“Therefore whatever you desire for men to do to you, you shall also do to them; for this is the law and the prophets.”
— Matthew 7:12· Jesus
What Does the Bible Say About Praying for Others?
The Bible addresses praying for others across both Old and New Testaments. These verses are organized by biblical era — from the patriarchs to the apostles — letting Scripture speak for itself.
2 verses·2 eras·0 promises
Life of Jesus (~30 AD)
Early Church (~50 AD)
“But about midnight Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to God, and the prisoners were listening to them.”
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