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Nahum 2:3 Cross-References
Explore 8 cross-references for Nahum 2:3 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Nahum chapter 2 verse 3 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“The shield of his mighty men is made red, the valiant men are in scarlet: the chariots shall be with flaming torches in the day of his preparation, and the fir trees shall be terribly shaken. in scarlet: or, dyed scarlet flaming: or, fiery”
Nahum 2:3 (KJV)
Commentary on Nahum 2:3
Nahum's vision of Nineveh's attackers is vivid and terrifying: 'The shield of his mighty men is made red, the valiant men are in scarlet' (magen gibborav me'adam anshei chayil metullai'im). Shields painted or covered in red leather, warriors clothed in scarlet—either literal military attire or imagery of bloodshed—create a picture of overwhelming force. 'The chariots shall be with flaming torches' (barishei esh harekev) depicts either literal torches attached to chariots (to terrify defenders) or the gleam of metal in sunlight appearing like fire. The cedar spears 'shall be terribly shaken' (h...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Nahum 2:3
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“the images of the Chaldeans portrayed with vermilion”
“with dyed garments from Bozrah? this who is glorious in his clothing”
“fir tree”
“a red horse. To him who sat on it was given power to take peace from the earth”
“In the first chariot were red horses; and in the second chariot black horses;”
“the fir trees rejoice with you”
“a great red dragon”