Zechariah

Vision

The Book of Zechariah is a book of the Hebrew Bible and the Christian Old Testament. It is a collection of prophecies and teachings attributed to the prophet Zechariah, who lived in the 6th century BCE and served as a prophet to the people of Judah. The Book of Zechariah covers a wide range of subjects, including the rebuilding of the Temple in Jerusalem, the judgment and redemption of God's people, and the coming of the Messiah. The book includes a number of prophecies and teachings about the importance of rebuilding the Temple and the consequences of neglecting this task, as well as visions of the future restoration and prosperity of the kingdom of God. Key figures in the book of Zechariah include Zechariah, as well as the people of Judah, who are the recipients of the prophet's teachings and prophecies. The book also mentions various other individuals, such as the Babylonians, the Persians, and the Messiah, who are the subjects of the prophet's teachings and prophecies. The book also includes a number of references to God and his actions, as well as expressions of trust and reliance on him.

Commentary

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The Book of Zechariah is a book of the Hebrew Bible and the Christian Old Testament. It is a collection of prophecies and teachings attributed to the prophet Zechariah, who lived in the 6th century BCE and served as a prophet to the people of Judah. The Book of Zechariah covers a wide range of subjects, including the rebuilding of the Temple in Jerusalem, the judgment and redemption of God's people, and the coming of the Messiah. The book includes a number of prophecies and teachings about the importance of rebuilding the Temple and the consequences of neglecting this task, as well as visions of the future restoration and prosperity of the kingdom of God. Key figures in the book of Zechariah include Zechariah, as well as the people of Judah, who are the recipients of the prophet's teachings and prophecies. The book also mentions various other individuals, such as the Babylonians, the Persians, and the Messiah, who are the subjects of the prophet's teachings and prophecies. The book also includes a number of references to God and his actions, as well as expressions of trust and reliance on him.

Chapters

A Call to Return to the Lord

A Call to Return to the Lord

Zechariah 1

The Lord calls the people of Judah to return to Him and promises to restore and bless them.

The Coming of the Lord

The Coming of the Lord

Zechariah 2

The Lord promises to return to His people and establish His rule over the whole earth.

A Vision of Joshua the High Priest

A Vision of Joshua the High Priest

Zechariah 3

Zechariah has a vision of Joshua the High Priest, symbolizing the restoration of the people of God and their return to the Lord.

A Vision of the Lampstand and the Olive Trees

A Vision of the Lampstand and the Olive Trees

Zechariah 4

Zechariah has a vision of the lampstand and the two olive trees, symbolizing the work of the Lord and the outpouring of His Spirit.

A Vision of the Flying Scroll

A Vision of the Flying Scroll

Zechariah 5

Zechariah has a vision of a flying scroll, symbolizing the judgment and curse that will come upon those who reject the Lord.

A Vision of the Four Chariots

A Vision of the Four Chariots

Zechariah 6

Zechariah has a vision of four chariots, symbolizing the Lord's power and judgment upon the earth.

A Call to Repentance and Justice

A Call to Repentance and Justice

Zechariah 7

The Lord calls the people of Judah to repent and to practice justice, compassion, and kindness.

The Lord's Promise of Blessing

The Lord's Promise of Blessing

Zechariah 8

The Lord promises to bless His people and to restore Jerusalem as a center of worship and blessing.

A Prophecy of the Coming Messiah

A Prophecy of the Coming Messiah

Zechariah 9

Zechariah prophesies of the coming of the Messiah, the King of Israel, who will save and deliver His people.

A Promise of Rain and Blessing

A Promise of Rain and Blessing

Zechariah 10

The Lord promises to send rain and blessing to His people, and to restore the shepherd and the flock.

A Prophecy of the Good Shepherd

A Prophecy of the Good Shepherd

Zechariah 11

Zechariah prophesies of the rejection and betrayal of the Good Shepherd, the Messiah, by the people of Israel.

A Prophecy of the Coming Siege

A Prophecy of the Coming Siege

Zechariah 12

Zechariah prophesies of the coming siege of Jerusalem, and of the Lord's deliverance and salvation of His people.

A Prophecy of Cleansing and Purification

A Prophecy of Cleansing and Purification

Zechariah 13

Zechariah prophesies of the coming purification and cleansing of the people of God, and of the removal of false prophets and unclean spirits.

The Coming of the Lord

The Coming of the Lord

Zechariah 14

Zechariah prophesies of the coming of the Lord and His victory over the nations, and of the restoration and blessing of Jerusalem and all the earth.