Only chapters 18 contain the prophecies of zechariah. A reservoir of means god spoke, and his words created his works in the natural world. A chapterbychapter study of the old testament book of zechariah. The historical situation underlying the book of zechariah is identical with that which gave rise to the oracles of haggai.
You can find the best commentary on zechariah for you using the tools on the right side. This free bible class book has questions for each section pdf file size. The visions resemble those in the books of daniel and ezekiel and revelation. Book of zechariah, 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. Pdf the prophetic book of zechariah is often neglected when studying the mission of god and his church. The chief purpose of zechariah and haggai was to rebuke the people of judah and to encourage and motivate them to complete the rebuilding of the temple zec 4. Zechariah excellent timelinechart on the rulers and prophets in the time of zechariah see page 42. Few books of the old testament are as difficult of interpretation as the book of zechariah. A small remnant of the jews who had been torn loose from judah had not taken root in babylon despite their 70 year captivity there dan. In that respect, its possible to think of the book of zechariah as a kind of miniature book of isaiah. They are literally ages apart even though they were given to the same people at the same time. Oct 17, 2015 the book of zechariah chapter 2 markrecords.
The visions within the book can be divided into two sections. Pdf the book of zechariah 2018 edition gary everett, mdiv. An obscure verse in the book of zechariah describes the wounds in the hands of jesus and the circumstances that caused those wounds. It has been speculated that his grandfather iddo was the head of a priestly family who returned with zerubbabel, and that zechariah may himself have been a priest as well as a prophet. The book of zechariah is the lengthiest of the socalled minor prophets and one of the most difficult books in the old testament. It may sound strange to us that zechariah preaches a message of conversion to people who had voluntarily returned from captivity and who had given freewill. Zechariah has more messianic prophecy than all of the other minor prophets combined and he is second only to isaiah in the number of references to christ. The lord who rules over all says, turn to me, says the lord who rules over all, and i will turn to you. Jeromes commentary on matthew, migne, patrological latina, 26, p. As the first of the total 14 chapters in the book, this chapter is a part of a section socalled first zechariah consisting of zechariah 1 8. This book has the characteristics of an apocalypse.
A free bible version and commentary on the old testament book of zechariah in easyenglish. Zechariah verse by verse teaching in the book of zechariah. Zechariah commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole. Jerome called it the most obscure book of the hebrew bible, an opinion often cited and widely shared by subsequent readers. There are many commentaries about the book of zechariah available at this moment but new international commentary on the old testament the book of zechariah, is a step above the herd. This book was provided to me free of charge from eerdmans. His grandfather iddo was one of the chiefs of the priests 12. Nor should zechariah the prophet be confused with any of the 28 other men in the old testament who bore this name. A detailed study of the 12 minor prophets of the old testament. Zechariah zechariah is the longest of the minor prophets. Hence zechariah was prophet and priest at the same time as were jeremiah and ezekiel.
The book of zechariah was written when the people of israel were a small nation with no means of defense against powerful neighbors. Second principle the second principle is to identify the literary units. Conclusion literature few books of the old testament are as difficult of interpretation as the book of zechariah. Bible commentary seventhday adventistegw vol 18 pdf.
The second part chs 914 differs from the first in both style and subject matter. The reformed expository commentary series continues to be a favorite of mine and this is another great volume. The books chief concern, however, is not with physical origins, but with the relationship god desires to have with. It is well researched and contains more background information than you will find in almost any other class book you can find. Not much is known about zechariah s life other than what may be inferred from the book. Zechariah double spaced with wide margins see pages 40 of pdf. Pdf the book of zechariah download full pdf book download. Zechariah commentary matthew henry commentary on the. But there appears to be little reason not to associate the two. His last dated prophecy was delivered two years later, in 518 b.
Zechariah was an existing prophet of the day with haggai and. Some writers have also depreciated the unity of the prophecy by pointing out that chs. Zechariah 1 is the first chapter of the book of zechariah in the hebrew bible or the old testament of the christian bible. Bible class notes on zechariah the church of christ in.
Dec 10, 2009 the historical situation underlying the book of zechariah is identical in time and place to the one which called forth the oracles of haggai. Zechariah the international standard bible encyclopedia, revised. The entire book has for its background, chapters 18, the persian era. The book of zechariah sermon by dennis davidson, zechariah 1. Zechariah, book of international standard bible encyclopedia. This 84page book is both a commentary and work book on daniel. Zechariah gives the rest of the story, and shows how god is interested in lives, not only buildings. The ancient hebrews called the book by its opening words, in the beginning.
Written in 520 bc to the jews returning from the babylonian exile, zechariah encourages and exhorts gods people by laying out before them the future of israel. The reason for this supposition is probably that in the hebrew bible the chronicles are placed at the very end. His name, common to more than 29 old testament men, means the lord remembers. It must be reiterated that every biblical text has one and only one meaning. The lord who rules over all says, turn to me, says the. The security of the jews and the destruction of their enemies. Pdf perspectives on mission in the book of zechariah. Yet their prophecies are just about as different as any two could be. Bible commentary to zechariah by john schultz bible commentaries. Zechariah emphasized that god has used his prophets to teach, warn and correct his people. The book bearing the title of zechariah is, in its present form, an amalgam of oracles and prophecies stemming from zechariah himself as well as others. They definitely knew each other and prophesied to the same people at the same period of time.
The book of zechariah consists of fourteen chapters. Not much is known about zechariahs life other than what may be inferred from the book. The difficulties of the book have spawned many opinions about the date and authorship of various portions as well as the interpretation of the individual pericopes. The book of zechariah is the most recent volume of the new international commentary on the old testament, edited by robert l. Haggai found probably a good audience among the older generation. Read zechariah commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. The first part of his book consistsof eight visions chapters 6. The occasion is the same as that of the book of haggai see background. The book of zechariah contains the clearest and the largest number of messianic about the messiah passages among the minor prophets. Zechariah gave us more of the story, and showed how god is interested in lives of his people, not only buildings. Zechariah began prophesying during the months of octobernovember in the second year of the reign of emperor darius 520 b. This book contains the prophecies attributed to the prophet zechariah, and is a part of the book of the twelve minor prophets.
There are a number of helpful commentaries on the book of zechariah, and the following are five of the best. The universal tradition of both jews and christians endorses the prophet zechariah as author. The prophecy of zechariah is noted for its rich use of visions, pictures, and symbols. His message is that even though gods chosen people had been scattered. He was given a burning in his heart, by god, to move the jewish people from their comfortableness to hard work. This site is like a library, use search box in the widget to get ebook that you want. The book of zechariah free sermon preparation tools. General in this vision, zechariah saw a sevenbranched candlestick. Brief commentary on the book of zechariah harbor bible.
The new testament cites or alludes to zechariah at least 41 times bible knowledge commentary victor books, 1. This zechariah has of old been connected with 2 chronicles 24. Study zechariah using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. The broadman bible commentary download ebook pdf, epub. Run, tell that young man, jerusalem will be a city without walls because of. And there is a bowl on top of the candlestick, with seven pipes to each of the seven lamps. Hag 12, though both prophets were clearly interested in spiritual renewal as well. Zechariah was contemporary with haggai, but his book is in direct contrast to haggais. The book of zechariah was likely written in two primary segments, between 520 and 470 b. The book of zechariah new international commentary on the. This 1 page bible class book contains numerous charts and three color maps.
Zechariah 14 can be seen as an explanation of the final verse of chapter. Book of zechariah overview insight for living ministries. Zechariah pictures christ in both his first coming zechariah 9. Including a fresh translation of zechariah from the original hebrew, boda delivers deep and thorough reflection on a toooftenneglected book of the old testament. The book also bears evidence that even prophecy could be corrupted. David baron commentary on zechariah visions and prophecies of zechariah. Zechariah not only reveals a god who is able to protect his people, but a god who has given us all the information we. Study the bible online using commentary on zechariah and more. The book of genesis those who gave the name genesis to the first book of the bible were the translators of the pentateuch. Abel then would be a man out of the first and zechariah a man out of the last book of the old testament. Zechariah emphasized that god has used his prophets to teach, warn, and correct his people. The book of zechariah emerged from the immediate postexilic period, and is therefore a valuable source of information about a phase of jewish history which is deficient in extrabiblical documentation.
The book of zechariah center point bible institute. Zechariah, the son of berechiah, the son of iddo the prophet zechariah was among the priests and levites that came with zerubbabel at the time of cyrus decree nehemiah 12. Book of zechariah matthew henrys bible commentary concise. In the first group of visions zechariah 16, the messiah stands forth as the branch zechariah 3. Bodas twovolume set on zechariah showcases a series of studies tracing the impact of earlier hebrew bible traditions on various passages and sections of the book of zechariah, including 1. To request a free hard copy of this booklet, please write to. Zechariah double spaced with wide margins see pages 40 of pdf zechariah.
Click download or read online button to get the broadman bible commentary book now. Exploring zechariah, volume 1 society of biblical literature. Hebrew scribes trained in egypt who felt free to update the texts they. In this way it is much like the book of revelation or daniel which also have significant visions. It is probable but not certain that the author of the book of zechariah is being named in. Book of zechariah encyclopedia of the bible bible gateway. It became part of jewish scripture, was revered and valued, and was a partiuclar favourite of a number of early christian writers. This is supported by zechariahs interest in the temple and the priesthood, and. The development of zechariah and its role within the twelve x this first volume focuses on the composition of zechariah. Zechariah remembered of jehovah was the second postexile prophet and a contemporary of haggai. For the layperson this commentary proves to be highly readable and will definitely be a great tool to be used while studying zechariah. Zechariah the prophet was probably born in babylon during the 70year babylonian captivity. Les feldick bible study lesson 2 part 1 book 39 as believers, always rejoice. Gods creation is but a reservoir of means made ready for him to employ instantly to do his pleasure letter 1, 1897.
Zechariah with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. Zechariah assumed his position as one of the chiefs. In contrast to most of the minor prophets, both haggai and zecha. 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. This work by mark boda provides insightful commentary on zechariah, with great sensitivity to its historical, literary, and theological dimensions. Hubbard, a historic and landmark series, one which is synonymous with superior scholarship and excellence exegesis, this volume continues this legacy.
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