Book of zechariah chapter 8

Zechariah chapter 8 verse by verse bible commentary. Jerusalem will be called the faithful city, and the mountain of the lord of hosts, the holy mountain. This book contains the prophecies attributed to the prophet zechariah, and is a part of the book of the twelve minor prophets. Verse 8 in truth and in righteousness this signifies both gods part, and their part. Zechariah 1 8 new international version niv a call to return to the lord. We remember in another prophetic book, that god left the temple just before the.

The book of zechariah recalls the nations past history, for the purpose of presenting a solemn warning to the present generation. This refers to israels national conversion, spoken of in 12. These are all of the chapters of the book of zechariah. No hire no profit by the labour of man or beast, no sowing or planting. But were only going to be able to study the first part of this response in verses 1 8 today.

And all of them contain some message of hope for gods previously forgotten but now remembered people. The book of zechariah teaches that salvation may be obtained by all. Again the word of the lord of hosts came to me, saying, 2. Zechariah 8 commentary matthew henry commentary on the.

Zechariah 8 visions verses 1 8 lets turn to zechariah 8 in our bibles the 8 th chapter of the book of zechariah is where we find the third response of the lord to a question that the jews asked earlier in chapter 7. Apr 09, 2011 most modern scholars believe the book of zechariah was written by at least two different people. In that respect, its possible to think of the book of zechariah as a kind of miniature book of isaiah. The critics have not to criticize much in the first part of the book chap. The book of hosea consists of fourteen chapters, which was the record for a minor prophet until zechariah tied it a couple centuries later. Rebuilding the temple2and then these messages from godoftheangelarmies. Zechariah 8 is the eighth of the total 14 chapters in the book of zechariah in the hebrew bible or the old testament of the christian bible.

Zechariah 8 bible commentary matthew henry concise. In chapter 8, ann rises early and collects greens to make a salad with. I was jealous for zion with great jealousy, and i was jealous for her with great fury. Because of the abrupt change in style in chapters 9 to 14 from chapters 1 to 8, some have proposed a second zechariah theory. David guzik commentary on zechariah 8, where god promises to restore israel, proclaiming that feasting is more appropriate than fasting.

The prophet zechariah wrote chapters 1 8 approximately 520518 b. Its theme is to set forth the program of god, which is also the theme of the book of revelation. Like the book of revelation, zechariah is a book of prophecy. The book of zechariah is narrative history, prophetic and apocalyptic in genre. I am intensely jealous for zion, stirred to jealous wrath for her. Zechariah chapter 8, jerusalem the city of god truthnet. Zechariah 8 commentary james burton coffman commentaries on. Some scholars argue that this collection originally consisted of three independent and anonymous prophecies, two of which were subsequently appended to the book of zechariah as what they refer to as deutero zechariah, with the third becoming the book of malachi. First, chapters 1 8, ascribed to zechariah himself and full of evidence for their authenticity. Zechariah 8 is the eighth chapter of the book of zechariah in the hebrew bible or the old testament of the christian bible. Then jerusalem will be called the faithful city, and the mountain of the lord almighty will be called the holy mountain.

Only chapters 1 8 contain the prophecies of zechariah. The lord promises to bless jerusalem the word of the lord almighty came to me. Second, chapters 914, which are not ascribed to zechariah, and deal with conditions different from those upon which he worked. A chapter by chapter study of the old testament book of zechariah. The book of zechariah chapters 8 14 19 questions by pdbroom last updated.

Zechariah 8 visions verses 18 lets turn to zechariah 8 in our bibles. Zechariah 9, zechariah 12, and malachi 1 are all introduced as the word of elohim. Book of zechariah, the 11th of 12 old testament books that bear the names of the minor prophets, collected in the jewish canon in one book, the twelve. Chapters 18 and 914 of zechariah are considered by most scholars today to be two separate prophetic books. Its the central focus of chapters 7 and 8, which is why theyre combined as one lesson. Jesus will come, according to zechariah, as savior, judge, and ultimately, as the righteous king ruling his people from jerusalem 14. God will take away her sins, and then no other enemies shall hurt her. He was given a burning in his heart, by god, to move the jewish people from their comfortableness to hard work. The burden of the word of the lord in the land of hadrach, and damascus shall be the rest thereof. This is supported by zechariah s interest in the temple and the priesthood, and from iddos preaching in the books of chronicles. In those days it shall come to pass, that ten men shall take hold out of all languages of the nations, even shall take hold of the skirt of him that is a jew, saying, we will go with you. Zechariah 8, english standard version 2016 esv the bible app. I have returned to zion, and i will dwell within jerusalem. The work of ministers is rightly to divide the word of truth and to give every one his portion.

Zechariah chapter 8 explained discover the 66 books of. Zechariah 8 commentary commentary critical and explanatory on. He wrote it, its inspired which means god breathed. Recorded at the bible lessons international studio. The first portion has, again, a sevenfold, the second, a threefold. An o verview of the key events and bible people found in zechariah together with the famous bible stories and brief summary of the book of zechariah from the bible. Zechariah 1 8, sometimes referred to as first zechariah. Verse 10 before these days for eighteen years together.

Zechariah probably wrote the undated part of his book chap. It is a postexilic book, meaning it was written after post the return from captivity exile in babylon. The chief purpose of zechariah and haggai was to rebuke the people of judah and to encourage and motivate them to complete the rebuilding of the temple zec 4. Bob utley, retired professor of hermeneutics bible interpretation. Turning a curse into a blessing daily portion 10324 glorious times to come daily portion 10317. The book of zechariah has been called the apocalypse of the old testament. Chapter 7 can be described as gods negative reaction to how the israelites were acting. So the prophet is here instructed to do, in the further answer he gives to the case of conscience proposed about continuing the public fasts. The visions of zechariah chapters 1 8 and the prophecies of the lord chapters 914.

Zechariah bible book with full chapters king james version. Zechariah 8 commentary commentary critical and explanatory. This chapter contains a continuation of the subject in the seventh chapter. The chapter falls into two portions, each marked by the words, the word of the lord of hosts came or came unto me, the first zechariah 8. Except for the apocalyptic sections the eight night visions, its basic language and style are simple and direct. The 8th chapter of the book of zechariah is where we find the third response of the lord to a question that the jews asked earlier in chapter 7. Book of zechariah overview insight for living ministries. To the lord god, his people are collectively his sons beloved bride revelation 19. Zechariah 8 kjv again the word of the lord of hosts bible. Zechariah chapters 78 john karmelich ill start with. The occasion is the same as that of the book of haggai see background.

Israel, the northern country consisting of ten tribes, and judah, the remaining two tribes in the south. Clicking on a chapter will show you the text of that chapter of zechariah. Bible teaching from the book of zechariah chapter 8. Lamentations 15 the bible from 30,000 feet skip heitzig flight jla01 duration. The prophecy of zechariah is noted for its rich use of visions, pictures, and symbols. Zechariah gave us more of the story, and showed how god is interested in lives of his people, not only buildings. Zechariah pictures christ in both his first coming zechariah 9. So, in chapter 1 and verse 8 and running through to the end of zechariah chapter 6, the prophet relates to us 9 visions. Zechariah 8 niv the lord promises to bless jerusalem. Then the word of the lord of hosts came, saying, thus says the lord of hosts, i am exceedingly jealous for zion, yes, with great wrath i am jealous for her.

He then is likely to have been killed by his own compatriots see 3. Hag 12, though both prophets were clearly interested in spiritual renewal as well. After urging them to obedience by the fate of their fathers, he urges them to it by promises of. Four other brief sections of zechariah s response occur in this chapter, beginning with zechariah 8. Next chapter of zechariah the book of zechariah, chapter 8 we hope that you find the content of the book of zechariah, chapter 8 from the douay rheims version of the catholic bible helpful to your bible studies and for references which allow you to read the books and individual verses of this chapter. Zechariah 8 niv the lord promises to bless jerusalem bible. Zechariah is also one of the most devotional of the prophetic books, dwelling more completely on the person and work of christ than any other of the prophetic writings. The book of zechariah, consisting of fourteen chapters, falls clearly into two divisions. Zechariah 8, english standard version 2016 esv the. Such an extreme view is not necessary because the difference in subject matter is ample reason to account for the difference in style. After urging them to obedience by the fate of their fathers, he urges them to it by promises of coming prosperity.

Zechariah 914, often called second zechariah, contains within the text no datable references to specific events or individuals but most scholars will. I am jealous for zion with great jealousy, and i am jealous for her with great wrath. The difference is that in zechariah israel is in the foreground and the gentile nations in the background, while in the book. Zechariah, chapter 8 united states conference of catholic bishops. The visions show that the lord remembers his promises and his love for his people. Zechariah 1 8, sometimes referred to as first zechariah, was written in the sixth century bce. Zechariah 8, new international version niv the bible app. The book of zechariah 1 8 the book of zechariah, consisting of fourteen chapters, falls clearly into two divisions. Zechariah 18 niv a call to return to the lord in the. This study guide consists of approximately 22 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis, themes, and more everything you need to sharpen your knowledge of z for zachariah. Most modern scholars believe the book of zechariah was written by at least two different people.