The complete saying is “The blood of the covenant is thicker than the water of the womb” and I feel like it would depend on each persons situation.
Personally my family is very close so it would not apply. But my husband grew up with a lot of trauma so he stays away from his family, except for his sister they went through a lot together. So for my husband yes, chosen bonds are more important than most family bonds.
The phrase “blood is thicker than water” expresses a long-standing belief that family ties carry a special weight. Biologically and socially, this often makes sense: family relationships are usually our first bonds, shaped by shared history, genetics, and mutual dependence. In many cultures, loyalty to family has been essential for survival, identity, and continuity.
