Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Isaiah 3:6 Cross-References
Explore 3 cross-references for Isaiah 3:6 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Isaiah chapter 3 verse 6 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“When a man shall take hold of his brother of the house of his father, saying, Thou hast clothing, be thou our ruler, and let this ruin be under thy hand:”
Isaiah 3:6 (KJV)
Commentary on Isaiah 3:6
Social collapse is evident when leadership defaults to anyone with minimal resources—'thou hast clothing, be thou our ruler.' The desperation reflects total breakdown of normal hierarchical structures; mere possession of garments qualifies for leadership. The phrase 'let this ruin be under thy hand' acknowledges societal devastation yet seeks any governance. This illustrates covenant curses' outworking (Deuteronomy 28:43-44) where social order disintegrates, anticipating Jesus' teaching that a house divided cannot stand (Matthew 12:25).
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Isaiah 3:6
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“saying”
“Come and be our chief”
“perceiving that they were about to come and take him by force”