10 Bible Verses about Elderly

So Bathsheba went to see the king in his bedroom. He was very old, and Abishag, the young woman from Shunem, was taking care of him.

And even when I am old and gray, O God, do not forsake me, until I declare your strength to this generation, your power to all who are to come. Your righteousness also, God, reaches to the heavens. You have done great things. God, who is like you?

Even in your old age with gray hair I am he, I am he who will support you. I have made you and I will bear your burden (take care of you). I will sustain (support) (strengthen) you and I will rescue you (keep you safe).

Show respect to the elderly, and honor older people. In this way you show respect for your God. I am Jehovah.

Gray hair is a crown of glory when it is found in the way of righteousness.

Is not wisdom found among the aged? Does not long life bring understanding?

Anna the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Asher was a very old prophetess. She had been a widow eighty-four years. She never left the temple. She worshipped and fasted with supplications day and night. Even up to that time she gave thanks to God and spoke to all who were looking for the redemption of Jerusalem.

They are planted in Jehovah's house. They blossom in our God's courtyards. Even when they are old, they still bear fruit. They are always healthy and fresh.