A summary, synopsis or recap is a shortened version of the original. Zechariahs prophecies took place during the reign of darius the great, and were contemporary with haggai in a post exilic world after the fall of jerusalem in 5876 bc. Watch our overview video on the book of zechariah, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. Zechariah with book summary versebyverse bible commentary.
Zechariah s prophecies took place during the reign of darius the great, and were contemporary with haggai in a post exilic world after the fall of jerusalem in 5876 bc. First century israel map large map of israel in the first century click around on the cities. Book of zechariah, also spelled zacharias, the 11th of 12 old testament books that bear the names of the minor prophets, collected in the jewish canon in one. Among the minor prophets, we are certainly much more familiar with jonah and hosea. The first part of the book, chapters one through eight, contain eight symbolic visions of zechariah. Only chapters 18 contain the prophecies of zechariah. Was jesus referring to the zechariah son of jehoiada 2 chr 24. The bible book of zechariah with full chapters, footnotes and bible commentary to aid your bible search, reading, and study. Outline of the book of zechariah zechariah zechariah was a prophet of a priestly lineage who had returned to jerusalem with zerubbabel that the temple of jehovah may be built cf. But zechariah is two, count em, two minor prophets in one. Book of zechariah zechariah chapter 1 zechariah chapter 2 zechariah chapter 3 zechariah chapter 4 zechariah chapter 5 zechariah chapter 6 zechariah chapter 7 zechariah chapter 8 zechariah chapter 9 zechariah chapter 10.
Book of zechariah matthew henrys bible commentary concise. The ablest english survey of the critical problems of. But that was miniscule compared to what god will soon do. Use these key concepts while doing your own personal study in gods word. The book of zechariah zechariahs prophecies were concerned more with the coming of the messiah to build a spiritual temple than with the building of zerubbabels temple, which was only a type of the future spiritual temple. Bible roman empire map large map of the roman empire in the early first century click around on the places. The book of zechariah sermon by dennis davidson, zechariah. The prophet zechariah wrote chapters 18 approximately 520518 b.
Abel then would be a man out of the first and zechariah a man out of the last book of the old testament. Zechariah 1, new living translation nlt the bible app. The tabernacle of ancient israel brief overview of the tabernacle of moses in the wilderness and the ark of the covenant. The book of zechariah is the most recent volume of the new international commentary on the old testament, edited by robert l. This summary of the book of zechariah provides information about the title, author s, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of zechariah. This commentary and new translation of zechariah 914 continues the appraoch adopted in the authors 1987 anchor bible volume 25b on haggai and zechariah 18. Zechariah pictures christ in both his first coming zechariah 9. Introduction286 the book of zephaniah is probably best known for being the least known book of the entire bible.
Zechariah emphasized that god has used his prophets to teach, warn and correct his people. Zechariah 8, english standard version 2016 esv bible. The book of zechariah contains the clearest and the largest number of messianic about the messiah passages among the minor prophets. In greek the book is titled zacarias, a transliteration from the hebrew name. Zechariah was an existing prophet of the day with haggai and. A number of dates in zechariah can be crosschecked with dates in surviving persian records and related accurately to our modern calendar. A probable explanation is that zechariahs actual father berechiah had died and the prophet was raised by his grandfather iddo. This month of the ancient hebrew lunar calendar occurred within the months of october and november 520 b. Zechariah 8, english standard version 2016 esv the bible app. Jews returning to judah from exile in babylon and all future bible readers. There were a couple of prominent men in the bible named zechariah alternate spelling zacharias or zachariah. The book begins with three separate prophecies on three different dates. Baldwin writes, even the tiny fragment of the greek manuscript found at qumran, which includes the end of chapter 8 and the beginning of chapter 9, shows no gap or spacing whatsoever to suggest a break between the two parts.
The lord who rules over all says, turn to me, says the lord who rules over all, and i will turn to you. Abel then would be a man out of the first and zechariah a. The book of luke records that zechariah and his wife, elizabeth, were righteous, godhonoring people who had no children and were well past childbearing years luke 1. The universal tradition of both jews and christians endorses the prophet zechariah as author. The book of zechariah, attributed to the hebrew prophet zechariah, is included in the twelve minor prophets in the hebrew bible. Evidence supporting this view can be summarized like this. Zechariah is also one of the most devotional of the prophetic books, dwelling more completely on the person and work of christ than any other of the prophetic writings. Zechariah was a person in the hebrew bible and traditionally considered the author of the book of zechariah, the eleventh of the twelve minor prophets.
Zechariah not only reveals a god who is able to protect his people, but a god who has given us all the information we need to know his messiah and his plan for the future. Book of zechariah overview insight for living ministries. Except for the apocalyptic sections the eight night visions, its basic language and style are simple and direct. The dates mentioned in the book confirm that he was a contemporary of haggai zechariah 1. The history of rome brief overview of roman history from her dawn to the first punic war. This summary of the book of zechariah provides information about the title, authors, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and.
Like the book of revelation, zechariah is a book of prophecy. The last chapter depicts peoples from all over the world coming to worship god, who desires that all people follow him. His name, common to more than 29 old testament men. The book of zechariah sermon by dennis davidson, zechariah 1. Book of zechariah encyclopedia of the bible bible gateway. The latter prophets follow psalms and the wisdom books in the greek septuagint, as well as our christian old testament of the bible. Authors carol and eric meyers are perhaps uniquely qualified for this work because of their backgrounds in. The book of zechariah, because of its great variation in style, content, and language, is widely believed to be a composite work. The difference is that in zechariah israel is in the foreground and the gentile nations in the background, while in the book. The book of zechariah new international commentary on the. The book of zechariah was likely written in two primary segments, between 520 and 470 b. The book of zechariah has been called the apocalypse of the old testament.
Before the temple completed, and then wrote chapters 914 approximately 480 b. In hebrew the book is titled hyrkz meaning yahweh remembers b. Zechariah summary we have detailed a brief summary of the book of zechariah for bible study or sunday school lessons. It is a small book, nestled in the midst of the minor prophets, toward the end of the old testament. In that respect, its possible to think of the book of zechariah as a kind of miniature book of isaiah. Hubbard, a historic and landmark series, one which is synonymous with. Authors carol and eric meyers are perhaps uniquely qualified for this work because of their backgrounds in biblical archaeology and the social sciences. Title the universal tradition of both jews and christians endorses the prophet zechariah as author. Zechariah bible book with full chapters king james version. Illustrated bible history illustrations, photos, and images of the ancient world of the bible. When jesus comes, he will raise them from their graves, and gather. This prophecy was the eleventh in a collection of a dozen short books known as the twelve minor prophets, coming at the end of the second division of the heb. Study zechariah using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning.
The first prophecy is approximately two months after the jews again took up the task of building the postexilic temple in 520 b. Use highlighting, underlining, and take notes while you study the bible. The reason for this supposition is probably that in the hebrew bible the chronicles are placed at the very end. Zechariahs ministry took place during the reign of darius the great zechariah 1. Generation word bible teaching ministry enjoy fast paced verse by verse teaching of scripture with exegetical insight, historical information and relevant application for your spiritual growth.
The book of zechariah teaches that salvation may be obtained by all. Zechariah verse by verse teaching in the book of zechariah. One was an old testament prophet who prophesied in the days of haggai and who wrote the book of zechariah ezra 5. Click the pin to get more the quick view bible like jeremiah and ezekiel, zechariah was not only a prophet, but also a member of a priestly family. The babylonians learn about ancient babylon and the people who. Librivox recording of the book of zechariah, from the american standard version. The book of zechariah predicted both the first and second comings of jesus. In the first eight chapters of his or their book, zechariah is a more imaginative version of haggai. Zechariah s prophetic ministry took place in the postexilic period, the time of the jewish restoration from babylonian captivity. Picture study bible studybible with pictures and maps. Zechariah was a levite who was born in babylon neh 12. This prophet is also mentioned by jesus as having been murdered by the rebellious and.
Before you attempt to answer the questions below you should read these chapters in the bible and answer the questions at the end of each chapter found at the website answer the questions below and then click ok to send your answers. This zechariah has of old been connected with 2 chronicles 24. Learn about the main ideas from the book of zechariah of the bible. The return of israel to the holy land in 1948 was considered to be an exciting fulfillment of bible prophecy. The book of zechariah was written when the people of israel were a small nation with no means of defense against powerful neighbors.
Ken raggio teaches the book of zechariah bible resources. Zechariah, as part of his priestly duties in the temple, was chosen to enter the holy place to burn incense before the lord verse 8. Zechariah verse by verse bible commentary matthew henry. The zechariah son of barachiah of whom jesus spoke matt 23. An angel restores the high priest joshua in zechariah 3. Thus says the lord of hosts, return to meoracle of the lord of hostsand i will return to you, says the lord of hosts. Its theme is to set forth the program of god, which is also the theme of the book of revelation. His name, common to more than 29 ot men, means the lord remembers. Next chapter of zechariah the book of zechariah, chapter 14 we hope that you find the content of the book of zechariah, chapter 14 from the douay rheims version of the catholic bible helpful to your bible studies and for references which allow you to read the books and individual verses of this chapter.
Zechariah not only reveals a god who is able to protect his people, but a god who has given us all the information we. In addition the canonical history of the book of zechariah has always included all fourteen chapters in the book. Dec 10, 2009 the book of zechariah was written when the people of israel were a small nation with no means of defense against powerful neighbors. Boda and published by eerdmans is one of the well written modern commentaries on this book of the bible. Book of zechariah, also spelled zacharias, the 11th of 12 old testament books that bear the names of the minor prophets, collected in the jewish canon in one book, the twelve. As the son of a priest, iddo, zechariahs interested in the restoration of the high priests and the holy temple in jerusalem. Zechariah is a commonly used name in the old testament and means the lord remembers, a meaning that contributes to the hope of the messiahs first and second coming prophesied in zechariahs book. Bible teaching online in audio, video, notes from the book of genesis by galyn wiemers of generation word. Three months later two months to the day after the foundation of the temple was again laid.
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