Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Deuteronomy 3:9 Cross-References
Explore 8 cross-references for Deuteronomy 3:9 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Deuteronomy chapter 3 verse 9 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“( Which Hermon the Sidonians call Sirion; and the Amorites call it Shenir;)”
Deuteronomy 3:9 (KJV)
Commentary on Deuteronomy 3:9
(Which Hermon the Sidonians call Sirion; and the Amorites call it Shenir;) This parenthetical note provides geographical and linguistic detail about Mount Hermon, demonstrating Moses' comprehensive knowledge of the region Israel would inherit. The Hebrew word Siryon (שִׂרְיֹן) means "breastplate" or "coat of mail," possibly referencing the mountain's snow-covered appearance resembling shining armor. The Amorite name Senir (שְׂנִיר) appears in Deuteronomy 3:9 and is referenced in Song of Solomon 4:8 and 1 Chronicles 5:23.Mount Hermon, standing at 9,232 feet, marks the northern boundary of Israe...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Deuteronomy 3:9
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“And the children of the half tribe of Manasseh dwelt in the land: they increased from Bashan unto Baalhermon and Senir”
“wild ox.”
“my bride”
“They have made all thy ship boards of fir trees of Senir: they have taken cedars from Lebanon to make masts for thee.”
“that comes down on the hills of Zion: for there Yahweh gives the blessing”
“you have created them. Tabor and Hermon rejoice in your name.”
“which is on the edge of the valley of the Arnon”
“that goes up to Seir”