The workman molds an image, The goldsmith overspreads it with gold, And the silversmith casts silver chains.
Isaiah 40:19
Surrounding context
40:18 To whom then will you liken God? Or what likeness will you compare to Him?
40:19 The workman molds an image, The goldsmith overspreads it with gold, And the silversmith casts silver chains.
40:20 Whoever is too impoverished for such a contribution Chooses a tree that will not rot; He seeks for himself a skillful workman To prepare a carved image that will not totter.