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Isaiah 2:9 Cross-References
Explore 14 cross-references for Isaiah 2:9 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Isaiah chapter 2 verse 9 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And the mean man boweth down, and the great man humbleth himself: therefore forgive them not.”
Isaiah 2:9 (KJV)
Commentary on Isaiah 2:9
The dual action—'boweth down' and 'humbleth himself'—describes self-abasement before idols, inverting proper worship where humans stand upright before God through Christ's mediation. The plea 'forgive them not' (absent in some manuscripts) seems harsh but reflects covenantal judgment: persistent impenitence forfeits mercy. This anticipates Jesus' teaching that blasphemy against the Spirit—persistent rejection of conviction—remains unforgivable (Matthew 12:31-32). God's forgiveness, while freely offered, requires repentant reception; those who refuse to bow to God will remain bowing to idols.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Isaiah 2:9
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“mankind is humbled”
“You can't serve Yahweh; for he is a holy God; he is a jealous God; he will not forgive your disobedience nor your sins.”
“and don't let their sin be blotted out from before you; for they have provoked [you] to anger before the builders.”
“but is guilty of an eternal sin,But he that shall blaspheme against the Holy Ghost hath never forgiveness, but is in danger of eternal damnation.,,,,,,,,”
“Yahweh”
“and fall short of the glory of God;”
“they will be broken off. The women will come and set them on fire”
“rich and poor together.”
“and men of high degree are a lie. In the balances they will go up. They are together lighter than a breath.”
“and humility”