared to face our battles, knowing we are under the guidance of the Lord. It is a call to raise our own “arrows” which could be our prayers or actions that align with God’s will.
As we reflect on these verses, let’s continue our journey through faith. There are many more powerful topics that can enrich our understanding of scripture. You might find it uplifting to explore more Bible verses or discover verses about Jesus’ sacrifice that speak directly to our hearts. Whether it’s through singing and dancing or simply praying for guidance, there is so much to learn and embrace.