Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Isaiah 13:12 Cross-References
Explore 5 cross-references for Isaiah 13:12 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Isaiah chapter 13 verse 12 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“I will make a man more precious than fine gold; even a man than the golden wedge of Ophir.”
Isaiah 13:12 (KJV)
Commentary on Isaiah 13:12
'I will make a man more precious than fine gold; even a man than the golden wedge of Ophir.' This paradoxical statement means human life will become rare—casualties will be so immense that survivors are as precious as the finest gold. Ophir's gold was legendary for purity and value (1 Kings 10:11). Yet in Babylon's judgment, human scarcity will exceed gold's scarcity. This is both threat (devastating death toll) and promise (the righteous remnant becomes precious). God's judgment removes the wicked and purifies a people. What remains after judgment—true faith, genuine righteousness—is infinite...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Isaiah 13:12
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“saying”
“and those who dwell therein are found guilty. Therefore the inhabitants of the earth are burned”
“who takes and dashes your little ones against the rock.”
“with the precious onyx”
“Every one that is found shall be thrust through; and every one that is joined unto them shall fall by the sword.”