Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Genesis 16:12 Cross-References
Explore 5 cross-references for Genesis 16:12 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Genesis chapter 16 verse 12 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And he will be a wild man; his hand will be against every man, and every man's hand against him; and he shall dwell in the presence of all his brethren.”
Genesis 16:12 (KJV)
Commentary on Genesis 16:12
And he will be a wild man; his hand will be against every man, and every man's hand against him; and... This passage is part of the Abrahamic narratives which shift from universal human history to God's particular covenant people. The Abraham cycle (Genesis 12-25) demonstrates God's sovereign election, covenant faithfulness, and the development of faith through testing and promise fulfillment.Central themes include God's unconditional covenant promises (land, descendants, blessing to nations), the call to faith and obedience, the testing of faith through delays and impossibilities, the contras...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Genesis 16:12
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“and he grew. He lived in the wilderness”
“as you go toward Assyria. He lived opposite all his relatives.”
“For vain men would be wise”
“and you will serve your brother. It will happen”