Zechariah 11:7 two staves; Zechariah 11:8 Three shepherds one month; Zechariah 11:10 cut it asunder; Zechariah 11:12 thirty pieces of silver 1. Found insideThe book of Zechariah confirms again and again that the Lord will strengthen his people, save them and restore them because he has compassion on them (10:6) ... place shall not be found for them—that is, there shall not be room enough for them through their numbers (Isa 49:20; 54:3). Found insideB. The OT Context of Zech. 9:9. Zechariah 9:9, “the prophet's vision of peace under the rule of a new David in Jerusalem” (R. L. Smith 1984: 255), ... God's love for you does not alter from one day to another. (1) The enemies (10:2-3a). There are exegetical commentaries, scholarly and technical commentaries, as well as commentaries that are easy to understand. Browse Sermons on Zechariah 4:10. Christ's family upon earth shall never be extinct, nor his purchased possession lost for want of heirs. "I will bring them again also out of the land of Egypt, and gather them out of Assyria; and I will bring them into the land of Gilead and Lebanon; and place shall not be found for them.". All the land: Zec 4:6,7 Isa 40:3,4 Lu 3:4-6 Egypt is introduced as a type of the land of bondage, on account of its having been the land where Israel lived in the olden time under the oppression of the heathen world; and Ashur (Assyria) is introduced in the same way.[21]. 8 I will hiss for them, and gather them; for I have redeemed them: and they shall increase as they have increased. Adam Clarke Commentary. Found inside – Page 219So also in the prophecy of Zechariah ( Zech . 10 : 10 , 11 ) . The drying up of the Euphrates , on which Babylon was situated , may therefore signify the ... 10:12 implies YHWH and another person ("he"), I believe that these verses are Messianic. Found inside – Page 612... it is the snorting itself which is described as hôḏ.61 Zechariah 10:3 ... a variety of earlier biblical resources (see details below in commentary). . May you be strengthened by His Spirit in your inner man. You know you can change your mind quite often, and people do; your heart is changed very rarely. Found insideRestoration from Assyria is also mentioned in Zechariah 10:10-11. C. The Lord's case against Israel concluded (11:12-14:9) A hortatory and didactic tone ... Eventually there would be no more room because so many blessed Israelites would live there (cf. Your whole life is changed when your heart is given to God. Zechariah 10:1-12. By means of a vision, Zechariah was shown the high priest (literally, “great priest”) Joshua or Jeshua (Jesus [LXX]) “standing before the face of the angel of YHWH.”. . I rejoice in the glorious hope through Jesus Christ, though yet, I grieve and I sorrow because I'm going to miss Sue so very much. The Jews are said to be dispersed into every nation under heaven (Acts 2:5); and, as it was their troubles that dispersed some of them, so perhaps others transplanted themselves into colonies because the land of Israel was too strait for them; and many were natives of other nations, but proselyted to the Jewish religion. I will gather them, for I have redeemed them. The LORD Will Care for Judah - Ask the LORD for rain in the springtime; it is the LORD who sends the thunderstorms. When I see her again, I'm gonna be in great shape in that new body! Zechariah 10:1 "Ask ye of Jehovah rain in the time of the latter rain, even of Jehovah that maketh lightnings; and he will give them showers of rain, to every one grass in the field." You see, God's love isn't a variable. And I will strengthen the house of Judah, and will save the house of Joseph, and will bring them again to the place; for I have mercy upon them: and they shall be as though I had not cast them off: for I am the LORD their God, and will hear them ( Zechariah 10:1-6 ). https://www.insight.org/resources/bible/the-minor-prophets/zechariah Found inside – Page 4402:23 III : 369 Zech . 2:13 III : 371 Zech . 3 : 1 II : 630 , III : 376 , 379 Zech . 3 : 1-2 I : 82 , 323 , II : 244 , 385 , III : 312 Zech . The glorious restoration when God returns again the land to the people completely. (Zec 10:1) The blessed nature of the Messiah's reign. Zechariah tells them to stop such practices and trust in God alone (10:1-2).God is angry with Israel’s leaders, who have no concern for the people they rule. Therefore the people wander like sheep oppressed for lack of a shepherd. He espouses their cause, takes their part, is on their side; and, if he be for them, who can be against them? 1 Ask the LORD for rain in the spring season, a. the LORD who brings storm clouds, and heavy rains, b. who gives to everyone grain in the fields. One who loved nature, and you find a person who has a deep love for nature, you find a person with a deep love for God, for God's creation. He would bring the Israelites back into the fruitful Promised Land, into Gilead with its rich pastures east of the Jordan River and Lebanon with its mighty forests west of the Jordan. What good use they shall make of this strength given unto them: They shall walk up and down in his name. The second group. He confirms the same prediction — that though the Jews were like broken pieces, they were yet to entertain hope of their return and future restoration, since God was able to gather them from the remotest parts whenever he stretched forth his hand. Because the character of God is constant. Aren't you thankful? p. 96), “the West, Assyria, Egypt,” the three then known divisions of the world, Europe, Asia, Africa (see at Hosea 11:11, vol. What we see today is not really the fulfillment here of this portion of Zechariah. 28:36-39; 39:28,31). Now you can enjoy an "Ads Free" version of the site for as little as 10¢ a day. I will bring them again also out of the land of Egypt, and gather them out of Assyria; and I will bring them into the land of Gilead and Lebanon; and. View Zechariah 10 Commentaries for Zechariah Chapter 10 Blessings to be sought from the Lord. How they are thus enabled and invigorated for their duty: I the Lord will strengthen them in the Lord, in the Messiah, who is Jehovah our strength, as well as Jehovah our righteousness. 43:2, The Pulpit Commentary, Zechariah, vol. Found inside – Page 477ZECHARIAH . 12. x . 8 ; xliv . 13 . XII . 8. xxxi . 22 . 10. lix . 10 , 13 . XIII . 2. xvi . 5 . 6. cix . 4 . 7. xxxviii . 8 ; lxix . 27 ; cxlii . The LORD will make flashing clouds; He will give them showers of rain, grass in the field for everyone. … Babylon, which was first subject to Nineveh, then subjected it, was at a later period known to Greek writers (who probably had their information from Persian sources) as part of Assyria . Zechariah 10:1 "Ask ye of Jehovah rain in the time of the latter rain, even of Jehovah that maketh lightnings; and he will give them showers of rain, to every one grass in the field." So we sorrow because we've lost a dear friend, but in the same token I rejoice in the Lord that God has prepared a place for His children, that God has prepared a kingdom, and that we are all children of the King. May you just bask in that love this week. If you continue browsing the site, you agree to the use of cookies on this website. The mind of man deals more in the shallow areas of a person's life. The reference to the crossing of the Red Sea in the next verse, an event typical of the Christian's baptism into Christ, makes it sure that the passage is not focused upon fleshly Israel at all, but upon Christ and his kingdom. IV. This list of commentaries is intended to help the reader understand and apply the author’s message in the book of Zechariah. Daniel 11:30). If God strengthen us, we must bestir ourselves, must walk up and down in all the duties of the Christian life, must be active and busy in the work of God, must walk up and down as industrious men do, losing no time, and letting slip no opportunity. Found inside – Page 25of Zechariah by Joash , 2 Ch . 24 : 21.ji lish his word by an oath , Ge . 22:16 . Ex . 17 : 2 Ti . 1:16 . of Zechariah king of Israel by Shallum , 2 K. 16. The people of God had been brought through the sea of affliction, no doubt. Found insideIntercession (See Prayer) Jesus Christ Deuteronomy 18:15; Psalms 2:1-6; 110:1-7; Isaiah 9:6-7; 11:1-11 40:9-11; 42:1-4; 52:13-15; 53:1-12; Zechariah 9:9; ... Found inside – Page 1113With these words, Zechariah anticipates a renewal of God's covenant with His people (Jer, 31:31–34). 8:9 The foundation of the second temple was laid in 536 ... This is all a part of that Kingdom Age. When we resolutely resist, and so overcome, our spiritual enemies, then our hearts shall rejoice. To us to live must be Christ; and, whatever we do in word or deed, we must do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, that we receive not the strengthening grace of God in vain. It is said in Isaiah, “Secede from me,” not that the faithful, when God shall increase his Church, will molest one another, or desire to drive away their brethren; but by this mode of speaking Isaiah means that the Church will be filled with such number of men that they will press on one another. How come they to be so able, so active? Yea, their children shall see it and be glad; and they shall live with their children, and turn again,Zechariah 10:9; Zechariah 10:9. Note, The church of Christ is a growing body, as long as it is in the present state of minority, till it comes to the measure of the stature of the fulness of Christ. Moreover, as Cocceius observes, Egypt may signify Rome, or the Romish jurisdiction, which is spiritually called Egypt and Sodom, Revelation 11:8 for darkness, idolatry, tyranny, and cruelty; and out of which the Jews, as many of them as are there, will be brought at the time of their conversion: and gather them out of Assyria; which may design the Turkish or Persian dominions, or both, as the above commentator suggests; from whence the Jews, as many as are in those parts, will be brought into their own land, as follows; see Isaiah 11:11: and I will bring them into the land of Gilead and Lebanon; Gilead was a land of pasture, and signifies "a heap of testimonies"; and may mystically intend the Scriptures, which testify of Christ, and direct to green pastures, beside the still waters: and Lebanon, that goodly mountain, and hill of frankincense, and where cedars grew, may design the church, whither the converted Jews will be brought, and worship before it, Revelation 3:9 or both may literally be understood, which they shall return unto; Gilead being, as Kimchi observes, beyond Jordan eastward; and Lebanon, comprehending the whole land of Israel, on this side of it: and [place] shall not be found for them; they will be so numerous; see Isaiah 49:20 the Targum is, "and I will bring them to the land of Gilead and the sanctuary, and it shall not be sufficient for them;''. In Jesus' name. Strength is treasured up for us in Christ, and from him it is communicated to us. This is a second interpretation of the first five verses, but not a different one. Thus when God sowed them among the people, that they might not get hurt by the Gentiles, but do good to them, he took care that they should remember him, and make mention of his name in far countries; and, by keeping up the knowledge of God among them as he had revealed himself in the Old Testament, they would be the more ready to admit the knowledge of Christ as he has revealed himself in the New Testament. This was a token of their being perfectly restored to all their other ancient privileges--they shall be restored to the possession of their own land. JB and RSV translations) In my opinion, because Zech. "they will look onto Me concerning whom they have pierced and they will mourn for him". of "The Lebanon . Such favour does God show to returning repenting sinners, who were by nature at a distance, and children of wrath; such fellowship are they admitted into, and such freedom does he use with them, that they are as though they had never been cast off. Insuperable difficulties seemed to be in the way of it. But, by a divine power going along with the doctrine of Christ, it became mighty to the pulling down of strong holds, and the conversion and salvation of thousands. Found inside – Page 325... in order to dwell there , and Ashur did them violence in the end . " in a manner entirely similar . The two most remarkable 579. ] 325 ZECHARIAH 10. 10:12; Isa. And I will sow them among the people: and they shall remember me in the far countries; and they shall live with their children, and turn again. Now, God saw it fit to take her by cancer, and why, I don't know. And all the deeps of the river (all the rivers, though ever so deep) shall dry up, as Jordan did, to make way for Israel's passage into that good land which God had given them. The idols speak deceitfully, diviners see visions that lie; they tell dreams that are false, they give comfort in vain. Zechariah 10 Commentary. Those who ask for it—sincerely—will get the rain that God promises. idols--literally, "the teraphim," the household gods, consulted in divination (see on JF & B for Ho 3:4). Next week, Dr. Wilder Smith. They shall greatly multiply, and the church, that new world, shall be replenished (Zechariah 10:8; Zechariah 10:8): They shall increase as they have increased formerly in Egypt, and great additions shall be made to their numbers, as in the days of David and Solomon. My heart rejoices; I know Sue's with the Lord. [1] Ask ye of the LORD rain in the time of the latter rain; so the LORD shall make bright clouds, and give them showers of rain, to every one grass in the field. 11:14) refers to the rain that comes in late spring and is essential for an abundant grain harvest" (note on Zechariah 10:1 Zechariah 10:1 Ask you of the LORD rain in the time of the latter rain; so the LORD shall make bright clouds, and give them showers of rain, to every one grass in the field. It follows —. The first verses are linked on and are a continuation of the promises contained (in verses 7-11), of the ninth chapter. Zechariah 10:1 "Ask ye of the LORD rain in the time of the latter rain; [so] the LORD shall make bright clouds, and give them showers of rain, to every one grass in the field." According to the views of some rabbis, two Messiahs would make their appearance: Messiah ben Joseph who would be slain in battle, followed by Messiah ben David who reigns as the … God wants your heart tonight. "Egypt... Assyria ..." These words here are used typically of the slavery and captivity of sin. Zechariah 10:1 Ask ye of the LORD rain in the time of the latter rain; so the LORD shall make bright clouds, and give them showers of rain, to every one grass in the field. Find Top Church Sermons, Illustrations, and Preaching Slides on Zechariah 4:10. &c.] The Targum paraphrases it. And thus we are engaged to the utmost diligence in using the strength God gives us; and yet, when all is done, God must have the glory of all. ., 8:95.]. that is, to hold them. We've loved Sue McCurty and her husband Ken. Those whom Christ redeemed by his blood, God will gather by his grace. Found inside – Page 4871 , 2 ; best explains ( as the antithesis between “ I ” and “ yourZechariah 10 , 10. ) 20. children after other- selves " shows , though Lowri translates ... Found inside – Page 418... the period of estrangement continues until the people seek “David their king.” See also Isaiah 11:11; Micah 5:2 – 6; Zechariah 10:10, where Assyria ... Found inside – Page 380The appearance of Greece ( 9:13 ; lit. , 9 : 1-14 : 21 TWO BURDENS " Javan " ) has led many scholars to date this section of Zechariah at a much later time ... You'll find them extremely interesting. A verse by verse commentary on Zechariah 10 dealing with the Lord's promise to strengthen the house of Judah and save the house of Joseph. . Found insideR5920:6 Zechariah 9:13 Judah...Ephraim -- Not mentioned as antagonistic or rival kingdoms, but as unitedly sharing divine favors. R2124:5 Zechariah 9:14 ... Found inside – Page 27734 of Ezekiel, with possible contributions from Ezek 36 and 37, not to mention Zech 11 and 13.249 The motif of the wicked shepherds, who abandon the sheep ... "And I will gather them for I have redeemed them: and they shall increase as they have increased." See Psalms 80:17; Psalms 80:18. But whence have they all this might? I'll hiss for them. Benson Commentary Zechariah 10:8-10. The Septuagint render it, "and not one of them shall be left": all Israel shall now be converted and saved, though their number will be as the sand of the sea, Hosea 1:10. So they get right up in your face, they go, "hiss," you know. They shall have such a full assurance of God's being reconciled to them, and upon that shall be so well reconciled to themselves, that they shall be as easy as if they had never been cast off; and their condition, after their restoration to the divine favour, shall be so very happy that there shall not remain the least scar from the wounds which were given them by their being cast off. I will hiss for them, and gather them; for I have redeemed them: and they shall increase as they have increased ( Zechariah 10:7-8 ). It shall spread to distant places. Joseph--that is, the ten tribes. it is YHWH (cf. 51:20-23). So also now Zechariah says, that the number of people will be so great, that the place will be hardly large enough for so vast a multitude. "Their heart shall rejoice in the Lord. In our verse too this combination may be intended to demonstrate the future power and glory of the Messianic kingdom of Israel." 2. suggesting there would be a likeness between the one and the other. III. He would not have heard them or answered their prayers if they were idolaters. All the land of promise is theirs, even Gilead, the utmost border of it eastward, and Lebanon, the utmost border northward. In Judah only God had been known, and his name was great in Israel only; here only he revealed his statutes and judgments. He said, "Behold, I'm the Lord God, I change not." Zechariah 7:9-10 -- On True Judgment. An excellent exegetical commentary It shall fill Canaan, even to the lands of Gilead and Lebanon, so that no more place, no more room, shall be found for it there, Zechariah 10:10; Zechariah 10:10. 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