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Zechariah 10:7

Zechariah 10:7 in Multiple Translations

Ephraim will be like a mighty man, and their hearts will be glad as with wine. Their children will see it and be joyful; their hearts will rejoice in the LORD.

And they of Ephraim shall be like a mighty man, and their heart shall rejoice as through wine: yea, their children shall see it, and be glad; their heart shall rejoice in the LORD.

And they of Ephraim shall be like a mighty man, and their heart shall rejoice as through wine; yea, their children shall see it, and rejoice; their heart shall be glad in Jehovah.

And Ephraim will be like a man of war, and their hearts will be glad as with wine; and their children will see it with joy; their hearts will be glad in the Lord.

The people of Ephraim will become like warriors, and they will become so happy—as if they had drunk wine. Their children will see what is happening and will be glad too, joyful in the Lord.

And they of Ephraim shall be as a gyant, and their heart shall reioyce as thorowe wine: yea, their children shall see it, and be glad: and their heart shall reioyce in the Lord.

And Ephraim hath been as a hero, And rejoiced hath their heart as wine, And their sons see, and they have rejoiced, Rejoice doth their heart in Jehovah.

Ephraim will be like a mighty man, and their heart will rejoice as through wine. Yes, their children will see it and rejoice. Their heart will be glad in the LORD.

And they of Ephraim shall be like a mighty man , and their heart shall rejoice as through wine: yes, their children shall see it , and be glad; their heart shall rejoice in the LORD.

And they shall be as the valiant men of Ephraim, and their heart shall rejoice as through wine: and their children shall see, and shall rejoice, and their heart shall be joyful in the Lord.

The people of Israel will be like [SIM] strong soldiers; they will be as happy as people who have drunk a lot of wine. Their children will see their fathers being very happy, and they also will be happy because of what Yahweh has done for them.

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Zechariah 10:7 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB וְ/הָי֤וּ כְ/גִבּוֹר֙ אֶפְרַ֔יִם וְ/שָׂמַ֥ח לִבָּ֖/ם כְּמוֹ יָ֑יִן וּ/בְנֵי/הֶם֙ יִרְא֣וּ וְ/שָׂמֵ֔חוּ יָגֵ֥ל לִבָּ֖/ם בַּ/יהוָֽה
וְ/הָי֤וּ hâyâh H1961 to be Conj | V-Qal-Perf-3cp
כְ/גִבּוֹר֙ gibbôwr H1368 mighty man Prep | Adj
אֶפְרַ֔יִם ʼEphrayim H669 Ephraim N-proper
וְ/שָׂמַ֥ח sâmach H8055 to rejoice Conj | V-Qal-Perf-3ms
לִבָּ֖/ם lêb H3820 heart N-ms | Suff
כְּמוֹ kᵉmôw H3644 like Prep
יָ֑יִן yayin H3196 wine N-ms
וּ/בְנֵי/הֶם֙ bên H1121 son Conj | N-mp | Suff
יִרְא֣וּ râʼâh H7200 Provider V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
וְ/שָׂמֵ֔חוּ sâmach H8055 to rejoice Conj | V-Qal-Perf-3cp
יָגֵ֥ל gîyl H1523 to rejoice V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
לִבָּ֖/ם lêb H3820 heart N-ms | Suff
בַּ/יהוָֽה Yᵉhôvâh H3068 The Lord Prep | N-proper
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וְ/הָי֤וּ hâyâh H1961 "to be" Conj | V-Qal-Perf-3cp
The Hebrew word for to be means to exist or come into being. It is used to describe something that happens or comes to pass, like in Genesis where God creates the world.
Definition: 1) to be, become, come to pass, exist, happen, fall out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) --- 1a1a) to happen, fall out, occur, take place, come about, come to pass 1a1b) to come about, come to pass 1a2) to come into being, become 1a2a) to arise, appear, come 1a2b) to become 1a2b1) to become 1a2b2) to become like 1a2b3) to be instituted, be established 1a3) to be 1a3a) to exist, be in existence 1a3b) to abide, remain, continue (with word of place or time) 1a3c) to stand, lie, be in, be at, be situated (with word of locality) 1a3d) to accompany, be with 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to occur, come to pass, be done, be brought about 1b2) to be done, be finished, be gone
Usage: Occurs in 3131 OT verses. KJV: beacon, [idiom] altogether, be(-come), accomplished, committed, like), break, cause, come (to pass), do, faint, fall, [phrase] follow, happen, [idiom] have, last, pertain, quit (one-) self, require, [idiom] use. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 17:4; Genesis 36:11.
כְ/גִבּוֹר֙ gibbôwr H1368 "mighty man" Prep | Adj
This word describes a strong or mighty man, like a warrior or champion, as seen in 1 Samuel 17:51 where David defeats Goliath. It can also imply a brave or valiant person.
Definition: adj 1) strong, mighty n m 2) strong man, brave man, mighty man
Usage: Occurs in 152 OT verses. KJV: champion, chief, [idiom] excel, giant, man, mighty (man, one), strong (man), valiant man. See also: Genesis 6:4; 2 Chronicles 17:16; Psalms 19:6.
אֶפְרַ֔יִם ʼEphrayim H669 "Ephraim" N-proper
Ephraim means doubly fruitful, referring to Joseph's son and the tribe that descended from him. The tribe of Ephraim was a significant part of Israel's history. Ephraim is also the name of a region in the Bible.
Definition: Ephraim = "double ash-heap: I shall be doubly fruitful" the country of the tribe of Ephraim Also named: Ephraim (Ἐφραίμ "Ephraim" G2187)
Usage: Occurs in 164 OT verses. KJV: Ephraim, Ephraimites. See also: Genesis 41:52; 1 Chronicles 27:20; Psalms 60:9.
וְ/שָׂמַ֥ח sâmach H8055 "to rejoice" Conj | V-Qal-Perf-3ms
This verb means to rejoice or be glad, often used in a religious sense, like when the Israelites rejoiced at the dedication of the temple in 1 Kings 8:66.
Definition: 1) to rejoice, be glad 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to rejoice 1a2) to rejoice (arrogantly), exult (at) 1a3) to rejoice (religiously) 1b) (Piel) to cause to rejoice, gladden, make glad 1c) (Hiphil) to cause to rejoice, gladden, make glad
Usage: Occurs in 148 OT verses. KJV: cheer up, be (make) glad, (have, make) joy(-ful), be (make) merry, (cause to, make to) rejoice, [idiom] very. See also: Exodus 4:14; Psalms 92:5; Psalms 5:12.
לִבָּ֖/ם lêb H3820 "heart" N-ms | Suff
Leb refers to the heart, but also represents feelings, will, and intellect in the Bible. It is used figuratively to describe the center of something, and is often translated as heart or mind. Leb is a complex concept that encompasses emotions and thoughts.
Definition: 1) inner man, mind, will, heart, understanding 1a) inner part, midst 1a1) midst (of things) 1a2) heart (of man) 1a3) soul, heart (of man) 1a4) mind, knowledge, thinking, reflection, memory 1a5) inclination, resolution, determination (of will) 1a6) conscience 1a7) heart (of moral character) 1a8) as seat of appetites 1a9) as seat of emotions and passions 1a10) as seat of courage
Usage: Occurs in 552 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] care for, comfortably, consent, [idiom] considered, courag(-eous), friend(-ly), ((broken-), (hard-), (merry-), (stiff-), (stout-), double) heart(-ed), [idiom] heed, [idiom] I, kindly, midst, mind(-ed), [idiom] regard(-ed), [idiom] themselves, [idiom] unawares, understanding, [idiom] well, willingly, wisdom. See also: Genesis 6:5; 2 Samuel 13:33; Psalms 4:8.
כְּמוֹ kᵉmôw H3644 "like" Prep
This word means like or as, used to compare things. It appears in the Bible to describe similarities or to make comparisons, such as in the book of Psalms.
Definition: adv 1) like, as, the like of which conj 2) when, according as, as it were
Usage: Occurs in 126 OT verses. KJV: according to, (such) as (it were, well as), in comparison of, like (as, to, unto), thus, when, worth. See also: Genesis 19:15; Job 40:17; Psalms 29:6.
יָ֑יִן yayin H3196 "wine" N-ms
The Hebrew word for wine, 'yayin', refers to fermented wine and its effects, including intoxication. It is often mentioned in the Bible in the context of banquets and feasts, such as in the book of Esther.
Definition: wine
Usage: Occurs in 134 OT verses. KJV: banqueting, wine, wine(-bibber). See also: Genesis 9:21; Proverbs 20:1; Psalms 60:5.
וּ/בְנֵי/הֶם֙ bên H1121 "son" Conj | N-mp | Suff
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
יִרְא֣וּ râʼâh H7200 "Provider" V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
The Hebrew word for provider means to see or look after, and is used to describe God's care for his people. It appears in various forms throughout the Bible, including in Genesis and other books.
Definition: (Lord will) Provide, cause to be seen. This name means to see, look at, inspect, look after
Usage: Occurs in 1206 OT verses. KJV: advise self, appear, approve, behold, [idiom] certainly, consider, discern, (make to) enjoy, have experience, gaze, take heed, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] joyfully, lo, look (on, one another, one on another, one upon another, out, up, upon), mark, meet, [idiom] be near, perceive, present, provide, regard, (have) respect, (fore-, cause to, let) see(-r, -m, one another), shew (self), [idiom] sight of others, (e-) spy, stare, [idiom] surely, [idiom] think, view, visions. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 41:41; Exodus 33:13.
וְ/שָׂמֵ֔חוּ sâmach H8055 "to rejoice" Conj | V-Qal-Perf-3cp
This verb means to rejoice or be glad, often used in a religious sense, like when the Israelites rejoiced at the dedication of the temple in 1 Kings 8:66.
Definition: 1) to rejoice, be glad 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to rejoice 1a2) to rejoice (arrogantly), exult (at) 1a3) to rejoice (religiously) 1b) (Piel) to cause to rejoice, gladden, make glad 1c) (Hiphil) to cause to rejoice, gladden, make glad
Usage: Occurs in 148 OT verses. KJV: cheer up, be (make) glad, (have, make) joy(-ful), be (make) merry, (cause to, make to) rejoice, [idiom] very. See also: Exodus 4:14; Psalms 92:5; Psalms 5:12.
יָגֵ֥ל gîyl H1523 "to rejoice" V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
This Hebrew word means to rejoice or be glad, often expressing strong emotions like joy or fear, as seen in the KJV translations.
Definition: 1) to rejoice, exult, be glad 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to rejoice 1a2) to tremble (from fear)
Usage: Occurs in 44 OT verses. KJV: be glad, joy, be joyful, rejoice. See also: 1 Chronicles 16:31; Proverbs 23:25; Psalms 2:11.
לִבָּ֖/ם lêb H3820 "heart" N-ms | Suff
Leb refers to the heart, but also represents feelings, will, and intellect in the Bible. It is used figuratively to describe the center of something, and is often translated as heart or mind. Leb is a complex concept that encompasses emotions and thoughts.
Definition: 1) inner man, mind, will, heart, understanding 1a) inner part, midst 1a1) midst (of things) 1a2) heart (of man) 1a3) soul, heart (of man) 1a4) mind, knowledge, thinking, reflection, memory 1a5) inclination, resolution, determination (of will) 1a6) conscience 1a7) heart (of moral character) 1a8) as seat of appetites 1a9) as seat of emotions and passions 1a10) as seat of courage
Usage: Occurs in 552 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] care for, comfortably, consent, [idiom] considered, courag(-eous), friend(-ly), ((broken-), (hard-), (merry-), (stiff-), (stout-), double) heart(-ed), [idiom] heed, [idiom] I, kindly, midst, mind(-ed), [idiom] regard(-ed), [idiom] themselves, [idiom] unawares, understanding, [idiom] well, willingly, wisdom. See also: Genesis 6:5; 2 Samuel 13:33; Psalms 4:8.
בַּ/יהוָֽה Yᵉhôvâh H3068 "The Lord" Prep | N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.

Study Notes — Zechariah 10:7

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1 Zechariah 9:15 The LORD of Hosts will shield them. They will destroy and conquer with slingstones; they will drink and roar as with wine. And they will be filled like sprinkling bowls, drenched like the corners of the altar.
2 Zechariah 9:17 How lovely they will be, and how beautiful! Grain will make the young men flourish, and new wine, the young women.
3 1 Samuel 2:1 At that time Hannah prayed: “My heart rejoices in the LORD in whom my horn is exalted. My mouth speaks boldly against my enemies, for I rejoice in Your salvation.
4 Genesis 43:34 When the portions were served to them from Joseph’s table, Benjamin’s portion was five times larger than any of the others. So they feasted and drank freely with Joseph.
5 Acts 2:26 Therefore my heart is glad and my tongue rejoices; my body also will dwell in hope,
6 Isaiah 66:14 When you see, you will rejoice, and you will flourish like grass; then the hand of the LORD will be revealed to His servants, but His wrath will be shown to His enemies.
7 Acts 2:13–18 But others mocked them and said, “They are drunk on new wine!” Then Peter stood up with the Eleven, lifted up his voice, and addressed the crowd: “Men of Judea and all who dwell in Jerusalem, let this be known to you, and listen carefully to my words. These men are not drunk, as you suppose. It is only the third hour of the day! No, this is what was spoken by the prophet Joel: ‘In the last days, God says, I will pour out My Spirit on all people. Your sons and daughters will prophesy, your young men will see visions, your old men will dream dreams. Even on My menservants and maidservants I will pour out My Spirit in those days, and they will prophesy.
8 Psalms 28:7 The LORD is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in Him, and I am helped. Therefore my heart rejoices, and I give thanks to Him with my song.
9 Jeremiah 32:39 I will give them one heart and one way, so that they will always fear Me for their own good and for the good of their children after them.
10 Isaiah 38:19 The living, only the living, can thank You, as I do today; fathers will tell their children about Your faithfulness.

Zechariah 10:7 Summary

[Zechariah 10:7 is a beautiful picture of what happens when God's people trust in Him and experience His power and presence in their lives. They become strong and courageous, like mighty men, and their hearts are filled with joy and celebration, as described in Psalm 16:11. This verse reminds us that our joy and strength come from the Lord, and that we can trust in Him to redeem and restore us, just as He promises in Jeremiah 31:12-14. As we reflect on this verse, we can ask ourselves how we can experience this kind of joy and celebration in our own lives, and how we can pass it down to the next generation.]

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean for Ephraim to be like a mighty man in Zechariah 10:7?

This phrase indicates that the tribe of Ephraim, which represents the northern kingdom of Israel, will be strengthened and empowered by God, much like the mighty men of old, as seen in 2 Samuel 23:8-39. This is a testament to God's power and presence in their lives.

How can the hearts of Ephraim be glad as with wine?

This phrase is a metaphor for the joy and celebration that comes from experiencing God's presence and blessings, as described in Psalm 4:7. It's a deep-seated happiness that comes from knowing and trusting in the Lord.

What role do the children play in this verse?

The children in Zechariah 10:7 represent the next generation, who will witness the mighty work of God in their parents' lives and rejoice in the Lord, much like the children in Psalm 78:4-7. This highlights the importance of passing down faith and spiritual heritage to the next generation.

How does this verse relate to the overall theme of Zechariah 10?

Zechariah 10:7 is part of a larger section that describes God's restoration and redemption of His people, as seen in Zechariah 10:6. This verse specifically highlights the joy and celebration that comes from experiencing God's redemption and restoration, as promised in Jeremiah 31:12-14.

Reflection Questions

  1. What are some ways that I can experience the joy and celebration described in Zechariah 10:7 in my own life?
  2. How can I, like the children in this verse, pass down my faith and spiritual heritage to the next generation?
  3. What are some areas in my life where I need to trust in God's power and presence, just like the tribe of Ephraim?
  4. How can I cultivate a deeper sense of joy and rejoicing in the Lord, even in difficult circumstances?
  5. What does it mean for my heart to 'rejoice in the Lord', and how can I make this a daily reality in my life?

Gill's Exposition on Zechariah 10:7

And [they] of Ephraim shall be like a mighty [man],.... What remain, and shall be found of the ten tribes, shall be as is said of Judah, or the Jews of the two tribes, Zechariah 10:5: and their heart

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Zechariah 10:7

And they of Ephraim shall be like a mighty man, and their heart shall rejoice as through wine: yea, their children shall see it, and be glad; their heart shall rejoice in the LORD.

Matthew Poole's Commentary on Zechariah 10:7

Ephraim: see . Shall be like a mighty man, see . Their heart shall rejoice as through wine; which warmeth the blood, cheereth the spirits, and adds life greatly, where a good and joyful success concurreth, as here it doth. Their children shall see it, and be glad; either thus, in the days of your children this shall be; or rather, when the time comes for these things they shall continue through your generations to children that shall be born. Their heart shall rejoice in the Lord; the goodness, power, wisdom, and faithfulness of God shall be the cause of this joy, and many of these people shall indeed rejoice in the Lord, and in the Messiah.

Trapp's Commentary on Zechariah 10:7

Zechariah 10:7 And [they of] Ephraim shall be like a mighty [man], and their heart shall rejoice as through wine: yea, their children shall see [it], and be glad; their heart shall rejoice in the LORD.Ver. 7. And they of Ephraim shall be as a mighty man] The same again, and in the same words, for more assurance; because the return of the ten tribes might seem a thing more incredible, Erant enim quasi putridum cadaver, saith Calvin here: they were as rotten carcases, and they had obiter in passing only heard of these promises; as if some grain of seed should be dropped by the highwayside: for they were now as aliens from the commonwealth of Israel. And their heart shall rejoice as through wine] Which naturally exhilarateth, Psalms 104:15, and is called by Plato one of the mitigators. (μαλακτικα) of human misery. See Proverbs 31:6. Some nations use to drink wine freely before they enter the battle, to make them undaunted. Some think here may be an allusion to such a custom. I should rather understand it of that generous wine of the Spirit, Ephesians 5:18. Yea, their children shall see it] Therefore they were not to antedate the promises, but to wait the accomplishment which should certainly be, if not to them, yet to theirs after them, even a full restoration in due season.

Ellicott's Commentary on Zechariah 10:7

(5-7) The preceding idea is now further dwelt on, and Ephraim not merely implicitly, but explicitly (as in Zechariah 9:13-16) included in the promise as one with Judah (Ezekiel 37:16-17; Ezekiel 37:22). For a fulfilment of the promises contained in this passage, see 1Ma 3:39; 1Ma 4:7; 1Ma 4:31; 1Ma 6:30; 1Ma 6:35; 1Ma 9:4; 1Ma 9:11; 1Ma 10:73; 1Ma 10:77; 1Ma 15:13, &c.

Adam Clarke's Commentary on Zechariah 10:7

Verse 7. Ephraim shall be like a mighty man] This tribe was always distinguished for its valour.

Cambridge Bible on Zechariah 10:7

7. as through wine] Comp. Zechariah 9:15.

Barnes' Notes on Zechariah 10:7

And Ephraim, they shall be like a mighty man - Prophecy, through the rest of the chapter, turns to Ephraim, which had not yet been restored.

Whedon's Commentary on Zechariah 10:7

7. Ephraim, like Judah, is transformed into a nation of heroes, and realizing that once more the divine favor is theirs, they will rejoice greatly.

Sermons on Zechariah 10:7

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Chuck Smith Zechariah 10:7 by Chuck Smith Chuck Smith emphasizes the joy that comes from a deep relationship with God, highlighting that true rejoicing stems from the heart rather than the mind. He explains that while circ
Carter Conlon Overcoming the Power of Spiritual Defeat by Carter Conlon In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the book of Zechariah and specifically looks at the symbolism of four horns mentioned in the text. These horns represent powers that have sc
Art Katz Israel's Chastisement by Art Katz In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that the actions of God in the present times are a demonstration of His power and nature, both in judgment and mercy. The sermon highlights
James Bourne Letter 151. by James Bourne James Bourne reflects on a day filled with fears, attacks, and revelations of iniquity, leading to repentance and a deep encounter with God's beauty and goodness. Despite initial s
Bob Clark Prayer 01 1 sam.2:-Hannah's Song by Bob Clark In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the providential government of God and how He rules over all circumstances of life. The speaker highlights the story of Hannah, who experienc
David Guzik (1 Samuel) Blessed Sons and Wicked Sons by David Guzik In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of Hannah and her dedication of her son Samuel to the Lord. He emphasizes the joy and praise that Hannah expresses in her prayer to
Joshua Daniel Calling on God - Part 6 by Joshua Daniel This sermon emphasizes the importance of having unwavering faith in God, encouraging believers to ask boldly and without limits, trusting in God's unlimited power and provision. It

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