Zechariah 9:14
Zechariah 9:14 in Multiple Translations
Then the LORD will appear over them, and His arrow will go forth like lightning. The Lord GOD will sound the ram’s horn and advance in the whirlwinds of the south.
And the LORD shall be seen over them, and his arrow shall go forth as the lightning: and the Lord GOD shall blow the trumpet, and shall go with whirlwinds of the south.
And Jehovah shall be seen over them; and his arrow shall go forth as the lightning; and the Lord Jehovah will blow the trumpet, and will go with whirlwinds of the south.
And the Lord will be seen over them, and his arrow will go out like the thunder-flame: and the Lord God, sounding the war-horn, will go in the storm-winds of the South.
Then the Lord will appear over his people and his arrow will flash like lightning! The Lord God will blow the trumpet and march out like a windstorm from the south.
And the Lord shalbe seene ouer them, and his arrowe shall go forth as the lightning: and the Lord God shall blowe the trumpet, and shall come forth with the whirlewindes of the South.
And Jehovah doth appear for them, And gone forth as lightning hath His arrow, And the Lord Jehovah with a trumpet bloweth, And He hath gone with whirlwinds of the south.
The LORD will be seen over them. His arrow will flash like lightning. The Lord GOD will blow the trumpet, and will go with whirlwinds of the south.
And the LORD shall be seen over them, and his arrow shall go forth as the lightning: and the Lord GOD will blow the trumpet, and will go with whirlwinds of the south.
And the Lord God shall be seen over them, and his dart shall go forth as lightning: and the Lord God will sound the trumpet, and go in the whirlwind of the south.
Some day Yahweh will appear in the sky above his people, and the arrows that he shoots will be like [SIM] lightning. Yahweh our Lord will blow his trumpet, and he will march fiercely like [MET] the storms from the south.
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Study Notes — Zechariah 9:14
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- Cross References
- Zechariah 9:14 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Zechariah 9:14
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Zechariah 9:14
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Zechariah 9:14
- Trapp's Commentary on Zechariah 9:14
- Ellicott's Commentary on Zechariah 9:14
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Zechariah 9:14
- Cambridge Bible on Zechariah 9:14
- Barnes' Notes on Zechariah 9:14
- Whedon's Commentary on Zechariah 9:14
- Sermons on Zechariah 9:14
Context — The LORD Will Save His People
14Then the LORD will appear over them, and His arrow will go forth like lightning. The Lord GOD will sound the ram’s horn and advance in the whirlwinds of the south.
15The 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. 16On that day the LORD their God will save them as the flock of His people; for like jewels in a crown they will sparkle over His land.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 18:14 | He shot His arrows and scattered the foes; He hurled lightning and routed them. |
| 2 | Isaiah 66:15 | For behold, the LORD will come with fire— His chariots are like a whirlwind— to execute His anger with fury and His rebuke with flames of fire. |
| 3 | Psalms 144:5–6 | Part Your heavens, O LORD, and come down; touch the mountains, that they may smoke. Flash forth Your lightning and scatter them; shoot Your arrows and rout them. |
| 4 | Isaiah 21:1 | This is the burden against the Desert by the Sea: Like whirlwinds sweeping through the Negev, an invader comes from the desert, from a land of terror. |
| 5 | Zechariah 14:3 | Then the LORD will go out to fight against those nations, as He fights in the day of battle. |
| 6 | Isaiah 27:13 | And in that day a great ram’s horn will sound, and those who were perishing in Assyria will come forth with those who were exiles in Egypt. And they will worship the LORD on the holy mountain in Jerusalem. |
| 7 | Zechariah 2:5 | For I will be a wall of fire around it, declares the LORD, and I will be the glory within it.’” |
| 8 | Habakkuk 3:11 | Sun and moon stood still in their places at the flash of Your flying arrows, at the brightness of Your shining spear. |
| 9 | Isaiah 30:30 | And the LORD will cause His majestic voice to be heard and His mighty arm to be revealed, striking in angry wrath with a flame of consuming fire, and with cloudburst, storm, and hailstones. |
| 10 | Revelation 6:2 | So I looked and saw a white horse, and its rider held a bow. And he was given a crown, and he rode out to overcome and conquer. |
Zechariah 9:14 Summary
[Zechariah 9:14 tells us that the Lord will appear over His people and bring swift and powerful deliverance, like an arrow shot forth in the blink of an eye, or lightning that illuminates the sky (as in Matthew 24:27). This verse reminds us that God is a mighty warrior who fights on behalf of those who trust in Him, sounding a call to battle with the ram's horn and advancing against the forces of darkness, much like in Judges 7:20 where Gideon's army defeats the Midianites with the sound of trumpets and the cry of 'The sword of the Lord and of Gideon!' Just as the Lord shields and empowers His people in Zechariah 9:15, we can trust that He will do the same for us, making us strong in the face of adversity and filling us with joy and praise, as seen in Psalm 28:7 where David says, 'The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in Him, and He helps me.']
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for the Lord to appear over them in Zechariah 9:14?
In Zechariah 9:14, the Lord's appearance signifies His mighty presence and intervention on behalf of His people, much like in Exodus 34:5 where the Lord descended in a cloud and proclaimed His name to Moses.
How does the image of the Lord's arrow going forth like lightning relate to His power?
The comparison of the Lord's arrow to lightning in Zechariah 9:14 emphasizes the swiftness and unstoppable nature of God's judgment and deliverance, echoing the powerful imagery found in Psalms 18:14 where the Lord's voice is likened to thunder and lightning.
What is the significance of the Lord sounding the ram's horn and advancing in the whirlwinds of the south?
The ram's horn, or shofar, is a symbol of God's mighty voice and call to battle, while the whirlwinds of the south may represent the turbulent and chaotic situations from which God delivers His people, much like in Psalm 83:15 where God is asked to pursue and terrify His enemies with His tempest.
How does this verse fit into the broader context of Zechariah's prophecy?
Zechariah 9:14 is part of a larger section that foretells the restoration of Israel and God's victorious intervention on their behalf, setting the stage for the ultimate triumph of God over all nations, as hinted at in Zechariah 14:9 where the Lord is said to be King over all the earth.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I need the Lord to appear and intervene, and how can I prepare my heart for His mighty presence?
- In what ways can I, like the sons of Zion, be made like the sword of a mighty man, ready to stand against spiritual enemies and fulfill my calling in Christ?
- How does the image of God's arrow going forth like lightning challenge my understanding of God's power and my trust in His deliverance?
- What are the whirlwinds of the south in my life, and how can I trust God to advance in them and bring me to a place of safety and victory?
Gill's Exposition on Zechariah 9:14
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Zechariah 9:14
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Zechariah 9:14
Trapp's Commentary on Zechariah 9:14
Ellicott's Commentary on Zechariah 9:14
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Zechariah 9:14
Cambridge Bible on Zechariah 9:14
Barnes' Notes on Zechariah 9:14
Whedon's Commentary on Zechariah 9:14
Sermons on Zechariah 9:14
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Exposition on Psalm 19 by St. Augustine | St. Augustine preaches on the glory of God revealed through the heavens and the works of His hands, as well as the proclamation of His Word day and night. He emphasizes the univers |
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The Day of the Lord by Thaddeus Barnum | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the unimaginable sacrifice that Jesus made for humanity by taking on the justice that was due to us. He quotes John 5:24, which states that |
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Of the Conflagration of the Universe. by John Gill | John Gill preaches on the universal conflagration of the universe, emphasizing the literal interpretation of biblical prophecies regarding the end times, particularly the burning o |
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Moved by the Holy Ghost 1991 by Leonard Ravenhill | This sermon reflects on encounters with remarkable women of faith throughout the speaker's life, from Catherine Booth to a modern-day anointed woman living in simplicity and devoti |
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(Through the Bible) Isaiah 21-25 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the current state of the United States and the world, highlighting the military buildup by Russia and the impending superwar. The preacher em |
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The Place of Israel in God's Purposes - Part 1 by Derek Prince | This sermon by Derek Prince focuses on the unique position of Israel in God's purposes, highlighting the historical and prophetic significance of the Jewish people. Derek emphasize |
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Letter 188. by James Bourne | James Bourne reflects on the inevitability of afflictions in life, sharing personal struggles with fear, bodily afflictions, and the constant battle against Satan's deceptions. Des |







