Zechariah 9:17
Zechariah 9:17 in Multiple Translations
How lovely they will be, and how beautiful! Grain will make the young men flourish, and new wine, the young women.
For how great is his goodness, and how great is his beauty! corn shall make the young men cheerful, and new wine the maids.
For how great is his goodness, and how great is his beauty! grain shall make the young men flourish, and new wine the virgins.
For how good it is and how beautiful! grain will make the young men strong and new wine the virgins.
How lovely and beautiful they will be! Young men will grow strong on grain, and young women flourish on the new wine.
For howe great is his goodnesse! and howe great is his beautie! corne shall make the yong men cherefull, and newe wine the maides.
For what His goodness! and what His beauty! Corn the young men, And new wine the virgins — make fruitful!
For how great is his goodness, and how great is his beauty! Grain will make the young men flourish, and new wine the virgins.
For how great is his goodness, and how great is his beauty! corn shall make the young men cheerful, and new wine the maids.
For what is the good thing of him, and what is his beautiful thing, but the corn of the elect, and wine springing forth virgins?
They will be delightful and beautiful. The young men will become strong from eating grain, and the young women will become strong from drinking new wine.
Berean Amplified Bible — Zechariah 9:17
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Zechariah 9:17 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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כִּ֥י
מַה
טּוּב֖/וֹ
וּ/מַה
יָפְי֑/וֹ
דָּגָן֙
בַּֽחוּרִ֔ים
וְ/תִיר֖וֹשׁ
יְנוֹבֵ֥ב
בְּתֻלֽוֹת
כִּ֥י
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
מַה
mâh
H4100
what?
Part
טּוּב֖/וֹ
ṭûwb
H2898
goodness
N-ms | Suff
וּ/מַה
mâh
H4100
what?
Conj | Part
יָפְי֑/וֹ
yŏphîy
H3308
beauty
N-ms | Suff
דָּגָן֙
dâgân
H1715
grain
N-ms
בַּֽחוּרִ֔ים
bâchûwr
H970
youth
N-mp
וְ/תִיר֖וֹשׁ
tîyrôwsh
H8492
new wine
Conj | N-ms
יְנוֹבֵ֥ב
nûwb
H5107
to bear fruit
V-o-Imperf-3ms
בְּתֻלֽוֹת
bᵉthûwlâh
H1330
virgin
N-fp
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Hebrew Word Reference — Zechariah 9:17
כִּ֥י
kîy
H3588
"for"
Conj
A conjunction used to show cause or connection, as in Genesis 2:23 where Adam says the woman is bone of his bone because she was taken out of him. It is often translated as 'for', 'because', or 'since'.
Definition: 1) that, for, because, when, as though, as, because that, but, then, certainly, except, surely, since 1a) that 1a1) yea, indeed 1b) when (of time) 1b1) when, if, though (with a concessive force) 1c) because, since (causal connection) 1d) but (after negative) 1e) that if, for if, indeed if, for though, but if 1f) but rather, but 1g) except that 1h) only, nevertheless 1i) surely 1j) that is 1k) but if 1l) for though 1m) forasmuch as, for therefore
Usage: Occurs in 3910 OT verses. KJV: and, + (forasmuch, inasmuch, where-) as, assured(-ly), + but, certainly, doubtless, + else, even, + except, for, how, (because, in, so, than) that, + nevertheless, now, rightly, seeing, since, surely, then, therefore, + (al-) though, + till, truly, + until, when, whether, while, whom, yea, yet. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 26:16; Genesis 42:15.
מַה
mâh
H4100
"what?"
Part
This Hebrew word means what or how, often used to ask questions or express surprise, like in Genesis when God asks Adam what he has done. It can also mean why or when, and is used in various ways throughout the Old Testament. It appears in many KJV translations, including how or what.
Definition: interr pron 1) what, how, of what kind 1a) (interrogative) 1a1) what? 1a2) of what kind 1a3) what? (rhetorical) 1a4) whatsoever, whatever, what 1b) (adverb) 1b1) how, how now 1b2) why 1b3) how! (exclamation) 1c) (with prep) 1c1) wherein?, whereby?, wherewith?, by what means? 1c2) because of what? 1c3) the like of what? 1c3a) how much?, how many?, how often? 1c3b) for how long? 1c4) for what reason?, why?, to what purpose? 1c5) until when?, how long?, upon what?, wherefore? indef pron 2) anything, aught, what may
Usage: Occurs in 655 OT verses. KJV: how (long, oft, (-soever)), (no-) thing, what (end, good, purpose, thing), whereby(-fore, -in, -to, -with), (for) why. See also: Genesis 2:19; Numbers 21:5; 1 Samuel 19:5.
טּוּב֖/וֹ
ṭûwb
H2898
"goodness"
N-ms | Suff
This Hebrew word describes goodness, beauty, or gladness, emphasizing the positive aspects of something. It is used in various books, including Psalms and Proverbs. This word highlights the best or most excellent qualities of something.
Definition: 1) goods, good things, goodness 1a) good things 1b) goods, property 1c) fairness, beauty, joy, prosperity, goodness (abstract) 1d) goodness (of taste, discernment) 1e) goodness (of God) (abstract)
Usage: Occurs in 31 OT verses. KJV: fair, gladness, good(-ness, thing, -s), joy, go well with. See also: Genesis 24:10; Psalms 27:13; Psalms 25:7.
וּ/מַה
mâh
H4100
"what?"
Conj | Part
This Hebrew word means what or how, often used to ask questions or express surprise, like in Genesis when God asks Adam what he has done. It can also mean why or when, and is used in various ways throughout the Old Testament. It appears in many KJV translations, including how or what.
Definition: interr pron 1) what, how, of what kind 1a) (interrogative) 1a1) what? 1a2) of what kind 1a3) what? (rhetorical) 1a4) whatsoever, whatever, what 1b) (adverb) 1b1) how, how now 1b2) why 1b3) how! (exclamation) 1c) (with prep) 1c1) wherein?, whereby?, wherewith?, by what means? 1c2) because of what? 1c3) the like of what? 1c3a) how much?, how many?, how often? 1c3b) for how long? 1c4) for what reason?, why?, to what purpose? 1c5) until when?, how long?, upon what?, wherefore? indef pron 2) anything, aught, what may
Usage: Occurs in 655 OT verses. KJV: how (long, oft, (-soever)), (no-) thing, what (end, good, purpose, thing), whereby(-fore, -in, -to, -with), (for) why. See also: Genesis 2:19; Numbers 21:5; 1 Samuel 19:5.
יָפְי֑/וֹ
yŏphîy
H3308
"beauty"
N-ms | Suff
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means beauty, describing something pleasing and attractive. In Psalm 27:4, it describes the beauty of God's presence. The word is used to convey a sense of wonder and awe.
Definition: beauty
Usage: Occurs in 19 OT verses. KJV: beauty. See also: Esther 1:11; Ezekiel 16:15; Psalms 45:12.
דָּגָן֙
dâgân
H1715
"grain"
N-ms
Dagan refers to grain or wheat, a staple food in ancient Israel. In Genesis 41:35, Joseph advised Pharaoh to store grain during the good years to prepare for famine, and in Leviticus 23:10, the Israelites were instructed to offer a sheaf of grain as an offering.
Definition: wheat, cereal, grain, corn
Usage: Occurs in 40 OT verses. KJV: corn (floor), wheat. See also: Genesis 27:28; Nehemiah 13:12; Psalms 4:8.
בַּֽחוּרִ֔ים
bâchûwr
H970
"youth"
N-mp
In the Bible, this word refers to a young person, often a chosen or select individual, like a young man in his prime. It appears in various contexts, including descriptions of young soldiers. The term emphasizes the idea of being selected or set apart.
Definition: youth, young man
Usage: Occurs in 45 OT verses. KJV: (choice) young (man), chosen, [idiom] hole. See also: Deuteronomy 32:25; Jeremiah 18:21; Psalms 78:31.
וְ/תִיר֖וֹשׁ
tîyrôwsh
H8492
"new wine"
Conj | N-ms
New wine, freshly squeezed from grapes, is the meaning of this Hebrew word. It can also refer to fermented wine, but that is less common. The KJV translates it as new or sweet wine.
Definition: wine, fresh or new wine, must, freshly pressed wine
Usage: Occurs in 38 OT verses. KJV: (new, sweet) wine. See also: Genesis 27:28; Psalms 4:8; Proverbs 3:10.
יְנוֹבֵ֥ב
nûwb
H5107
"to bear fruit"
V-o-Imperf-3ms
To bear fruit means to produce or flourish, as seen in Psalm 1, where the righteous are like trees that bear fruit. This word is used to describe spiritual growth and prosperity. It represents the positive results of following God's ways.
Definition: 1) to bear fruit 1a) (Qal) to bear fruit 1b) (Pilel) to make to flourish (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: bring forth (fruit), make cheerful, increase. See also: Psalms 62:11; Proverbs 10:31; Psalms 92:15.
בְּתֻלֽוֹת
bᵉthûwlâh
H1330
"virgin"
N-fp
A virgin, or bride, is described by this word, emphasizing her private and untouched state, as seen in the stories of Genesis and Esther.
Definition: virgin
Usage: Occurs in 50 OT verses. KJV: maid, virgin. See also: Genesis 24:16; Isaiah 23:12; Psalms 45:15.
Study Notes — Zechariah 9:17
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- Context
- Cross References
- Zechariah 9:17 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Zechariah 9:17
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Zechariah 9:17
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Zechariah 9:17
- Trapp's Commentary on Zechariah 9:17
- Ellicott's Commentary on Zechariah 9:17
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Zechariah 9:17
- Cambridge Bible on Zechariah 9:17
- Barnes' Notes on Zechariah 9:17
- Whedon's Commentary on Zechariah 9:17
- Sermons on Zechariah 9:17
Context — The LORD Will Save His People
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.
17How lovely they will be, and how beautiful! Grain will make the young men flourish, and new wine, the young women.
Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Isaiah 33:17 | Your eyes will see the King in His beauty and behold a land that stretches afar. |
| 2 | Isaiah 62:8–9 | The LORD has sworn by His right hand and by His mighty arm: “Never again will I give your grain to your enemies for food, nor will foreigners drink the new wine for which you have toiled. For those who harvest grain will eat it and praise the LORD, and those who gather grapes will drink the wine in My holy courts.” |
| 3 | 1 John 4:8–11 | Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love. This is how God’s love was revealed among us: God sent His one and only Son into the world, so that we might live through Him. And love consists in this: not that we loved God, but that He loved us and sent His Son as the atoning sacrifice for our sins. Beloved, if God so loved us, we also ought to love one another. |
| 4 | Psalms 31:19 | How great is Your goodness which You have laid up for those who fear You, which You have bestowed before the sons of men on those who take refuge in You! |
| 5 | Psalms 50:2 | From Zion, perfect in beauty, God shines forth. |
| 6 | Song of Solomon 7:9 | and your mouth like the finest wine. The Bride May it flow smoothly to my beloved, gliding gently over lips and teeth. |
| 7 | Song of Solomon 5:10 | My beloved is dazzling and ruddy, outstanding among ten thousand. |
| 8 | Psalms 45:2 | You are the most handsome of men; grace has anointed your lips, since God has blessed you forever. |
| 9 | Revelation 5:12–14 | In a loud voice they were saying: “Worthy is the Lamb, who was slain, to receive power and riches and wisdom and strength and honor and glory and blessing!” And I heard every creature in heaven and on earth and under the earth and in the sea, and all that is in them, saying: “To Him who sits on the throne and to the Lamb be praise and honor and glory and power forever and ever!” And the four living creatures said, “Amen,” and the elders fell down and worshiped. |
| 10 | Exodus 15:11 | Who among the gods is like You, O LORD? Who is like You—majestic in holiness, revered with praises, performing wonders? |
Zechariah 9:17 Summary
This verse is saying that the young men and women will be happy and beautiful, like a field of grain or a vineyard with new wine. It's a picture of God's blessings and abundance in their lives, and it reminds us that when we follow God, He promises to prosper us and give us hope, as we see in Jeremiah 29:11. Just like the grain and wine need care and nourishment to grow, we need to trust in God and follow His ways to flourish in our spiritual lives. As we do, we can experience the joy and beauty that comes from knowing and loving Him, just like the people in Zechariah 9:16, who sparkle like jewels in His land.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for the young men and women to flourish like grain and new wine?
This verse uses the imagery of grain and new wine to describe the flourishing of the young men and women, symbolizing their spiritual growth and abundance, much like the promise in Psalm 1:3, where the righteous are compared to trees planted by streams of water, yielding their fruit in season.
Is this verse only talking about physical prosperity?
While the verse does mention physical blessings like grain and new wine, in the context of Zechariah 9, it's clear that these blessings are a result of God's spiritual restoration and salvation, as seen in Zechariah 9:16, where God saves His people like a flock, and they sparkle like jewels in His land.
How does this verse relate to the rest of Zechariah 9?
This verse is part of a larger passage that describes God's salvation and restoration of His people, where He shields and saves them, and they are filled with joy and abundance, much like the description in Isaiah 61:10, where the people are filled with joy and praise, clothed with salvation and righteousness.
Can this verse be applied to our lives today?
Yes, as believers, we can apply this verse to our lives by trusting in God's promise to bless and prosper us, not just physically, but spiritually, as we seek to follow Him and live according to His will, as encouraged in Jeremiah 29:11, where God promises to prosper us and give us hope and a future.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that God has blessed and prospered you in your life, and how can you thank Him for those blessings?
- How can you, like the young men and women in this verse, flourish and grow in your spiritual walk with God?
- What does it mean for you to 'sparkle like jewels' in God's land, and how can you reflect His glory and beauty in your life?
- In what ways can you trust God to shield and save you, like He promises in Zechariah 9:15, and how can you live with confidence and joy in His presence?
Gill's Exposition on Zechariah 9:17
For how great [is] his goodness?.... Not of the land of Judea, as Kimchi; nor of the doctrine of the law, as the Targum; nor of the people of the Jews; but of the Messiah: and designs not his
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Zechariah 9:17
For how great is his goodness, and how great is his beauty! corn shall make the young men cheerful, and new wine the maids. For how great is his goodness, and how great is his beauty!
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Zechariah 9:17
For how great is his goodness! infinite goodness is the fountain of all that good done for this people; the prophet admires it, and suggests what is fit to be done by those that come and view those stones set up for trophies. How great is his beauty! how wonderful the beauty of Divine Providence in all the great effects of it in Israel’ s deliverance and salvation! Corn shall make the young men cheerful; plentiful harvests shall make the young men cheerful in sowing, reaping, labouring in harvest work, as well as in eating the knits thereof. And new wine the maids; such plenty of wine, that all, young and old, shall be cheered with it. And now these are the sweet fruits of temporal salvation, but the fruits of spiritual, shadowed out by these, are much more glorious, refreshing, and worth our praise and wonder.
Trapp's Commentary on Zechariah 9:17
Zechariah 9:17 For how great [is] his goodness, and how great [is] his beauty! corn shall make the young men cheerful, and new wine the maids.Ver. 17. For how great is his goodness] He shuts up all with this sweet epiphonema or exclamation, admiring the singular goodness of God to his people in all the former particulars; and yet promising them abundance of outward necessaries, even to an honest affluence; they should have store of corn and wine; so much as should make them succulent and vigorous, full of sap and good humours, provided, that first they content not themselves with the natural use of the creature, but taste how good the Lord is, and next, that they put this promise into suit by their prayers, as Zechariah 10:1.
Ellicott's Commentary on Zechariah 9:17
(17) Goodness.—Better, goodliness (Hosea 10:11). His means Israel’s. (Comp. Numbers 24:5.) Make . . . cheerful.—Better, make to grow numerously. For the idea, comp. Psalms 72:16, and see also Zechariah 8:5; and for the fulfilment, the reference there to Maccabees.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Zechariah 9:17
Verse 17. How great is his goodness] In himself and towards them. And how great is his beauty!] His comeliness, holiness, and purity, put in and upon them. Corn shall make the young men cheerful] They shall be gladdened and strengthened by plenty of food; and they shall speak aloud of God's mercies in their harvest home. And new wine the maids.] Who shall prepare the wine from an abundant vintage.
Cambridge Bible on Zechariah 9:17
17. his goodness … his beauty] i.e. either Israel’s (their prosperity, R. V. margin), as thus delivered and honoured by God (comp. Hosea 14:6), or God’s, the exclamation being drawn from the prophet by the consideration of the great things he had been commissioned to make known. “The goodness and the beauty are the goodness and beauty of God, whose great doings had been his theme before.” Pusey, who quotes Osirius: “The prophet, borne out of himself by the consideration of the Divine goodness, stands amazed while he contemplates the beauty and Deity of Christ: he bursts out with unwonted admiration! How great is His goodness, who to guard His flock shall come down on earth to lay down His life for the salvation of His sheep! How great His beauty, who is the brightness of the glory and the Image of the Father, and comprises in His Godhead the measure of all order and beauty!”
Barnes' Notes on Zechariah 9:17
For how great is His goodness - For it is unutterable! As the Psalmist said, “O Lord, our Lord, how excellent is Thy Name in all the earth!” Psalms 8:1, and Jacob, “How awful is this place!” Genesis
Whedon's Commentary on Zechariah 9:17
Deliverance and exaltation of the exiled Jews, 11-17.The advent of the Messianic king will be followed by a restoration of the Jews still in exile, and their exaltation to highest glory.In Zechariah
Sermons on Zechariah 9:17
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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Christ Is All by Bill McLeod | In this sermon, the speaker shares a powerful story about two young men who argued about who would see Jesus first before being shot by communists. The leader of the communist grou |
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Esther 5 by William MacDonald | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the book of Esther and highlights the hand of God in shaping the events of history for the benefit of His people. The speaker emphasizes tha |
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From Famine to Feasting by Bob Phillips | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of discernment and preparation for the coming judgment. He references Isaiah 33:17, which speaks of seeing the king in his be |
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(The Word for Today) Isaiah 31:9 - Part 2 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, Pastor Chuck Smith discusses the blessings and prosperity that come from living a righteous life. He emphasizes the importance of sowing seeds in well-watered areas |