Bible Verses About "What Does the Bible Say About Depression"
The Bible acknowledges deep emotional suffering — Elijah, David, and Jeremiah all experienced despair — and offers God's presence, hope, and comfort as the answer.
The Bible acknowledges deep emotional suffering — Elijah, David, and Jeremiah all experienced despair — and offers God's presence, hope, and comfort as the answer.
"Why art thou cast down, O my soul? and why art thou disquieted in me? hope thou in God: for I shall yet praise him for the help of his countenance." — Psalm 42:5 (KJV)
KJV Verses That Answer This Question
The Scriptures below are gathered specifically to address "What Does the Bible Say About Depression?" Each is quoted in the King James Version with a link to its full chapter.
"Why art thou cast down, O my soul? and why art thou disquieted in me? hope thou in God: for I shall yet praise him for the help of his countenance."
"He healeth the broken in heart, and bindeth up their wounds."
"For his anger endureth but a moment; in his favour is life: weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning."
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