Peace — Meaning in the Bible
Wholeness and well-being, not only the absence of conflict. In the Bible peace includes peace with God, between people, and inner calm.
Scripture in WEBWorld English Bible — Protestant Edition
What it means
The Hebrew word shalom means wholeness and well-being, used in greetings and blessings: "The LORD... give you peace". Numbers 6:24–26Isaiah 26:3
Jesus gives his disciples his peace and greets them with "Peace be to you" after rising. Paul writes of peace with God through Christ and the peace of God that guards hearts. John 14:27John 20:19Romans 5:1Philippians 4:6–7
Key passages
- Numbers 6:24–26 — The priestly blessing.
- Isaiah 9:6 — The Prince of Peace.
- Isaiah 26:3 — Perfect peace.
- John 14:27 — "My peace I give to you."
- Philippians 4:6–7 — The peace of God.
For children
Peace means everything being well and calm, with no fighting. Jesus said, "Peace I leave with you". John 14:27
Study further
- Numbers 6:22–27 A blessing of peace.
- John 14:25–31 Jesus' gift of peace.
- Philippians 4:4–9 Peace instead of worry.