Galatians 3:15

Brethren, I speak after the manner of men; Though it be but a man’s covenant, yet if it be confirmed, no man disannulleth, or addeth thereto.

Cross-reference

In Galatians 3:17, Paul directly applies the human covenant analogy: the law cannot set aside the covenant God made with Abraham.

Hebrews 9:17 Historical context

In Hebrews 9:17, a covenant requires death to take effect—clarifying the testament analogy Paul uses in Galatians.

In Genesis 15:18, God’s covenant with Abram is established—the very covenant Paul argues cannot be altered.

1 Chronicles 16:16 Historical context

In 1 Chronicles 16:16, the covenant with Abraham is recalled—the same covenant Paul says is irrevocable.

Psalm 111:9 Related theme

In Psalm 111:9, God’s covenant is ordained forever—directly supporting Paul’s argument of unchangeability.

Luke 1:72 Related theme

In Luke 1:72, God remembers His holy covenant—the same Abrahamic covenant Paul refers to as irrevocable.

Romans 3:5 Parallel

In Romans 3:5, Paul uses the same rhetorical phrase 'I speak in human terms' to introduce an argument from human practice.

Hebrews 7:18 states the old regulation was set aside — contrasting with Paul's claim that human covenants cannot be altered.

In Genesis 21:27, Abraham makes a human covenant with Abimelek—an example of the human covenants Paul uses.

Romans 6:19 Parallel

Romans 6:19 also uses Paul's 'example from everyday life' phrase, paralleling the rhetorical move in Galatians 3:15.