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50 Bible Verses About the Prince of Peace

Discover Bible verses about the Prince of Peace. Explore how Jesus brings peace and the meaning of shalom in Scripture. Find comfort and guidance.

By The Editorial Team

Verses sourced from the World English Bible (public domain). Selection follows our editorial policy. Last reviewed 2026-04-23. See all sources.

The title "Prince of Peace," found in Isaiah 9:6, refers to the promised Messiah who brings reconciliation and tranquility. Jesus embodies this peace, offering spiritual wholeness (shalom) to believers through His sacrifice. His teachings encourage followers to seek peace with God and others, reflecting His character in their lives.

“For to us a child is born. To us a son is given; and the government will be on his shoulders. His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.”
— Isaiah 9:6 WEB

The night sky sparkles with stars, and the world rests under a blanket of calm. Isaiah 9:6 speaks of one who is called the “Prince of Peace.” This title offers a promise of tranquility and wholeness through Jesus. The peace He brings is not just the absence of conflict, but a deep-seated sense of harmony. This peace is a gift that surpasses understanding and embraces every part of our lives.

Throughout the Bible, peace is a recurring theme, woven into the fabric of God’s promises. Numbers 25:12 speaks of a covenant of peace, establishing that God desires peace for His people. Gideon names an altar “Yahweh is Peace” in Judges 6:24, showing that God embodies peace itself. In 1 Samuel 20:42, Jonathan and David part ways with a blessing of peace, recognizing God’s presence between them. These passages highlight peace as both a divine promise and a state of being, rooted in God’s nature.

50 verses

  1. 2

    “Then Gideon built an altar there to Yahweh, and called it “Yahweh is Peace.”or, Yahweh Shalom To this day it is still in Ophrah of the Abiezrites.”

  2. 3

    “Jonathan said to David, “Go in peace, because we have both sworn in Yahweh’s name, saying, ‘Yahweh is between me and you, and between my offspringor, seed and your offspring,or, seed forever.’” He arose and departed; and Jonathan went into the city.”

  3. 4

    “The king said to him, “Go in peace.” So he arose, and went to Hebron.”

  4. 6

    ““Blessed be Yahweh, who has given rest to his people Israel, according to all that he promised. There has not failed one word of all his good promise, which he promised by Moses his servant.”

  5. 8

    “Behold, a son shall be born to you, who shall be a man of peace. I will give him rest from all his enemies all around; for his name shall be Solomon, and I will give peace and quietness to Israel in his days.”

  6. 9

    “Then the king sent an answer to Rehum the chancellor, and to Shimshai the scribe, and to the rest of their companions who live in Samaria, and in the rest of the country beyond the River: Peace.”

  7. 10

    “Yahweh will give strength to his people. Yahweh will bless his people with peace.”

  8. 12

    “Mercy and truth meet together. Righteousness and peace have kissed each other.”

  9. 13

    “Pray for the peace of Jerusalem. Those who love you will prosper.”

  10. 14

    “Your kingdom is an everlasting kingdom. Your dominion endures throughout all generations. Yahweh is faithful in all his words, and loving in all his deeds.Some manuscripts omit these last two lines.”

  11. 16

    “When a man’s ways please Yahweh, he makes even his enemies to be at peace with him.”

  12. 18

    “For to us a child is born. To us a son is given; and the government will be on his shoulders. His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.”

  13. 19

    “Of the increase of his government and of peace there shall be no end, on David’s throne, and on his kingdom, to establish it, and to uphold it with justice and with righteousness from that time on, even forever. The zeal of Yahweh of Armies will perform this.”

  14. 20

    “Behold, a king shall reign in righteousness, and princes shall rule in justice.”

  15. 21

    “The work of righteousness will be peace; and the effect of righteousness, quietness and confidence forever.”

  16. 22

    “Oh that you had listened to my commandments! Then your peace would have been like a river, and your righteousness like the waves of the sea.”

  17. 23

    “I create the fruit of the lips: Peace, peace, to him who is far off and to him who is near,” says Yahweh; “and I will heal them.””

  18. 24

    “to wit, the prophets of Israel who prophesy concerning Jerusalem, and who see visions of peace for her, and there is no peace,’” says the Lord Yahweh.’””

  19. 25

    “Nebuchadnezzar the king, to all the peoples, nations, and languages, who dwell in all the earth: Peace be multiplied to you.”

  20. 26

    ““Know therefore and discern that from the going out of the commandment to restore and to build Jerusalem to the Anointed One,“Anointed One” can also be translated “Messiah” (same as “Christ”). the prince, will be seven weeks and sixty-two weeks. It will be built again, with street and moat, even in troubled times.”

  21. 27

    “I will cut off the chariot from Ephraim, and the horse from Jerusalem; and the battle bow will be cut off; and he will speak peace to the nations: and his dominion will be from sea to sea, and from the River to the ends of the earth.”

  22. 28

    “‘You Bethlehem, land of Judah, are in no way least among the princes of Judah: for out of you shall come a governor, who shall shepherd my people, Israel.’”Micah 5:2”

  23. 29

    “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called children of God.”

  24. 30

    ““Glory to God in the highest, on earth peace, good will toward men.””

  25. 31

    “If a son of peace is there, your peace will rest on him; but if not, it will return to you.”

  26. 32

    “saying, “Blessed is the King who comes in the name of the Lord! Psalm 118:26 Peace in heaven, and glory in the highest!””

  27. 33

    “As they said these things, Jesus himself stood among them, and said to them, “Peace be to you.””

  28. 34

    “Peace I leave with you. My peace I give to you; not as the world gives, give I to you. Don’t let your heart be troubled, neither let it be fearful.”

  29. 35

    “The kings of the earth take a stand, and the rulers take council together, against the Lord, and against his Christ.’Christ (Greek) and Messiah (Hebrew) both mean Anointed One.Psalm 2:1-2”

  30. 36

    “The word which he sent to the children of Israel, preaching good news of peace by Jesus Christ—he is Lord of all—”

  31. 37

    “The way of peace, they haven’t known.”Isaiah 59:7-8”

  32. 41

    “Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.”

  33. 42

    “For he is our peace, who made both one, and broke down the middle wall of partition,”

  34. 43

    “Peace be to the brothers, and love with faith, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.”

  35. 44

    “And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus.”

  36. 46

    “Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times in all ways. The Lord be with you all.”

  37. 47

    “Follow after peace with all men, and the sanctification without which no man will see the Lord,”

  38. 48

    “Now may the God of peace, who brought again from the dead the great shepherd of the sheep with the blood of an eternal covenant, our Lord Jesus,”

  39. 49

    “Greet one another with a kiss of love. Peace be to you all who are in Christ Jesus. Amen.”

  40. 50

    “Grace, mercy, and peace will be with us, from God the Father, and from the Lord Jesus Christ, the Son of the Father, in truth and love.”

For your week

Reflect

Consider the peace Jesus brings as more than a feeling. It is a promise sealed by God. Reflect on Isaiah 9:6, where Jesus is called the Prince of Peace, and let it guide you.

Pray

Lord, fill my heart with Your peace today. Help me to trust in Your promises and rest in the assurance that You are the Prince of Peace. Amen.

Apply

Each day this week, meditate on Isaiah 9:6. Allow its promise of peace to settle in your heart and influence your daily interactions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Prince of Peace mean?

"Prince of Peace" in Isaiah 9:6 refers to Jesus, who brings divine peace to the world. This peace is not merely the absence of conflict but includes wholeness and harmony. It reflects God's intention for a restored relationship with humanity. Through Jesus, believers experience reconciliation with God, bringing peace to their hearts and lives.

How does Jesus bring peace?

Jesus brings peace by reconciling humanity with God. Colossians 1:20 states that through Him, God reconciles all things, making peace by the blood of His cross. This peace transcends human understanding and guards our hearts and minds (Philippians 4:7). Jesus' life, death, and resurrection create a pathway for internal and external peace.

What is shalom?

Shalom is a Hebrew word meaning peace, wholeness, and completeness. It encompasses harmony in all aspects of life. In Numbers 25:12, God speaks of a "covenant of peace," highlighting shalom as a divine promise. Shalom involves well-being and prosperity, revealing God's desire for His people to live in balance and safety.

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