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Isaiah 36:5 Cross-References
Explore 7 cross-references for Isaiah 36:5 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Isaiah chapter 36 verse 5 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“I say, sayest thou, (but they are but vain words) I have counsel and strength for war: now on whom dost thou trust, that thou rebellest against me? vain: Heb. a word of lips I have: or, but counsel and strength are for the war”
Isaiah 36:5 (KJV)
Commentary on Isaiah 36:5
Rabshakeh's taunt "I say, thy counsel and strength for war are but vain words" attacks the foundation of Hezekiah's trust. The Assyrian accurately identifies that military preparedness requires both strategy ("counsel") and power ("strength"). His claim that Judah possesses neither is designed to demoralize. However, he fundamentally misunderstands the source of Judah's confidence—not military might but divine protection. This reveals the world's inability to comprehend faith-based confidence.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Isaiah 36:5
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“and didn't serve him.”
“and Tobiah the servant”
“that they might give him horses and much people. Shall he prosper? shall he escape who does such things? shall he break the covenant”
“and Jehoiakim became his servant three years: then he turned and rebelled against him.”
“until he had cast them out from his presence. Zedekiah rebelled against the king of Babylon.”
“A wise man is strong; yea”
“There is no wisdom nor understanding nor counsel against the LORD.”