Psalm 144:12
That our sons may be as plants grown up in their youth; that our daughters may be as corner stones, polished after the similitude of a palace:
Cross-references
Psalm 127:4 uses a metaphor for children — 'arrows in a warrior's hand' — directly parallel to the plants and pillars imagery here.
Psalm 128:3 uses the same plant imagery for children — 'olive shoots around your table' — directly paralleling 'plants well nurtured' and 'corner pillars'.
Song of Solomon 8:9 uses the same architectural metaphor — a daughter built into a palace, echoing the polished cornerstones.
Lamentations 4:2 contrasts the precious sons now regarded as earthen pots — the opposite of the honored, flourishing children in Psalm 144:12.
Deuteronomy 7:13 promises blessing on the fruit of the womb — directly parallel to the prayer for thriving sons and daughters.
In Amos 8:13, beautiful virgins and young men faint from thirst—a stark contrast to the blessing of thriving daughters, showing judgment reversed the prosperity.