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Psalms 129:6 Cross-References
Explore 6 cross-references for Psalms 129:6 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Psalms chapter 129 verse 6 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Let them be as the grass upon the housetops, which withereth afore it groweth up:”
Psalms 129:6 (KJV)
Commentary on Psalms 129:6
The judgment continues with agricultural metaphor: 'Let them be as the grass upon the housetops, which withereth afore it groweth up.' The comparison to 'grass upon housetops' describes something that appears to thrive briefly but has no sustaining root. Ancient flat roofs could sprout grass from windblown seeds, but shallow soil meant quick withering. The phrase 'withereth afore it groweth up' emphasizes premature death - before reaching maturity or producing fruit. This pictures enemies' apparent success as temporary and superficial. They may appear strong initially, but lacking deep roots, ...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Psalms 129:6
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“and wither like the green herb.”
“they were dismayed and confounded; they were as the grass of the field”
“they were scorched. Because they had no root”
“and like the green herb”
“and all the evil-doers flourish”
“and makes flesh his arm”