Obadiah, 2 John, and 3 John are the shortest books in the Bible. Each delivers a timeless message—justice, truth, and love—showing that God’s Word can speak powerfully in just a few verses.

Psalms is the longest book in the Bible by chapters, while Jeremiah is longest by Hebrew word count. Both reveal the depth of worship and prophecy that anchor the story of faith.

There are 150 psalms in the Bible. This collection of prayers and songs reflects every human emotion, teaching believers how to worship, lament, and trust God in all circumstances.

John 11:35, “Jesus wept,” is the shortest verse in the Bible yet reveals the deep compassion of Christ, showing that God enters our pain before bringing resurrection hope.

Esther 8:9 is the longest verse in the Bible, recording King Ahasuerus’s decree written by Mordecai that allowed the Jews to defend themselves. This detailed verse shows how God’s providence works through human authority, turning danger into deliverance.

Psalm 117 is the shortest chapter in the Bible, just two verses long. This brief psalm calls every nation to praise the Lord for his steadfast love and unending faithfulness, capturing the heart of the gospel in just a few powerful words.

Psalm 119 is the longest chapter in the Bible with 176 verses, written as an acrostic poem celebrating God’s Word. It calls readers to slow down, love Scripture deeply, and discover how faith grows through steady meditation on God’s truth.

The last verse in the Bible, Revelation 22:21, ends Scripture with grace—God’s final word of blessing, peace, and hope for all who believe.

Discover the meaning of the first verse in the Bible, Genesis 1:1. Learn how “In the beginning when God created the heavens and the earth” reveals God’s power, purpose, and ongoing presence in creation.