Frequently asked questions
What is the most popular Bible verse?
John 3:16 is widely regarded as the most popular and most quoted verse in the Bible. Jeremiah 29:11, Philippians 4:13 and Psalm 23:1 are also among the most searched.
What are the top 10 Bible verses?
Lists vary, but most include John 3:16, Jeremiah 29:11, Philippians 4:13, Romans 8:28, Psalm 23:1, Proverbs 3:5–6, Isaiah 41:10, Joshua 1:9, Matthew 11:28 and Romans 12:2. All of them are on this page.
What Bible verse should I memorize first?
Start with John 3:16, Psalm 23:1 or Proverbs 3:5. They are short, well known and full of meaning. Our short Bible verses page has more that are easy to memorize.
Where should a beginner start reading the Bible?
Many people begin with the Gospel of John, which tells the life of Jesus, then read Psalms and Proverbs alongside it. Reading a chapter a day is a steady way to build the habit.