People have been attracted by the beauty of women throughout history, and this fascination is expressed in numerous kinds of art, literature, and music. In countless Biblical verses in Christianity, beauty is celebrated as a reflection of God’s goodness.
According to the Bible, true beauty comes from within, from a peaceful and tranquil heart, and is not only about outer appearance. In this post, we will examine some Bible scriptures about women’s beauty and what they teach us about God’s view of beauty.
Bible Verses About Beauty Of Woman
1. Proverbs 31:30
“Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised.”
2. Song of Solomon 4:7
“You are altogether beautiful, my darling; there is no flaw in you.”
3. 1 Peter 3:3-4
“Your beauty should not come from outward adornment, such as elaborate hairstyles and the wearing of gold jewelry or fine clothes. Rather, it should be that of your inner self, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is of great worth in God’s sight.”
4. Proverbs 31:25
“She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come.”
5. Psalm 45:11
“The king is enthralled by your beauty; honor him, for he is your lord.”
6. Song of Solomon 4:1
“How beautiful you are, my darling! Oh, how beautiful! Your eyes behind your veil are doves. Your hair is like a flock of goats descending from the hills of Gilead.”
7. Psalm 139:14
“I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well.”
8. Proverbs 31:29
“Many women do noble things, but you surpass them all.”
9. Song of Solomon 4:3
“Your lips are like a scarlet ribbon; your mouth is lovely. Your temples behind your veil are like the halves of a pomegranate.”
Understanding the Biblical Basis of Beauty
10. Genesis 1:27
“So God created mankind in his own image, in the image of God he created them; male and female he created them.”
11. Psalm 139:14
“I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well.”
12. Ecclesiastes 3:11
“He has made everything beautiful in its time. He has also set eternity in the human heart; yet no one can fathom what God has done from beginning to end.”
13. Isaiah 43:7
“Everyone who is called by my name, whom I created for my glory, whom I formed and made.”
14. 1 Corinthians 11:7
“For a man ought not to cover his head, since he is the image and glory of God, but woman is the glory of man.”
15. Ephesians 2:10
“For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.”
Bible Verses that Emphasize the Importance of Character
16. Proverbs 31:30
“Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised.”
17. 1 Peter 3:3-4
“Your beauty should not come from outward adornment, such as elaborate hairstyles and the wearing of gold jewelry or fine clothes. Rather, it should be that of your inner self, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is of great worth in God’s sight.”
18. Galatians 5:22-23
“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.”
19. Colossians 3:12
“Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.”
20. Philippians 4:8
“Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.”
21. Romans 12:2
“Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.”
Biblical References to Physical Beauty
22. Song of Solomon 4:7
“You are altogether beautiful, my darling; there is no flaw in you.”
23. 1 Samuel 16:7
“But the Lord said to Samuel, ‘Do not consider his appearance or his height, for I have rejected him. The Lord does not look at the things people look at. People look at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.'”
24. Isaiah 52:7
“How beautiful on the mountains are the feet of those who bring good news, who proclaim peace, who bring good tidings, who proclaim salvation, who say to Zion, ‘Your God reigns!'”
25. Psalm 45:11
“Let the king be enthralled by your beauty; honor him, for he is your lord.”
26. 1 Timothy 2:9-10
“I also want the women to dress modestly, with decency and propriety, adorning themselves, not with elaborate hairstyles or gold or pearls or expensive clothes, but with good deeds, appropriate for women who profess to worship God.”
How the Bible Connects Inner and Outer Beauty
27. Proverbs 31:10
“A wife of noble character who can find? She is worth far more than rubies.”
28. 1 Kings 10:1-7
“When the queen of Sheba heard about the fame of Solomon and his relationship to the Lord, she came to test Solomon with hard questions. Arriving at Jerusalem with a very great caravan—with camels carrying spices, large quantities of gold, and precious stones—she came to Solomon and talked with him about all that she had on her mind.
Solomon answered all her questions; nothing was too hard for the king to explain to her. When the queen of Sheba saw all the wisdom of Solomon and the palace he had built, the food on his table, the seating of his officials, the attending servants in their robes, his cupbearers, and the burnt offerings he made at the temple of the Lord, she was overwhelmed.”
The Inner Beauty Of a Woman In The Bible
29. 1 Samuel 16:7
“But the Lord said to Samuel, ‘Do not consider his appearance or his height, for I have rejected him. The Lord does not look at the things people look at. People look at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.'”
30. Proverbs 31:30
“Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised.”
31. 1 Peter 3:3-4
“Your beauty should not come from outward adornment, such as elaborate hairstyles and the wearing of gold jewelry or fine clothes. Rather, it should be that of your inner self, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is of great worth in God’s sight.”
32. Titus 2:3-5
“Likewise, teach the older women to be reverent in the way they live, not to be slanderers or addicted to much wine, but to teach what is good. Then they can urge the younger women to love their husbands and children, to be self-controlled and pure, to be busy at home, to be kind, and to be subject to their husbands, so that no one will malign the word of God.”
33. Psalm 139:13-14
“For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well.”
34. Galatians 5:22-23
“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.”
35. Colossians 3:12-14
“Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity.”
Examining the Role of Beauty in the Lives of Biblical Heroines
Esther 2:7
“He was bringing up Hadassah, that is Esther, his uncle’s daughter, for she had neither father nor mother. The young woman had a beautiful figure and was lovely to look at, and when her father and her mother died, Mordecai took her as his own daughter.”
Ruth 3:11
“And now, my daughter, do not be afraid. I will do for you all you ask. All the people of my town know that you are a woman of noble character.”
Mary, mother of Jesus – Luke 1:46-48
“And Mary said: ‘My soul glorifies the Lord and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior, for he has been mindful of the humble state of his servant. From now on all generations will call me blessed.'”
Sarah, wife of Abraham – Genesis 12:11-14
“As he was about to enter Egypt, he said to his wife Sarai, ‘I know what a beautiful woman you are. When the Egyptians see you, they will say, “This is his wife.” Then they will kill me but will let you live. Say you are my sister, so that I will be treated well for your sake and my life will be spared because of you.'”
Deborah, judge and prophetess – Judges 4:4-5
“Now Deborah, a prophet, the wife of Lappidoth, was leading Israel at that time. She held court under the Palm of Deborah between Ramah and Bethel in the hill country of Ephraim, and the Israelites went up to her to have their disputes decided.”
Lydia, seller of purple – Acts 16:14
“One of those listening was a woman from the city of Thyatira named Lydia, a dealer in purple cloth. She was a worshiper of God. The Lord opened her heart to respond to Paul’s message.”
Mary Magdalene, follower of Jesus – Luke 8:2
“And also some women who had been cured of evil spirits and diseases: Mary (called Magdalene) from whom seven demons had come out.”
Beautiful Quotes For The Beauty Of a Woman
“The beauty of a woman is not in the clothes she wears, the figure that she carries, or the way she combs her hair. The beauty of a woman must be seen from in her eyes, because that is the doorway to her heart, the place where love resides.” – Audrey Hepburn
“A beautiful woman is a beautiful woman, but a beautiful woman with a brain is an absolutely lethal combination.” – Prabal Gurung
“The beauty of a woman is not in a facial mode but the true beauty in a woman is reflected in her soul.” – Audrey Hepburn
“Beauty is not just a physical attribute, it’s a state of mind.” – Dr. Roopleen
“A woman’s beauty is not only in her appearance, it’s also in her heart and the way she treats others.”
“There is nothing more beautiful than a woman who is confident and comfortable in her own skin.”
“A woman’s beauty is a treasure beyond price.”
Conclusion
The Bible has much to say about women’s beauty, and it’s evident that true beauty is more than outward looks. It is more about having a pleasant heart for God and living a life that reflects His love and goodness.
We’ve seen that God prefers inner beauty to physical beauty, such as humility, kindness, and love. This is a poignant reminder that our worth is determined by our character and relationship with God, not by our appearance.
May we try to build inner beauty and live lives that bring God glory? Let us never forget that our ultimate beauty is our identity as God’s children.
