“You have heard that it was said, ‘Love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you,” – Matthew 5:43-44
Bible Verses About Hate
Genesis 37:4 – Joseph’s brothers became jealous and hated him because of their father’s favoritism.
“When his brothers saw that their father loved him more than any of them, they hated him and could not speak a kind word to him.” – Genesis 37:4
Proverbs 10:12 – Hatred stirs up conflict, but love covers all wrongs.
“Hatred stirs up conflict, but love covers over all wrongs.” – Proverbs 10:12
Proverbs 15:17 – A simple meal with loved ones is better than a feast with hatred.
“Better a small serving of vegetables with love than a fattened calf with hatred.” – Proverbs 15:17
Proverbs 26:24 – Those who hide hatred have deceptive hearts.
“Enemies disguise themselves with their lips, but in their hearts they harbor deceit.” – Proverbs 26:24
Leviticus 19:17 – Don’t hate your fellow Israelite; instead, correct them kindly.
“Do not hate a fellow Israelite in your heart. Rebuke your neighbor frankly so you will not share in their guilt.” – Leviticus 19:17
1 John 2:9 – Those who hate their brother are in darkness.
“Anyone who claims to be in the light but hates a brother or sister is still in the darkness.” – 1 John 2:9
1 John 4:20 – You can’t love God while hating others.
“Whoever claims to love God yet hates a brother or sister is a liar.” – 1 John 4:20
Romans 13:10 – Love does no harm to a neighbor; therefore, love fulfills the law.
“Love does no harm to a neighbor. Therefore, love is the fulfillment of the law.” – Romans 13:10
Ephesians 4:31 – Get rid of all bitterness, rage, and anger.
“Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice.” – Ephesians 4:31
Matthew 7:1 – Do not judge others, or you too will be judged.
“Do not judge, or you too will be judged.” – Matthew 7:1
1 Peter 2:1 – Rid yourselves of all malice and deceit.
“Therefore, rid yourselves of all malice and all deceit, hypocrisy, envy, and slander of every kind.” – 1 Peter 2:1
Matthew 5:21-22 – Anger and hatred can lead to judgment.
“You have heard that it was said to the people long ago, ‘You shall not murder, and anyone who murders will be subject to judgment.’ But I tell you that anyone who is angry with a brother or sister will be subject to judgment.” – Matthew 5:21-22
Titus 3:3 – Once we too were foolish, disobedient, deceived, and hating each other.
“At one time we too were foolish, disobedient, deceived and enslaved by all kinds of passions and pleasures. We lived in malice and envy, being hated and hating one another.” – Titus 3:3
Proverbs 3:30 – Do not accuse anyone for no reason, when they have done you no harm.
“Do not accuse anyone with a false claim or be angry with someone for no reason.” – Proverbs 3:30
John 15:18 – If the world hates you, remember that it hated Jesus first.
“If the world hates you, keep in mind that it hated me first.” – John 15:18
Matthew 5:24 – If you have anger against your brother, reconcile before worship.
“Leave your gift there in front of the altar. First go and be reconciled to them; then come and offer your gift.” – Matthew 5:24
John 3:15 – Anyone who hates a brother or sister is a murderer.
“Anyone who hates a brother or sister is a murderer, and you know that no murderer has eternal life residing in him.” – John 3:15
Colossians 3:8 – Put away all anger, wrath, malice, and slander.
“But now you must put them all away: anger, wrath, malice, slander, and obscene talk from your mouth.” – Colossians 3:8
1 Thessalonians 5:15 – Always strive to do good to each other.
“Make sure that nobody pays back wrong for wrong, but always strive to do what is good for each other and for everyone else.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:15
James 4:11 – Do not speak evil against one another.
“Brothers and sisters, do not slander one another. Anyone who speaks against a brother or sister or judges them speaks against the law and judges it.” – James 4:11
Luke 6:27 – Love your enemies and do good to those who hate you.
“But to you who are listening I say: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you.” – Luke 6:27
1 John 3:14 – We know that we have passed from death to life because we love each other.
“We know that we have passed from death to life, because we love each other. Anyone who does not love remains in death.” – 1 John 3:14
Psalms 97:10 – The Lord protects those who hate evil.
“Let those who love the Lord hate evil, for he guards the lives of his faithful ones and delivers them from the hand of the wicked.” – Psalm 97:10
Ephesians 4:31-32 – Let all bitterness be put away; replace with kindness and forgiveness.
“Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice. Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.” – Ephesians 4:31-32
James 3:14 – If you harbor bitter envy and selfish ambition, do not boast about it.
“But if you harbor bitter envy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast about it or deny the truth.” – James 3:14
Romans 12:20-21 – Overcome evil with good.
“On the contrary: ‘If your enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him something to drink. In doing this, you will heap burning coals on his head.’ Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.” – Romans 12:20-21
Galatians 5:15 – If you bite and devour each other, watch out!
“If you bite and devour each other, watch out or you will be destroyed by each other.” – Galatians 5:15
Final Thoughts
Hate is a powerful emotion that can lead to destruction and pain. The Bible reminds us through various verses that love should always prevail over hate. It’s easy to grow angry and resentful toward others, but God calls us to embrace forgiveness and compassion. We might face situations where hate seems justified, but we must remember to love even those who oppose us. Through love, we create a better relationship with ourselves and others, combating the negativity that hate breeds. We can always choose to live in love and light!
It’s important for us to reflect and seek deeper understanding about how hate and love transform our lives and those around us. For more insights on love and compassion, check out our Bible Verses About Showing Love Through Actions. Understanding how we communicate with others is key, so feel free to explore Bible Verses About Communication With Others as well!