Psalm 85:2referencesIsaiah 43:25
Psalm 85:2 speaks of God forgiving the iniquity of His people, which is echoed in Isaiah 43:25 where God declares He blots out transgressions for His own sake.
Thematic focusForgiveness, Mercy, God's Sovereignty.
Cross-References — Psalms 85
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Psalm 85:6referencesHabakkuk 3:2
Psalm 85:6 asks God to revive His people, similar to Habakkuk 3:2 where the prophet prays for God to revive His work in the midst of the years.
Thematic focusRevival, Renewal, Divine Intervention.
Psalm 85:8referencesIsaiah 57:19
Psalm 85:8 speaks of God speaking peace to His people, which is mirrored in Isaiah 57:19 where God promises peace to those who are far and near.
Thematic focusPeace, God's Promise, Reconciliation.
Psalm 85:10referencesPsalm 89:14
Psalm 85:10 describes mercy and truth meeting together, and righteousness and peace kissing, which is similar to Psalm 89:14 where righteousness and justice are the foundation of God's throne, and mercy and truth go before Him.
Thematic focusRighteousness, Mercy, Divine Attributes.
Psalm 85:12referencesLeviticus 26:4
Psalm 85:12 speaks of the Lord giving what is good and the land yielding its increase, which is reminiscent of Leviticus 26:4 where God promises rain in its season and the land yielding its produce as a blessing for obedience.
Thematic focusBlessing, Provision, Obedience.