Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Isaiah 34:17 Cross-References
Explore 8 cross-references for Isaiah 34:17 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Isaiah chapter 34 verse 17 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And he hath cast the lot for them, and his hand hath divided it unto them by line: they shall possess it for ever, from generation to generation shall they dwell therein.”
Isaiah 34:17 (KJV)
Commentary on Isaiah 34:17
God casting the lot and measuring with His hand demonstrates divine sovereignty in judgment—nothing is random or arbitrary. The "perpetual possession" and dwelling "from generation to generation" emphasizes eternal judgment. This ironic inheritance contrasts with Israel's promised land; Edom's "inheritance" is permanent desolation. The language of lot-casting recalls Joshua's land distribution, but here God distributes judgment rather than blessing.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Isaiah 34:17
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“it will lie waste. No one will pass through it forever and ever.”
“having determined appointed seasons”
“allotted them for an inheritance by line”
“behold”
“the portion measured to you from me”
“neither will it be lived in from generation to generation. The Arabian will not pitch a tent there”
“and went: and Joshua charged those who went to describe the land”
“he gave them their land for an inheritance”