Lord’s Library editors answer the question “What does the Bible say about iniquity?” with specific Bible references.
Have you ever asked yourself the question, “What does the Bible say about iniquity?” If you have, you’re definitely not alone! And since the Bible helps Christians form a foundational understanding of important topics, it’s imperative that one know how Scripture describes iniquity in different contexts. The Webster’s 1828 Dictionary defines iniquity as “Injustice; unrighteousness; a deviation from rectitude.”
Now armed with a basic definition of iniquity, Lord’s Library editors thought it would be a helpful exercise to provide Biblical context. As a result, we compiled this short resource which captures all notable mentions of the word iniquity, as well as its other forms. If you’ve been wondering what the King James Bible says about iniquity, scroll on for additional detail.
Note: If you want to know what the Bible says about iniquity and 206 other important topics (to be exact), our editors recommend Spencer Smith’s Doctrine Matters: Bible Topic Guidebook.
What Does the Bible Say About Iniquity?
Proverbs 16:6
“By mercy and truth iniquity is purged: and by the fear of the Lord men depart from evil.“
Proverbs 22:8
“He that soweth iniquity shall reap vanity: and the rod of his anger shall fail.”
Proverbs 21:15
“ It is joy to the just to do judgment: but destruction shall be to the workers of iniquity.“
1 Corinthians 13:6
“Rejoiceth not in iniquity, but rejoiceth in the truth;“
Titus 2:14
“Who gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify unto himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works.“
2 Timothy 2:19
“Nevertheless the foundation of God standeth sure, having this seal, The Lord knoweth them that are his. And, let every one that nameth the name of Christ depart from iniquity.“
Psalm 51:2
“Wash me throughly from mine iniquity, and cleanse me from my sin.“
Psalm 119:133
“Order my steps in thy word: and let not any iniquity have dominion over me.“
Psalm 66:18
“If I regard iniquity in my heart, the Lord will not hear me:“
Psalm 32:5
“I acknowledge my sin unto thee, and mine iniquity have I not hid. I said, I will confess my transgressions unto the Lord; and thou forgavest the iniquity of my sin. Selah.“
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