Zechariah 8:1
Zechariah 8:1 in Multiple Translations
Again the word of the LORD of Hosts came to me, saying:
Again the word of the LORD of hosts came to me, saying,
And the word of Jehovah of hosts came to me, saying,
And the word of the Lord of armies came to me, saying,
Then the Lord Almighty sent another message to me.
Againe the worde of the Lord of hostes came to me, saying,
And there is a word of Jehovah of Hosts, saying:
The word of the LORD of Armies came to me.
Again the word of the LORD of hosts came to me , saying,
And the word of the Lord of hosts came to me, saying:
Yahweh gave me another message. He said,
Berean Amplified Bible — Zechariah 8:1
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Zechariah 8:1 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יְהִ֛י
דְּבַר
יְהוָ֥ה
צְבָא֖וֹת
לֵ/אמֹֽר
וַ/יְהִ֛י
hâyâh
H1961
to be
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
דְּבַר
dâbâr
H1697
Chronicles
N-ms
יְהוָ֥ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
צְבָא֖וֹת
tsâbâʼ
H6635
army
N-cp
לֵ/אמֹֽר
ʼâmar
H559
to say
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Hebrew Word Reference — Zechariah 8:1
וַ/יְהִ֛י
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.
דְּבַר
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.
יְהוָ֥ה
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.
צְבָא֖וֹת
tsâbâʼ
H6635
"army"
N-cp
This Hebrew word means a large group of people or things, often referring to an army or a campaign, and is also used to describe the Lord's hosts. It appears in the Bible as a name for God, emphasizing His power and authority. In the KJV, it's translated as 'host' or 'army'.
Definition: : army 1) that which goes forth, army, war, warfare, host 1a) army, host 1a1) host (of organised army) 1a2) host (of angels) 1a3) of sun, moon, and stars 1a4) of whole creation 1b) war, warfare, service, go out to war 1c) service
Usage: Occurs in 463 OT verses. KJV: appointed time, ([phrase]) army, ([phrase]) battle, company, host, service, soldiers, waiting upon, war(-fare). See also: Genesis 2:1; 1 Samuel 17:55; Psalms 24:10.
לֵ/אמֹֽר
ʼâmar
H559
"to say"
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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 8:1
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- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Zechariah 8:1
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Zechariah 8:1
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Zechariah 8:1
- Trapp's Commentary on Zechariah 8:1
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Zechariah 8:1
- Cambridge Bible on Zechariah 8:1
- Barnes' Notes on Zechariah 8:1
- Whedon's Commentary on Zechariah 8:1
Context — The Restoration of Jerusalem
1Again the word of the LORD of Hosts came to me, saying:
2This is what the LORD of Hosts says: “I am jealous for Zion with great zeal; I am jealous for her with great fervor.” 3This is what the LORD says: “I will return to Zion and dwell in Jerusalem. Then Jerusalem will be called the City of Truth, and the mountain of the LORD of Hosts will be called the Holy Mountain.”Zechariah 8:1 Summary
[This verse tells us that God spoke to Zechariah again, giving him a message to share with His people. God is referred to as the LORD of Hosts, which means He is all-powerful and in control of everything (Psalm 24:10). This message is important because it shows that God is still speaking to His people, just like He did in the past (Hebrews 1:1-2). By listening to God's word, we can learn more about His love and plan for us, and we can be encouraged to trust in His power and authority.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean that the word of the LORD of Hosts came to Zechariah?
This phrase indicates that Zechariah received a direct revelation from God, similar to other prophets in the Bible, such as Isaiah and Jeremiah (Isaiah 1:1, Jeremiah 1:4).
Why is God referred to as the LORD of Hosts?
The title 'LORD of Hosts' emphasizes God's power and authority over all creation, including the armies of heaven and the nations of the earth (Psalm 24:10, Isaiah 6:3).
What is the significance of the phrase 'Again the word of the LORD'?
This phrase suggests that Zechariah had previously received a word from the Lord, and now he is receiving another message, emphasizing God's ongoing communication with His people (Zechariah 7:1, Amos 3:7).
How does this verse relate to the overall message of Zechariah?
This verse introduces a new section of Zechariah's prophecy, which focuses on God's restoration of Jerusalem and His people, emphasizing His zeal and love for them (Zechariah 8:2-3, Ezekiel 36:22-23).
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that God speaks to us today, and how can we be more attentive to His voice?
- How does the fact that God is the LORD of Hosts impact our understanding of His power and authority in our lives?
- What are some areas of our lives where we need to hear 'again' from the Lord, and how can we prepare our hearts to receive His message?
- In what ways can we, like Zechariah, be vessels for God's message to others, and what responsibilities come with this role?
Gill's Exposition on Zechariah 8:1
Again the word of the Lord of hosts came [to me] saying. The phrase, "to me", is wanting in the Hebrew text; and is the only place it is wanting in, as the Masora observes; though undoubtedly it is
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Zechariah 8:1
Again the word of the LORD of hosts came to me, saying, After urging them to obedience by the fate of their fathers, he urges them to it by promises of coming prosperity.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Zechariah 8:1
CHAPTER 8 The restoration of Jerusalem, . The people are encouraged to build the temple by a promise of God’ s blessing, . Truth and justice required of them, ,17. Joy and enlargement of the church promised, . Again, or And, Heb.; as the word of reproof in the former chapter, so the word of consolation in this chapter, was from God. The Lord of hosts: hereby God assureth the Jews that what he promiseth he can perform, and therefore in this chapter, where so many things, so great, are promised, this name is very many times repeated, viz. eighteen.
Trapp's Commentary on Zechariah 8:1
Zechariah 8:1 Again the word of the LORD of hosts came [to me], saying,Ver. 1. Again the word of the Lord of hosts] As for reprehension in the former chapter, so for consolation in this; that they might not be discouraged, or say, as once they did, There is no hope; but lifting up the hands which hung down, and the feeble knees, they might go on to lay the last stone with joy. To which end also no less then eighteen different times in this one chapter God is styled the Lord of hosts; that, resting upon God’ s power and goodness (whereof they are assured by many precious promises), as upon the Jachin and Boaz, the two main pillars of a Christian’ s faith, they might have strong consolation. Came to me]
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Zechariah 8:1
CHAPTER VIII In this chapter God promises the continuance of his favour to those who are returned from the captivity; so that upon the removal of his judgments, the fasts they had observed during the captivity may now be converted to so many occasions of rejoicing. He likewise promises in due time a general restoration of his people, and the enlargement of the Church by the accession of the Gentiles, 1-20. The conclusion of the chapter intimates farther that the Jews, after their restoration, will be instrumental in converting many other nations, 21-23. Compare Romans 11:15-16. NOTES ON CHAP. VIII
Cambridge Bible on Zechariah 8:1
Chap. Zechariah 8:1-17. The Answer. Third Section 1. Again] Rather, And. See Zechariah 7:8, note.
Barnes' Notes on Zechariah 8:1
Dionysius: “After the Lord had, in the preceding chapter, manifoldly rebuked the Jewish people, He now comforts it with renewed promises, as a good physician, who after a bitter draught employs sweet
Whedon's Commentary on Zechariah 8:1
Imminence of the day of redemption, Zechariah 8:1-8.The introductory formula of Zec 8:1, does not mark the beginning of a new discourse; it introduces only a new line of thought in the prophecy which begins in Zechariah 7:4.