Zephaniah 3:12
Zephaniah 3:12 in Multiple Translations
But I will leave within you a meek and humble people, and they will trust in the name of the LORD.
I will also leave in the midst of thee an afflicted and poor people, and they shall trust in the name of the LORD.
But I will leave in the midst of thee an afflicted and poor people, and they shall take refuge in the name of Jehovah.
But I will still have among you a quiet and poor people, and they will put their faith in the name of the Lord.
I will leave among you those who are meek and humble, those who trust in the name of the Lord.
Then will I leaue in the middes of thee an humble and poore people: and they shall trust in the Name of the Lord.
And I have left in thy midst a people humble and poor, And they have trusted in the name of Jehovah.
But I will leave among you an afflicted and poor people, and they will take refuge in the LORD’s name.
I will also leave in the midst of thee an afflicted and poor people, and they shall trust in the name of the LORD.
And I will leave in the midst of thee a poor and needy people: and they shall hope in the name of the Lord.
Those who are still alive in Israel will be poor and humble; they will be people who trust in me [MTY].
Berean Amplified Bible — Zephaniah 3:12
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Zephaniah 3:12 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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HEB
וְ/הִשְׁאַרְתִּ֣י
בְ/קִרְבֵּ֔/ךְ
עַ֥ם
עָנִ֖י
וָ/דָ֑ל
וְ/חָס֖וּ
בְּ/שֵׁ֥ם
יְהוָֽה
וְ/הִשְׁאַרְתִּ֣י
shâʼar
H7604
to remain
Conj | V-Hiphil-1cs
בְ/קִרְבֵּ֔/ךְ
qereb
H7130
entrails
Prep | N-ms | Suff
עַ֥ם
ʻam
H5971
Amaw
N-ms
עָנִ֖י
ʻânîy
H6041
afflicted
Adj
וָ/דָ֑ל
dal
H1800
poor
Conj | Adj
וְ/חָס֖וּ
châçâh
H2620
to seek refuge
Conj | V-Qal-3cp
בְּ/שֵׁ֥ם
shêm
H8034
name
Prep | N-ms
יְהוָֽה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
Hebrew Word Study
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Hebrew Word Reference — Zephaniah 3:12
וְ/הִשְׁאַרְתִּ֣י
shâʼar
H7604
"to remain"
Conj | V-Hiphil-1cs
To remain or be left over, as in Joshua 10:20. It can also mean to spare or reserve something, like God sparing Noah in Genesis 7:23. This word is used to describe the remnant of Israel.
Definition: 1) to remain, be left over, be left behind 1a) (Qal) to remain 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be left over, be left alive, survive 1b1a) remainder, remnant (participle) 1b2) to be left behind 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to leave over, spare 1c2) to leave or keep over 1c3) to have left 1c4) to leave (as a gift)
Usage: Occurs in 123 OT verses. KJV: leave, (be) left, let, remain, remnant, reserve, the rest. See also: Genesis 7:23; 1 Kings 22:47; Isaiah 4:3.
בְ/קִרְבֵּ֔/ךְ
qereb
H7130
"entrails"
Prep | N-ms | Suff
This Hebrew word means the inner part or midst of something, whether physical or emotional, and can refer to the entrails of an animal or the seat of thought and emotion. In 1 Kings 17:21, it describes Elijah's emotional plea to God.
Definition: : among/within 1) midst, among, inner part, middle 1a) inward part 1a1) physical sense 1a2) as seat of thought and emotion 1a3) as faculty of thought and emotion 1b) in the midst, among, from among (of a number of persons) 1c) entrails (of sacrificial animals) Also means: qe.rev (קֶ֫רֶב ": inner_parts" H7130H)
Usage: Occurs in 220 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] among, [idiom] before, bowels, [idiom] unto charge, [phrase] eat (up), [idiom] heart, [idiom] him, [idiom] in, inward ([idiom] -ly, part, -s, thought), midst, [phrase] out of, purtenance, [idiom] therein, [idiom] through, [idiom] within self. See also: Genesis 18:12; Joshua 7:12; Psalms 5:10.
עַ֥ם
ʻam
H5971
"Amaw"
N-ms
A people or nation is what this Hebrew word represents, like the nation of Israel in Exodus 33:13. It can also mean a tribe, troops, or attendants, and is used to describe a group of people gathered together. The word is often used to refer to the people of God.
Definition: This name means nation, people
Usage: Occurs in 1655 OT verses. KJV: folk, men, nation, people. See also: Genesis 11:6; Exodus 16:4; Leviticus 17:9.
עָנִ֖י
ʻânîy
H6041
"afflicted"
Adj
This word describes someone who is depressed, humble, or weak, often due to difficult circumstances, as described in the Psalms and other biblical books.
Definition: 1) poor, afflicted, humble, wretched 1a) poor, needy 1b) poor and weak 1c) poor, weak, afflicted, wretched 1d) humble, lowly
Usage: Occurs in 77 OT verses. KJV: afflicted, humble, lowly, needy, poor. See also: Exodus 22:24; Psalms 88:16; Psalms 9:13.
וָ/דָ֑ל
dal
H1800
"poor"
Conj | Adj
The Hebrew word for someone who is poor or weak, often describing those in need of help or assistance. In the book of Proverbs, it warns against oppressing the poor, and in Psalm 35:10, it describes the needy and the poor. The word is also used in Isaiah 41:17.
Definition: low, poor, weak, thin, one who is low
Usage: Occurs in 46 OT verses. KJV: lean, needy, poor (man), weaker. See also: Exodus 23:3; Proverbs 19:17; Psalms 41:2.
וְ/חָס֖וּ
châçâh
H2620
"to seek refuge"
Conj | V-Qal-3cp
To seek refuge means to flee to a safe place for protection, and it can also mean to trust in God. In the Bible, it appears in Psalms and Proverbs, where people put their hope in God. This concept is important in the Old Testament.
Definition: 1) (Qal) to seek refuge, flee for protection 1a) to put trust in (God), confide or hope in (God) (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 36 OT verses. KJV: have hope, make refuge, (put) trust. See also: Deuteronomy 32:37; Psalms 36:8; Psalms 2:12.
בְּ/שֵׁ֥ם
shêm
H8034
"name"
Prep | N-ms
In the Bible, a name represents a person's identity, honor, and character, like God's name symbolizing His power and authority. It appears in Genesis and other books, often referring to God's name or a person's reputation. This concept is central to understanding biblical identity.
Definition: 1) name 1a) name 1b) reputation, fame, glory 1c) the Name (as designation of God) 1d) memorial, monument Aramaic equivalent: shum (שֻׁם "name" H8036)
Usage: Occurs in 771 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] base, (in-) fame(-ous), named(-d), renown, report. See also: Genesis 2:11; Exodus 3:15; Deuteronomy 16:6.
יְהוָֽה
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.
Study Notes — Zephaniah 3:12
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- Context
- Cross References
- Zephaniah 3:12 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Zephaniah 3:12
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Zephaniah 3:12
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Zephaniah 3:12
- Trapp's Commentary on Zephaniah 3:12
- Ellicott's Commentary on Zephaniah 3:12
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Zephaniah 3:12
- Cambridge Bible on Zephaniah 3:12
- Barnes' Notes on Zephaniah 3:12
- Whedon's Commentary on Zephaniah 3:12
- Sermons on Zephaniah 3:12
Context — A Faithful Remnant
10From beyond the rivers of Cush My worshipers, My scattered people, will bring Me an offering.
11On that day you will not be put to shame for any of the deeds by which you have transgressed against Me. For then I will remove from among you those who rejoice in their pride, and you will never again be haughty on My holy mountain.
12But I will leave within you a meek and humble people, and they will trust in the name of the LORD.
13The remnant of Israel will no longer do wrong or speak lies, nor will a deceitful tongue be found in their mouths. But they will feed and lie down, with no one to make them tremble.” 14Sing for joy, O Daughter of Zion; shout aloud, O Israel! Be glad and rejoice with all your heart, O Daughter of Jerusalem!Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Isaiah 14:32 | What answer will be given to the envoys of that nation? “The LORD has founded Zion, where His afflicted people will find refuge.” |
| 2 | Nahum 1:7 | The LORD is good, a stronghold in the day of distress; He cares for those who trust in Him. |
| 3 | Zechariah 13:8–9 | And in all the land, declares the LORD, two-thirds will be cut off and perish, but a third will be left in it. This third I will bring through the fire; I will refine them like silver and test them like gold. They will call on My name, and I will answer them. I will say, ‘They are My people,’ and they will say, ‘The LORD is our God.’” |
| 4 | Isaiah 61:1–3 | The Spirit of the Lord GOD is on Me, because the LORD has anointed Me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent Me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives and freedom to the prisoners, to proclaim the year of the LORD’s favor and the day of our God’s vengeance, to comfort all who mourn, to console the mourners in Zion— to give them a crown of beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, and a garment of praise for a spirit of despair. So they will be called oaks of righteousness, the planting of the LORD, that He may be glorified. |
| 5 | Matthew 5:3 | “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. |
| 6 | Isaiah 50:10 | Who among you fears the LORD and obeys the voice of His Servant? Who among you walks in darkness and has no light? Let him trust in the name of the LORD; let him lean on his God. |
| 7 | James 2:5 | Listen, my beloved brothers: Has not God chosen the poor of this world to be rich in faith and to inherit the kingdom He promised those who love Him? |
| 8 | Romans 15:12 | And once more, Isaiah says: “The Root of Jesse will appear, One who will arise to rule over the Gentiles; in Him the Gentiles will put their hope.” |
| 9 | Matthew 11:5 | The blind receive sight, the lame walk, the lepers are cleansed, the deaf hear, the dead are raised, and the good news is preached to the poor. |
| 10 | Zechariah 11:11 | It was revoked on that day, and so the afflicted of the flock who were watching me knew that it was the word of the LORD. |
Zephaniah 3:12 Summary
[This verse tells us that God will leave a group of people who are meek and humble, and they will trust in Him. Being meek and humble means being gentle and lowly, and recognizing our need for God. As it says in Psalm 37:11, the meek will inherit the earth. Trusting in God's name means having faith in who He is and what He can do, as seen in Psalm 9:10. By trusting in God, we can have peace and confidence, even in difficult times, and live a life that honors Him, as encouraged in Colossians 3:17.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to be a meek and humble people?
Being meek and humble means to have a gentle and lowly spirit, recognizing our dependence on God and submitting to His will, as seen in Matthew 5:5 and Psalm 37:11.
How can we trust in the name of the LORD?
Trusting in the name of the LORD means to have faith in His character, promises, and power, as expressed in Psalm 9:10 and Isaiah 50:10, and to rely on Him for our salvation and daily life.
What is the significance of God leaving a remnant of people within Israel?
God leaving a remnant within Israel signifies His faithfulness to His covenant promises, as seen in Isaiah 1:9 and Romans 11:5, and ensures the continuation of His people and plan.
How does this verse relate to the idea of God's judgment and purification?
This verse shows that God's judgment and purification, as mentioned in Zephaniah 3:11, will result in a refined and humble people, who will trust and depend on Him, illustrating the concept of God's refining fire in Malachi 3:2-3.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I need to cultivate meekness and humility, and how can I trust God in those areas?
- How can I practically demonstrate my trust in the name of the LORD in my daily life and decisions?
- In what ways can I, like the remnant in this verse, be a reflection of God's character and a source of hope and encouragement to others?
- What are some ways I can surrender my pride and self-reliance, and instead, rely on God's power and promises, as expressed in this verse?
Gill's Exposition on Zephaniah 3:12
I will also leave in the midst of thee an afflicted and poor people,.... Of a character just the reverse of the proud and haughty, that should be removed from Jerusalem and Judea by death or
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Zephaniah 3:12
I will also leave in the midst of thee an afflicted and poor people, and they shall trust in the name of the LORD.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Zephaniah 3:12
I will also leave: the Chaldeans had spared none if the Lord had not preserved a remnant; it is he, rather than they, which did leave a remnant. In the midst of thee; to return and dwell in Judea and Jerusalem. An afflicted people; or a people of a broken spirit, a meek, humble, spirited people, instead of that proud heart which was once among them. Poor; not so much in outward respects as poor in spirit, such a people as the Lord can delight in. They shall trust in the name of the Lord; not in city or temple, but in the Lord, and in his mercy, faithfulness, and power.
Trapp's Commentary on Zephaniah 3:12
Zephaniah 3:12 I will also leave in the midst of thee an afflicted and poor people, and they shall trust in the name of the LORD.Ver. 12. I will also leave in the midst of thee an afflicted and poor people] Poor and therein afflicted, therefore despised. Poverty is an affliction, and makes a man trodden upon, Nil habet infelix paupertas durius in se, Quam quod ridicules homines facit, Men will be sure to go over the hedge where it is lowest. Hence St Paul joins them together, I have learned to want and to be abased. They that want must look to be abased. This thy son, saith he, Luke 15:30, not this my brother; he would not once own him, because in poverty. But though men will not, yet God will, James 2:5 Revelation 2:9. I know thy poverty, but that is nothing, thou art rich: poor in spirit, rich to Godward, glorying in nothing but this, that thou understandest and knowest me and my will, thyself and thy duty, Jeremiah 9:23, and art therefore a rich cargazon, a full magazine, such as the world is not worthy of. And they shall trust in the name of the Lord] As having nothing else to trust to. So St Paul’ s widow indeed, being desolate and left alone, trusteth in God, who while she had a husband trusted too much in him, 1 Timothy 5:5.
A noble woman of Savoy, mother to John Galear, Duke of Milan, after her husband’ s decease, caused a coin to be made, upon the one side whereof she drew these words, Sola facta solum Deum sequor, Being left alone, I trust in God alone.
Ellicott's Commentary on Zephaniah 3:12
(12) Afflicted.—ânî, a condition which is likely to make them also “meek,” ânâv, instead of “haughty.”
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Zephaniah 3:12
Verse 12. An afflicted and poor people] In such a state will the Jews be found when they shall hear the universal call, and believe in Christ Jesus. Indeed, this is the general state of the Jews in the present day; except a few that are called Jews, who are very rich; and who believe just as much in the God of Jacob, as they do in Jesus Christ.
Cambridge Bible on Zephaniah 3:12
12. I will also leave] As R.V., But I will leave. an afflicted and poor people] Comp. Isaiah 14:32, “The Lord hath founded Zion, and in her shall the afflicted of his people take refuge.” The rendering “afflicted,” in its modern sense, is too strong; compare the last words of Zep 3:13. The term is used of the Messiah, Zechariah 9:9, “lowly and riding upon an ass”; comp. Isaiah 66:2, “him that is poor and of a contrite spirit, and trembleth at my word,” where the term seems used in a moral or religious sense. “Afflicted” does not mean “in distress,” but is the opposite of powerful (Habakkuk 3:14), or haughty (Zephaniah 3:11). trust in the name of the Lord] This expresses the characteristic of the lowly and poor people left in Zion. Trust in the Lord is the essential mark of true religion. Comp. the passages cited on Zephaniah 3:2.
Barnes' Notes on Zephaniah 3:12
I will also leave - (Over, as a remnant, it is still the same heavy prophecy, that a remnant only ‘shall be saved’) “an afflicted and poor people.” priests, (except that ‘great company who were
Whedon's Commentary on Zephaniah 3:12
THE WORLD AND ITS EFFECTS, Zephaniah 3:8-13.Since all warnings have failed, the judgment is inevitable. But in the midst of the rebellious nation there is a faithful remnant (Zephaniah 2:3); to it are addressed Zephaniah 3:8 ff.
Sermons on Zephaniah 3:12
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Ezekiel 37 by Art Katz | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on a conversation he had with a former Marxist who showed him kindness and patience. The speaker was intrigued by the person's constant mention |
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Bible Survey - Zephaniah by Peter Hammond | Peter Hammond preaches on the prophet Zephaniah, who delivered prophecies during the reign of King Josiah, calling for repentance and seeking righteousness and humility. Zephaniah' |
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A Trustworthy Name by C.H. Spurgeon | C.H. Spurgeon emphasizes that true faith often flourishes among the afflicted and poor, who learn to trust in the name of the Lord when worldly wealth fails them. He highlights tha |
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Spiritual Dangers When We Are Blessed by Zac Poonen | Zac Poonen preaches about the dangers that come when the blessing of the Lord is upon our lives and labors. He highlights the risks of spiritual pride, unwillingness to receive cor |
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Jerusalem – Center of Worship and Government by John Nelson Darby | John Nelson Darby emphasizes the significance of Jerusalem as the center of worship and government, asserting that the Jewish people will be the royal nation under Christ's dominio |
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Zion's Foundations, Windows, Gates and Boarders by J.C. Philpot | J.C. Philpot preaches about the precious promises of God, emphasizing that these promises are exceedingly great and precious to the church of God only in specific circumstances whe |
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The Afflicted Remnant and Their Confiding Trust by J.C. Philpot | J.C. Philpot preaches about the significance of God leaving an afflicted and poor people in the midst of Jerusalem, symbolizing the visible church with an invisible, chosen remnant |