Zechariah 1:19
Zechariah 1:19 in Multiple Translations
So I asked the angel who was speaking with me, “What are these?” And he told me, “These are the horns that have scattered Judah, Israel, and Jerusalem.”
And I said unto the angel that talked with me, What be these? And he answered me, These are the horns which have scattered Judah, Israel, and Jerusalem.
And I said unto the angel that talked with me, What are these? And he answered me, These are the horns which have scattered Judah, Israel, and Jerusalem.
And I said to the angel who was talking to me, What are these? And he said to me, These are the horns which have sent Judah, Israel, and Jerusalem in flight.
“What are these?” I asked the angel I was talking to. “These are the horns that scattered Judah, Israel, and Jerusalem,” he replied.
And I said vnto the Angel that talked with me, What be these? And hee answered me, These are the hornes which haue scattered Iudah, Israel, and Ierusalem.
And I say unto the messenger who is speaking with me, 'What [are] these?' And he saith unto me, 'These [are] the horns that have scattered Judah, Israel, and Jerusalem.'
I asked the angel who talked with me, “What are these?” He answered me, “These are the horns which have scattered Judah, Israel, and Jerusalem.”
And I said to the angel that talked with me, What are these? And he answered me, These are the horns which have scattered Judah, Israel, and Jerusalem.
And I said to the angel that spoke to me: What are these? And he said to me: These are the horns that have scattered Juda, and Israel, and Jerusalem.
I asked the angel who had been speaking to me, “What are those horns?” He replied, “Those horns represent the armies that forced the people of Jerusalem and other places in Judah and Israel to go to other countries.”
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Study Notes — Zechariah 1:19
- Context
- Cross References
- Zechariah 1:19 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Zechariah 1:19
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Zechariah 1:19
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Zechariah 1:19
- Trapp's Commentary on Zechariah 1:19
- Ellicott's Commentary on Zechariah 1:19
- Cambridge Bible on Zechariah 1:19
- Barnes' Notes on Zechariah 1:19
- Sermons on Zechariah 1:19
Context — The Vision of the Horns and the Craftsmen
19So I asked the angel who was speaking with me, “What are these?” And he told me, “These are the horns that have scattered Judah, Israel, and Jerusalem.”
20Then the LORD showed me four craftsmen. 21“What are these coming to do?” I asked. And He replied, “These are the horns that scattered Judah so that no one could raise his head; but the craftsmen have come to terrify them and throw down these horns of the nations that have lifted up their horns against the land of Judah to scatter it.”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Zechariah 1:21 | “What are these coming to do?” I asked. And He replied, “These are the horns that scattered Judah so that no one could raise his head; but the craftsmen have come to terrify them and throw down these horns of the nations that have lifted up their horns against the land of Judah to scatter it.” |
| 2 | Zechariah 8:14 | For this is what the LORD of Hosts says: “Just as I resolved to bring disaster upon you when your fathers provoked Me to anger, and I did not relent,” says the LORD of Hosts, |
| 3 | Zechariah 2:2 | “Where are you going?” I asked. “To measure Jerusalem,” he replied, “and to determine its width and length.” |
| 4 | Ezra 4:4 | Then the people of the land set out to discourage the people of Judah and make them afraid to build. |
| 5 | Jeremiah 50:17–18 | Israel is a scattered flock, chased away by lions. The first to devour him was the king of Assyria; the last to crush his bones was Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon.” Therefore this is what the LORD of Hosts, the God of Israel, says: “I will punish the king of Babylon and his land as I punished the king of Assyria. |
| 6 | Ezra 4:1 | When the enemies of Judah and Benjamin heard that the exiles were building a temple for the LORD, the God of Israel, |
| 7 | Ezra 4:7 | And in the days of Artaxerxes king of Persia, Bishlam, Mithredath, Tabeel, and the rest of his associates wrote a letter to Artaxerxes. It was written in Aramaic and then translated. |
| 8 | Zechariah 1:9 | “What are these, my lord?” I asked. And the angel who was speaking with me replied, “I will show you what they are.” |
| 9 | Revelation 7:13–14 | Then one of the elders addressed me: “These in white robes,” he asked, “who are they, and where have they come from?” “Sir,” I answered, “you know.” So he replied, “These are the ones who have come out of the great tribulation; they have washed their robes and made them white in the blood of the Lamb. |
| 10 | Habakkuk 3:14 | With his own spear You pierced his head, when his warriors stormed out to scatter us, gloating as though ready to secretly devour the weak. |
Zechariah 1:19 Summary
[In Zechariah 1:19, the angel explains to Zechariah that the four horns represent the nations or powers that have scattered Judah, Israel, and Jerusalem. This verse reminds us that there are spiritual forces at work in the world, and that God is sovereign over all of them, as seen in Psalm 103:19. Just as the Lord promised to comfort Zion and choose Jerusalem in Zechariah 1:17, we can trust in His power and love to overcome any challenge we face. By trusting in God's power, we can find peace and comfort, even in the midst of difficult circumstances, just as it is written in Isaiah 41:10.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the horns mentioned in Zechariah 1:19?
The horns in Zechariah 1:19 represent the nations or powers that have scattered Judah, Israel, and Jerusalem, as explained by the angel in the same verse, and further elaborated in Zechariah 1:21 as the horns of the nations that have lifted up their horns against the land of Judah to scatter it.
Why were Judah, Israel, and Jerusalem scattered?
The scattering of Judah, Israel, and Jerusalem was a result of God's judgment, as seen in other parts of the Bible, such as Deuteronomy 28:64, where it is written that God would scatter the Israelites among the nations if they did not obey His commandments.
Who is the angel speaking with Zechariah in Zechariah 1:19?
The angel speaking with Zechariah in Zechariah 1:19 is not explicitly identified, but based on the context, it appears to be one of the angels of the Lord, possibly the same angel who was guiding Zechariah through the visions, as mentioned in Zechariah 1:9 and Zechariah 1:13-14.
What is the significance of the angel's explanation to Zechariah?
The angel's explanation to Zechariah in Zechariah 1:19 provides insight into the spiritual realm and the forces that are at work in the world, as seen in Ephesians 6:12, where it is written that believers struggle not against flesh and blood, but against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places.
Reflection Questions
- What are the 'horns' in my life that are causing me to feel scattered or overwhelmed, and how can I trust God to deal with them?
- How can I, like Zechariah, seek to understand the spiritual forces at work in my life and in the world around me?
- What are some ways that I can apply the lesson of Zechariah 1:19 to my own life, trusting in God's power to overcome the forces that seek to scatter me?
- How can I, as a believer, be a source of comfort and strength to others who are feeling scattered or overwhelmed, just as the Lord promised to comfort Zion and choose Jerusalem in Zechariah 1:17?
Gill's Exposition on Zechariah 1:19
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Zechariah 1:19
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Zechariah 1:19
Trapp's Commentary on Zechariah 1:19
Ellicott's Commentary on Zechariah 1:19
Cambridge Bible on Zechariah 1:19
Barnes' Notes on Zechariah 1:19
Sermons on Zechariah 1:19
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Through the Bible - Zechariah by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the preacher discusses various visions and messages from the Lord. He emphasizes the importance of true fasting and worship that is focused on pleasing God rather t |
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From Babylon to Jerusalem - (Ezra) ch.5 & 6 by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of being spiritually violent in pursuing God's purposes. He references Matthew 11:12, where Jesus says that the kingdom of he |
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Bible Survey - Ezra by Peter Hammond | Peter Hammond preaches on the life of Ezra, a skilled scribe in the Law of Moses, who led the second expedition from Babylon to reinforce and inspire the struggling Judeans in rebu |
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The Rise and Fall of Babylon by John F. Walvoord | John F. Walvoord delves into the early history of Babylon as mentioned in the Bible, tracing its origins from the time of Nimrod to its eventual rise as a center of religious signi |
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Communion in Its Fullest - Part 2 by Derek Prince | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of recognition, participation, and sharing in the context of the body of Christ. He refers to 1 Corinthians 11:29, highlighti |
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Totally Committed by Dennis Kinlaw | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on his age and questions whether he should retire or continue working for God's kingdom. He emphasizes the importance of using our opportunitie |
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Do God's Work Watchfully by Friedel Stegen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of being watchful and discerning, as the enemy will try to destroy the work of God. When we dedicate our lives to the Lord, th |