Zechariah 8:2

"The word of the LORD of Armies came to me."

Key Reflection

Zechariah 8:2 signals that what follows is a divine message from Yahweh, God of Israel, as evidenced by his title "LORD of Armies." In Zechariah's time, this would have resonated deeply, as it refers to the sovereign commander of all armies, emphasizing his supreme authority and involvement in historical events. The original audience likely understood that this prophecy was part of a larger series of messages addressing the restoration and future glory of Jerusalem and God’s people after the Babylonian exile, promising their return and renewal under His watchful care.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Thus saith the Lord of hosts -Jerome: “At each word and sentence, in which good things, for their greatness, almost incredible are promised, the prophet premises, “Thus saith the Lord of hosts,” as if he would say, Think not that what I pledge you are my own, and refuse me not credence as man. What I unfold are the promises of God.” I was jealous -Literally, “I have been and am jealous for.” . He repeats in words slightly varied, but in the same rhythm, the declaration of tits tender love wherewith He opened the series of visions, thereby assuring beforehand that this was, like that, an answer of peace.

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