Animals of the Bible · Underground · Insects
The Moth
The Moth — a wonderful creature of Scripture and of the Bible world
Discovered in your collection
- Key verse
- Matthew 6:19
- Where it lived
- The “underground” habitat in the Bible lands: the valleys and hills of the Holy Land
- What it reminds us of
- The Moth in Scripture
Stories from Scripture
The Moth in the stories of the Bible
People of faith
The Moth in Scripture
“Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal…” The Lord Jesus teaches us that earthly riches wear out and pass away; the true treasures are the ones stored up in heaven through kindness and faith.
Matthew 6:19The prophets and the wise
What the Bible teaches about the moth
“For the moth shall eat them up like a garment, and the worm shall eat them like wool: but my righteousness shall be for ever…” Isaiah shows that those who oppose God will wither like a garment eaten by moths, but the Lord’s salvation lasts forever.
Isaiah 51:8
Wonders of Creation
Did you know?
Costly wool clothes were a great proof of wealth in ancient times; a single moth larva could quietly ruin a precious garment, proving how fragile material things are.
In Bible times, the moth was part of the everyday scenery of the lands of the ancient East.
Every feature of this creature shows the order and care of the Creator for all the living things on earth.
From the Holy Scriptures
What do we read in the Bible about the moth?
19 Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal:
8 For the moth shall eat them up like a garment, and the worm shall eat them like wool: but my righteousness shall be for ever, and my salvation from generation to generation.
Verses are quoted from the King James Version (KJV). Read each passage in the context of its chapter in the Bible.
What the moth teaches us
The Moth in Scripture
The moth is a picture of the decay of material things. Jesus calls us not to tie our hearts to what can be eaten by moths or ruined by time, but to grow rich toward God through love, prayer and good deeds.
How we can live this out today
Look at nature and thank God for the care He gives to every creature, big or small!
Mini-Quiz
What did you learn about the moth?
In which book of the Bible do we find references to the moth?
For parents and children
At home and in Sunday school
A question for parents and children
What can we learn from the way God takes care of the animals in nature? How does the Bible show us His love for us?
“Lord, thank You for the wonderful world You made and for Your care every day. Teach me to love Your creation and to follow You with a thankful heart! Amen.”