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Isaiah 43:4 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Isaiah 43:4 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Isaiah chapter 43 verse 4 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Since thou wast precious in my sight, thou hast been honourable, and I have loved thee: therefore will I give men for thee, and people for thy life. life: or, person”
Isaiah 43:4 (KJV)
Commentary on Isaiah 43:4
Since thou wast precious in my sight, thou hast been honourable, and I have loved thee. This verse articulates the Reformed doctrine of unconditional election with breathtaking clarity. The Hebrew yaqar (precious, valuable) indicates intrinsic worth assigned by the valuer, not earned merit. God's estimation precedes Israel's existence or performance - election springs from divine love, not human worthiness.The term kabad (honourable, weighty) connects to glory-weight in Hebrew thought. God glorifies His chosen by association with His own honor. The perfect tense "I have loved thee" (ahavticha)...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Isaiah 43:4
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“above all peoples who are on the face of the earth.”
“a royal priesthood”
“[saying]”
“I give of the synagogue of Satan”
“and you in me”
“And I will make of thee a great nation”
“For the LORD's portion is his people; Jacob is the lot of his inheritance.”
“because you have loved me”
“if you will indeed obey my voice”