Bible Verses About Comforting the Grieving

"Rejoice with them that do rejoice, and weep with them that weep."

"Blessed be God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies, and the God of all comfort; Who comforteth us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort them which are in any trouble, by the comfort wherewith we ourselves are comforted of God."

"Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted."

"The LORD is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit."

"Jesus wept."

"To proclaim the acceptable year of the LORD, and the day of vengeance of our God; to comfort all that mourn; To appoint unto them that mourn in Zion, to give unto them beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness."

"He healeth the broken in heart, and bindeth up their wounds."

"But I would not have you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning them which are asleep, that ye sorrow not, even as others which have no hope. For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so them also which sleep in Jesus will God bring with him."

"Thou tellest my wanderings: put thou my tears into thy bottle: are they not in thy book?"

"And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away."

What does the Bible say about comforting the grieving?

When someone is grieving, words often feel inadequate — but Scripture provides comfort that transcends human wisdom. God calls His people to mourn with those who mourn, offering presence, compassion, and the hope of His promises. Key King James Version passages include Romans 12:15, 2 Corinthians 1:3-4, Matthew 5:4. This page collects 10 KJV verses about comforting the grieving, each quoted in full.

How can I comfort someone who is grieving?

Be present, listen more than you speak, avoid clichés, share Scripture gently, pray with and for them, and continue checking in after the initial shock has passed. Romans 12:15 says simply to 'weep with them that weep.'

Is it okay for Christians to grieve?

Absolutely. 1 Thessalonians 4:13 says we don't grieve 'as others which have no hope,' but grief itself is natural and healthy. Jesus Himself wept (John 11:35). Christian grief is marked by sorrow mixed with hope.