Zechariah 6:9
Zechariah 6:9 in Multiple Translations
The word of the LORD also came to me, saying,
¶ And the word of the LORD came unto me, saying,
And the word of Jehovah came unto me, saying,
And the word of the Lord came to me, saying,
Then the Lord gave me another message:
And the worde of the Lord came vnto me, saying,
And there is a word of Jehovah unto me, saying,
The LORD’s word came to me, saying,
And the word of the LORD came to me, saying,
And the word of the Lord came to me, saying:
Then Yahweh gave me another message.
Berean Amplified Bible — Zechariah 6:9
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Zechariah 6:9 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יְהִ֥י
דְבַר
יְהוָ֖ה
אֵלַ֥/י
לֵ/אמֹֽר
וַ/יְהִ֥י
hâyâh
H1961
to be
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
דְבַר
dâbâr
H1697
Chronicles
N-ms
יְהוָ֖ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
אֵלַ֥/י
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep | Suff
לֵ/אמֹֽר
ʼâmar
H559
to say
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
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Hebrew Word Reference — Zechariah 6:9
וַ/יְהִ֥י
hâyâh
H1961
"to be"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
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.
דְבַר
dâbâr
H1697
"Chronicles"
N-ms
A word or thing, like a matter or affair, as seen in the book of Chronicles where it refers to the events and words of kings. It can also mean a cause or reason for something.
Definition: This name means word, speaking
Usage: Occurs in 1290 OT verses. KJV: act, advice, affair, answer, [idiom] any such (thing), because of, book, business, care, case, cause, certain rate, [phrase] chronicles, commandment, [idiom] commune(-ication), [phrase] concern(-ing), [phrase] confer, counsel, [phrase] dearth, decree, deed, [idiom] disease, due, duty, effect, [phrase] eloquent, errand, (evil favoured-) ness, [phrase] glory, [phrase] harm, hurt, [phrase] iniquity, [phrase] judgment, language, [phrase] lying, manner, matter, message, (no) thing, oracle, [idiom] ought, [idiom] parts, [phrase] pertaining, [phrase] please, portion, [phrase] power, promise, provision, purpose, question, rate, reason, report, request, [idiom] (as hast) said, sake, saying, sentence, [phrase] sign, [phrase] so, some (uncleanness), somewhat to say, [phrase] song, speech, [idiom] spoken, talk, task, [phrase] that, [idiom] there done, thing (concerning), thought, [phrase] thus, tidings, what(-soever), [phrase] wherewith, which, word, work. See also: Genesis 11:1; Exodus 23:8; Deuteronomy 18:21.
יְהוָ֖ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
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.
אֵלַ֥/י
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Prep | Suff
This Hebrew word means 'to' or 'toward', showing direction or movement. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, to indicate where someone is going. The KJV translates it in various ways, like 'about', 'according to', or 'against'.
Definition: 1) to, toward, unto (of motion) 2) into (limit is actually entered) 2a) in among 3) toward (of direction, not necessarily physical motion) 4) against (motion or direction of a hostile character) 5) in addition to, to 6) concerning, in regard to, in reference to, on account of 7) according to (rule or standard) 8) at, by, against (of one's presence) 9) in between, in within, to within, unto (idea of motion to)
Usage: Occurs in 4205 OT verses. KJV: about, according to, after, against, among, as for, at, because(-fore, -side), both...and, by, concerning, for, from, [idiom] hath, in(-to), near, (out) of, over, through, to(-ward), under, unto, upon, whether, with(-in). See also: Genesis 1:9; Genesis 21:14; Genesis 31:13.
לֵ/אמֹֽר
ʼâmar
H559
"to say"
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
This Hebrew word means to say or speak, and it's used in many different ways in the Bible. It can mean to command, promise, or think, and it's translated in the KJV as 'answer', 'appoint', or 'command'.
Definition: 1) to say, speak, utter 1a) (Qal) to say, to answer, to say in one's heart, to think, to command, to promise, to intend 1b) (Niphal) to be told, to be said, to be called 1c) (Hithpael) to boast, to act proudly 1d) (Hiphil) to avow, to avouch Aramaic equivalent: a.mar (אֲמַר "to say" H0560)
Usage: Occurs in 4337 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, avouch, bid, boast self, call, certify, challenge, charge, [phrase] (at the, give) command(-ment), commune, consider, declare, demand, [idiom] desire, determine, [idiom] expressly, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] intend, name, [idiom] plainly, promise, publish, report, require, say, speak (against, of), [idiom] still, [idiom] suppose, talk, tell, term, [idiom] that is, [idiom] think, use (speech), utter, [idiom] verily, [idiom] yet. See also: Genesis 1:3; Genesis 18:23; Genesis 25:32.
Study Notes — Zechariah 6:9
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- Zechariah 6:9 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Zechariah 6:9
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Zechariah 6:9
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Zechariah 6:9
- Trapp's Commentary on Zechariah 6:9
- Cambridge Bible on Zechariah 6:9
- Barnes' Notes on Zechariah 6:9
- Whedon's Commentary on Zechariah 6:9
- Sermons on Zechariah 6:9
Context — The Crown and the Temple
7As the strong horses went out, they were eager to go and patrol the earth; and the LORD said, “Go and patrol the earth.” So they patrolled the earth.
8Then the LORD summoned me and said, “Behold, those going to the land of the north have given rest to My Spirit in the land of the north.”
9The word of the LORD also came to me, saying,
10“Take an offering from the exiles—from Heldai, Tobijah, and Jedaiah, who have arrived from Babylon—and go that same day to the house of Josiah son of Zephaniah. 11Take silver and gold, make an ornate crown, and set it on the head of the high priest, Joshua son of Jehozadak.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Zechariah 8:1 | Again the word of the LORD of Hosts came to me, saying: |
| 2 | Zechariah 7:1 | In the fourth year of King Darius, the word of the LORD came to Zechariah on the fourth day of the ninth month, the month of Chislev. |
| 3 | Zechariah 1:1 | In the eighth month of the second year of Darius, the word of the LORD came to the prophet Zechariah son of Berechiah, the son of Iddo, saying: |
Zechariah 6:9 Summary
Zechariah 6:9 tells us that God spoke to the prophet Zechariah, giving him a new message to share with the people. This shows us that God wants to communicate with us and guide us in our lives. Just like Zechariah, we can hear from God by reading the Bible (2 Timothy 3:16-17) and listening to the Holy Spirit (John 16:13). As we tune our hearts to God's voice, we can receive His guidance and direction for our lives, just as Zechariah did in this verse.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the phrase 'The word of the LORD also came to me' in Zechariah 6:9?
This phrase indicates that the prophet Zechariah is receiving a direct revelation from God, similar to what is seen in other prophetic books such as Ezekiel 1:3 and Jeremiah 1:4, emphasizing the divine origin of the message.
How does this verse relate to the previous verses in Zechariah 6?
Zechariah 6:9 serves as a transition, shifting the focus from the vision of the horses patrolling the earth in Zechariah 6:7-8 to a new set of instructions, highlighting God's ongoing communication with His prophet.
What can we learn about God's communication style from this verse?
This verse shows that God communicates directly with His prophets, as seen in Zechariah 6:9 and Isaiah 6:8, demonstrating His desire to guide and instruct His people through chosen messengers.
How does this verse apply to our lives today?
Just as Zechariah received the word of the Lord, we can also hear from God through His Word, the Bible, and the Holy Spirit, as promised in John 16:13 and 2 Timothy 3:16-17, guiding us in our daily lives.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can be more attentive to God's voice in my life, just like Zechariah was in Zechariah 6:9?
- How do I respond when I feel God is speaking to me, whether through Scripture or other means?
- What are some areas in my life where I need to hear a fresh word from God, and how can I position myself to receive it?
- In what ways can I be a messenger of God's Word to others, just like Zechariah was to the people of Israel?
Gill's Exposition on Zechariah 6:9
And the word of the Lord came unto me, saying.] Either "the word of prophecy from the Lord", as the Targum paraphrases it; the visions being ended, the prophetic part of the book begins; and many
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Zechariah 6:9
And the word of the LORD came unto me, saying, No JFB commentary on this verse.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Zechariah 6:9
And: it appears not that this next thing hath any necessary connexion to that which the prophet last saw. The word; the direction or command for the prophet to do something out of hand. And: it appears not that this next thing hath any necessary connexion to that which the prophet last saw. The word; the direction or command for the prophet to do something out of hand.
Trapp's Commentary on Zechariah 6:9
Zechariah 6:9 And the word of the LORD came unto me, saying,Ver. 9. And the word of the Lord came unto me, saying]. This second part of the chapter is not a vision, but a sermon, or a historical prediction of what was really to be done. For as God’ s Spirit was quieted, and, as it were, comforted, by the angels’ faithful execution of their offices; so he seeks, by this prophecy, to quiet and comfort the spirits of his people the Jews, that were returned out of Babylon. For these finding themselves beset with enemies and exigencies, might possibly despair of ever seeing the accomplishment of those promises and prophecies of the kingdom restored to the house of David, and of the great glory of the second temple above the first. To keep up their hearts, therefore, is this declaration made them of the kingdom and priesthood of Christ, under the typical coronation of Joshua the high priest.
Cambridge Bible on Zechariah 6:9
9. came unto me] There is no note of time. It may well have been shortly after the night on which Zechariah saw the visions, or the day on which he told them to the people.
Barnes' Notes on Zechariah 6:9
And the word of the Lord came to me - The visions being closed, Zechariah marks the change by adopting the usual formula, with which the prophets authenticated, that they spake not of themselves, but by the Spirit of God.
Whedon's Commentary on Zechariah 6:9
THE OF JOSHUA, THE HIGH PRIEST, 9-15.The series of symbolical visions is followed by a command to perform a symbolical act, which is so closely connected with the preceding visions that it seems best
Sermons on Zechariah 6:9
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Mid South Conference 1978-12 Zechariah's Visions by Bob Clark | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of God's preparation conduct in relation to the imminent return of Jesus Christ. The sermon emphasizes the need for believers to |
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Through the Bible - Zechariah by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the preacher discusses various visions and messages from the Lord. He emphasizes the importance of true fasting and worship that is focused on pleasing God rather t |
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From Babylon to Jerusalem - (Zechariah) ch.5:5 - 8:13 by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the four spirits of heaven mentioned in Revelation 7. These spirits are sent forth by God to execute tasks of judgment. The preacher emphasiz |
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Studies in Zechariah 09 Zechariah 10: by John W. Bramhall | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the false shepherds who have misled God's people and brought upon them the anger of God. However, amidst the judgment, there is a promise that |
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From Babylon to Jerusalem - (Zechariah) ch.1 & 2 by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the book of Zechariah and highlights the importance of understanding God's sovereignty and His commitment to building His church. The preach |
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And the Word of the Lord Came by Carter Conlon | This sermon emphasizes the importance of hearing and obeying the Word of the Lord, highlighting the need to believe in God's supernatural power and be open to His leading. It urges |
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Mid South Conference 1978-07 Zechariah's Visions by Bob Clark | In this sermon, Zechariah chapter 1, verses 1 to 6, the preacher introduces the book of Zechariah and its general theme. Zechariah preached for three months, overlapping with the m |