Zechariah 6:14
Zechariah 6:14 in Multiple Translations
The crown will reside in the temple of the LORD as a memorial to Helem, Tobijah, Jedaiah, and the gracious son of Zephaniah.
And the crowns shall be to Helem, and to Tobijah, and to Jedaiah, and to Hen the son of Zephaniah, for a memorial in the temple of the LORD.
And the crowns shall be to Helem, and to Tobijah, and to Jedaiah, and to Hen the son of Zephaniah, for a memorial in the temple of Jehovah.
And the crown will be for grace to Heldai and Tobijah and Jedaiah and the son of Zephaniah, to keep their memory living in the house of the Lord.
The crown will be kept in the Temple of the Lord as a memorial to Heldai, Tobijah, Jedaiah, and Joshua the son of Zephaniah.
And the crownes shall be to Helem, and to Tobijah, and to Iedaiah, and to Hen the sonne of Zephaniah, for a memoriall in the Temple of the Lord.
And the crown is to Helem, and to Tobijah, and to Jedaiah, and to Hen son of Zephaniah, for a memorial in the temple of Jehovah.
The crowns shall be to Helem, to Tobijah, to Jedaiah, and to Hen the son of Zephaniah, for a memorial in the LORD’s temple.
And the crowns shall be to Helem, and to Tobijah, and to Jedaiah, and to Hen the son of Zephaniah, for a memorial in the temple of the LORD.
And the crowns shall be to Helem, and Tobias, and Idaias, and to Hem, the son of Sophonias, a memorial in the temple of the Lord.
The crown must be kept in my temple to remind people of what Heldai, Tobijah, Jedaiah, and Josiah did for them.
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Zechariah 6:14 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/הָ/עֲטָרֹ֗ת
תִּֽהְיֶה֙
לְ/חֵ֨לֶם֙
וּ/לְ/טוֹבִיָּ֣ה
וְ/לִ/ידַֽעְיָ֔ה
וּ/לְ/חֵ֖ן
בֶּן
צְפַנְיָ֑ה
לְ/זִכָּר֖וֹן
בְּ/הֵיכַ֥ל
יְהוָֽה
וְ/הָ/עֲטָרֹ֗ת
ʻăṭârâh
H5850
crown
Conj | Art | N-fp
תִּֽהְיֶה֙
hâyâh
H1961
to be
V-Qal-Imperf-3fs
לְ/חֵ֨לֶם֙
Chêlem
H2494
Helem
Prep | N-proper
וּ/לְ/טוֹבִיָּ֣ה
Ṭôwbîyâh
H2900
Tobijah
Conj | Prep | N-proper
וְ/לִ/ידַֽעְיָ֔ה
Yᵉdaʻyâh
H3048
Jedaiah
Conj | Prep | N-proper
וּ/לְ/חֵ֖ן
Chên
H2581
Hen
Conj | Prep | N-proper
בֶּן
bên
H1121
son
N-ms
צְפַנְיָ֑ה
Tsᵉphanyâh
H6846
Zephaniah
N-proper
לְ/זִכָּר֖וֹן
zikrôwn
H2146
memorial
Prep | N-ms
בְּ/הֵיכַ֥ל
hêykâl
H1964
temple
Prep | N-ms
יְהוָֽה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Zechariah 6:14
וְ/הָ/עֲטָרֹ֗ת
ʻăṭârâh
H5850
"crown"
Conj | Art | N-fp
A crown is a symbol of power and honor, and this word is used in the Bible to describe a royal crown. It appears in 2 Samuel 12:30, where King David takes a crown from a defeated king.
Definition: crown, wreath
Usage: Occurs in 23 OT verses. KJV: crown. See also: 2 Samuel 12:30; Song of Solomon 3:11; Psalms 21:4.
תִּֽהְיֶה֙
hâyâh
H1961
"to be"
V-Qal-Imperf-3fs
The Hebrew word for to be means to exist or come into being. It is used to describe something that happens or comes to pass, like in Genesis where God creates the world.
Definition: 1) to be, become, come to pass, exist, happen, fall out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) --- 1a1a) to happen, fall out, occur, take place, come about, come to pass 1a1b) to come about, come to pass 1a2) to come into being, become 1a2a) to arise, appear, come 1a2b) to become 1a2b1) to become 1a2b2) to become like 1a2b3) to be instituted, be established 1a3) to be 1a3a) to exist, be in existence 1a3b) to abide, remain, continue (with word of place or time) 1a3c) to stand, lie, be in, be at, be situated (with word of locality) 1a3d) to accompany, be with 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to occur, come to pass, be done, be brought about 1b2) to be done, be finished, be gone
Usage: Occurs in 3131 OT verses. KJV: beacon, [idiom] altogether, be(-come), accomplished, committed, like), break, cause, come (to pass), do, faint, fall, [phrase] follow, happen, [idiom] have, last, pertain, quit (one-) self, require, [idiom] use. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 17:4; Genesis 36:11.
לְ/חֵ֨לֶם֙
Chêlem
H2494
"Helem"
Prep | N-proper
Helem was an Israelite who lived during the time of exile and return, as mentioned in Zechariah 6:10-14. His name means strength or dream, and he is also known as Heldai in some parts of the Bible.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Zec.6.10; also called Helem at Zec.6.14; Another name of chel.day (חֶלְדַּי "Heldai" H2469G) § Helem = "strength" or "dream" a returned exile in the time of Zechariah; also spelled 'Heldai'
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Helem. Compare H2469 (חֶלְדַּי). See also: Zechariah 6:14.
וּ/לְ/טוֹבִיָּ֣ה
Ṭôwbîyâh
H2900
"Tobijah"
Conj | Prep | N-proper
Tobijah means Jehovah is good, the name of three Israelites and one Samaritan, including a Levite in Jehoshaphat's reign. Tobijah opposed the rebuilding of Jerusalem with Sanballat. He is mentioned in Zechariah 6:10.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Zec.6.10 § Tobiah = "Jehovah is good" 1) head of a family who returned from exile with Zerubbabel but who were unable to prove their connection with Israel 2) the Ammonite who with Sanballat opposed the rebuilding of Jerusalem 3) a Levite in the reign of Jehoshaphat 4) a chief of the returning exiles
Usage: Occurs in 17 OT verses. KJV: Tobiah, Tobijah. See also: 2 Chronicles 17:8; Nehemiah 6:14; Zechariah 6:14.
וְ/לִ/ידַֽעְיָ֔ה
Yᵉdaʻyâh
H3048
"Jedaiah"
Conj | Prep | N-proper
Jedaiah means Jehovah has known, referring to several Israelites, including a priest and a ruler, in the Bible, such as in Zechariah 6:10. Jedaiah lived during the Exile and Return. He is mentioned as a post-exilic priest and a man who returned with Zerubbabel.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Zec.6.10 § Jedaiah = "Jehovah has known" 1) a priest in Jerusalem 2) a man who returned with Zerubbabel 3) a ruler of the priests in the days of Jeshua 4) a post exilic priest 5) one honoured by Jehovah, perhaps one of the above
Usage: Occurs in 11 OT verses. KJV: Jedaiah. See also: 1 Chronicles 9:10; Nehemiah 12:6; Zechariah 6:14.
וּ/לְ/חֵ֖ן
Chên
H2581
"Hen"
Conj | Prep | N-proper
Hen was an Israelite who lived during the time of Exile and Return, mentioned in Zechariah 6. His name means 'favor' in Hebrew.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Zec.6.10; son of: Zephaniah (H6846I); also called Hen at Zec.6.14; Another name of yo.shiy.yah (יֹאשִׁיָּ֫הוּ "Josiah" H2977H) § Hen = "favour" a contemporary of Zerubbabel
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Hen. See also: Zechariah 6:14.
בֶּן
bên
H1121
"son"
N-ms
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
צְפַנְיָ֑ה
Tsᵉphanyâh
H6846
"Zephaniah"
N-proper
Zephaniah was a prophet in the Bible, his name meaning God has treasured, who wrote about God's judgments in the book of Zephaniah.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Ch.6.24; son of: Tahath (H8480H); father of: Uzziah (H5818H); also called Zephaniah at 1Ch.6.36; Another name of u.ri.el (אוּרִיאֵל "Uriel" H0222G) § Zephaniah = "Jehovah has treasured" 1) the 9th in order of the 12 minor prophets; descendant of king Hezekiah of Judah and prophet in the time of king Josiah of Judah 2) son of Maaseiah and second priest in the reign of king Zedekiah of Judah; succeeded Jehoiada and an officer of the temple; slain at Riblah on the capture of Jerusalem 3) father of Josiah and Hen in the time of the prophet Zechariah 4) a Levite
Usage: Occurs in 10 OT verses. KJV: Zephaniah. See also: 2 Kings 25:18; Jeremiah 37:3; Jeremiah 21:1.
לְ/זִכָּר֖וֹן
zikrôwn
H2146
"memorial"
Prep | N-ms
A memorial or reminder, this word refers to something that helps people remember important events or people. It can be a written record or a special day. The word is used in the Bible to describe memorials to God.
Definition: memorial, reminder, remembrance
Usage: Occurs in 22 OT verses. KJV: memorial, record. See also: Exodus 12:14; Numbers 17:5; Isaiah 57:8.
בְּ/הֵיכַ֥ל
hêykâl
H1964
"temple"
Prep | N-ms
The Hebrew word for a large public building like a palace or temple, used to describe God's temple in Jerusalem. It appears in the Bible to talk about the temple as God's palace. In the Bible, it is translated as 'palace' or 'temple'.
Definition: : temple 1) palace, temple, nave, sanctuary 1a) palace 1b) temple (palace of God as king) 1c) hall, nave (of Ezekiel's temple) 1d) temple (of heavenly temple)
Usage: Occurs in 76 OT verses. KJV: palace, temple. See also: 1 Samuel 1:9; Psalms 138:2; Psalms 5:8.
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 — Zechariah 6:14
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- Context
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- Zechariah 6:14 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Zechariah 6:14
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Zechariah 6:14
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Zechariah 6:14
- Trapp's Commentary on Zechariah 6:14
- Ellicott's Commentary on Zechariah 6:14
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Zechariah 6:14
- Cambridge Bible on Zechariah 6:14
- Barnes' Notes on Zechariah 6:14
- Whedon's Commentary on Zechariah 6:14
- Sermons on Zechariah 6:14
Context — The Crown and the Temple
12And you are to tell him that this is what the LORD of Hosts says: ‘Here is a man whose name is the Branch, and He will branch out from His place and build the temple of the LORD.
13Yes, He will build the temple of the LORD; He will be clothed in splendor and will sit on His throne and rule. And He will be a priest on His throne, and there will be peaceful counsel between the two.’
14The crown will reside in the temple of the LORD as a memorial to Helem, Tobijah, Jedaiah, and the gracious son of Zephaniah.
15Even those far away will come and build the temple of the LORD, and you will know that the LORD of Hosts has sent Me to you. This will happen if you diligently obey the voice of the LORD your God.”Cross References
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| 1 | Matthew 26:13 | Truly I tell you, wherever this gospel is preached in all the world, what she has done will also be told in memory of her.” |
| 2 | Exodus 12:14 | And this day will be a memorial for you, and you are to celebrate it as a feast to the LORD, as a permanent statute for the generations to come. |
| 3 | Mark 14:9 | And truly I tell you, wherever the gospel is preached in all the world, what she has done will also be told in memory of her.” |
| 4 | Exodus 28:29 | Whenever Aaron enters the Holy Place, he shall bear the names of the sons of Israel over his heart on the breastpiece of judgment, as a continual reminder before the LORD. |
| 5 | 1 Corinthians 11:23–26 | For I received from the Lord what I also passed on to you: The Lord Jesus, on the night He was betrayed, took bread, and when He had given thanks, He broke it and said, “This is My body, which is for you; do this in remembrance of Me.” In the same way, after supper He took the cup, saying, “This cup is the new covenant in My blood; do this, as often as you drink it, in remembrance of Me.” For as often as you eat this bread and drink this cup, you proclaim the Lord’s death until He comes. |
| 6 | Numbers 16:40 | just as the LORD commanded him through Moses. This was to be a reminder to the Israelites that no outsider who is not a descendant of Aaron should approach to offer incense before the LORD, lest he become like Korah and his followers. |
| 7 | Numbers 31:54 | And Moses and Eleazar the priest received the gold from the commanders of thousands and of hundreds and brought it into the Tent of Meeting as a memorial for the Israelites before the LORD. |
| 8 | 1 Samuel 2:30 | Therefore, the LORD, the God of Israel, declares: ‘I did indeed say that your house and the house of your father would walk before Me forever. But now the LORD declares: Far be it from Me! For I will honor those who honor Me, but those who despise Me will be disdained. |
| 9 | Joshua 4:7 | you are to tell them, ‘The waters of the Jordan were cut off before the ark of the covenant of the LORD. When it crossed the Jordan, the waters were cut off.’ Therefore these stones will be a memorial to the Israelites forever.” |
| 10 | Acts 10:4 | Cornelius stared at him in fear and asked, “What is it, Lord?” The angel answered, “Your prayers and gifts to the poor have ascended as a memorial offering before God. |
Zechariah 6:14 Summary
[Zechariah 6:14 tells us that a crown will be placed in the temple of the LORD as a memorial to some faithful people. This crown represents the royal and priestly authority of Jesus Christ, who will build the temple of the LORD and reign as King and Priest. Just like the people mentioned in this verse, we can contribute to the building of God's spiritual temple by being faithful and obedient to His voice, as seen in Zechariah 6:15 and Matthew 16:18. As we look to Jesus, our great High Priest, we can trust that He will fulfill His plan and bring peace and prosperity to His people, as promised in Isaiah 9:6-7.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the crown in Zechariah 6:14?
The crown in Zechariah 6:14 symbolizes the royal and priestly authority of Jesus Christ, as described in Zechariah 6:13, where He is said to be a priest on His throne, and in Hebrews 4:14, where Jesus is our great High Priest.
Who are Helem, Tobijah, Jedaiah, and the gracious son of Zephaniah?
These individuals are likely donors or contributors to the temple rebuilding effort, as seen in Zechariah 6:14, and their names serve as a memorial to their generosity and faithfulness, much like the memorials mentioned in Exodus 12:14 and Numbers 16:40.
What is the temple of the LORD in Zechariah 6:14?
The temple of the LORD refers to the physical temple in Jerusalem, but also symbolizes the spiritual dwelling place of God among His people, as described in 1 Corinthians 3:16 and Ephesians 2:21-22.
How does Zechariah 6:14 relate to the bigger picture of God's plan?
Zechariah 6:14 is part of a larger prophecy about the coming Messiah, Jesus Christ, who will build the temple of the LORD and reign as King and Priest, as seen in Zechariah 6:12-13 and Revelation 21:22-23.
Reflection Questions
- What does the crown in Zechariah 6:14 represent to me, and how can I apply its symbolism to my life?
- How can I, like Helem, Tobijah, Jedaiah, and the gracious son of Zephaniah, contribute to the building of God's spiritual temple today?
- What does it mean for the crown to reside in the temple of the LORD as a memorial, and what memorials can I establish in my own life to remember God's faithfulness?
- How does Zechariah 6:14 encourage me to eagerly await the return of Jesus Christ and the fulfillment of God's plan?
Gill's Exposition on Zechariah 6:14
And the crowns shall be to Helem,.... The same with Heldai, Zechariah 6:10: and to Tobijah, and to Jedaiah, and to Hen the son of Zephaniah; the same with Josiah, Zechariah 6:10: for a memorial in
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Zechariah 6:14
And the crowns shall be to Helem, and to Tobijah, and to Jedaiah, and to Hen the son of Zephaniah, for a memorial in the temple of the LORD.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Zechariah 6:14
The crowns; those two crowns before mentioned, made of the gold and silver brought from Babylon, . Shall be to Helem, & c.: these persons we know no more of with any certainty but their names. For a memorial, of their incredulity, say some, of their liberality, say others; but these crowns were certainly to be memorials of the Messiah’ s certain and speedy coming, and to be reserved in the temple as a memorial of this solemn typical inauguration of Joshua, or Messiah in him.
Trapp's Commentary on Zechariah 6:14
Zechariah 6:14 And the crowns shall be to Helem, and to Tobijah, and to Jedaiah, and to Hen the son of Zephaniah, for a memorial in the temple of the LORD. Ver. 14. And the crowns shall be to Helem … for a memorial] Or monument of their incredulity, saith Calvin, and for their full conviction. Or their liberality, say others, and peradventure with some inscription or remembrance of their names (here recorded) for honour’ s sake. But best of all those that say these duties were for a memorial in the temple of the Messiah that was shortly to be expected, and was presently promised. The poor Jews at this day are said to have a crown hanging in their synagogues, against the coming of their long-looked-for Messiah. And that he comes not all this while they say it is for their sins, which are many and bony, or mighty (σοφονφαρμακον). But now seeing he stays so long, he shall be, say they, a forerunner of the end of the world, and shall gather by his power all nations into one fold, according to that which here followeth.
Ellicott's Commentary on Zechariah 6:14
(14) The crowns.—Better, the crown. (See Note on Zechariah 6:11.) The verb is in the singular. For a memorial—viz., of their piety.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Zechariah 6:14
Verse 14. And the crowns shall be] One of my MSS. has אטרות ataroth, crowns, corrected into עטרת atereth, crown; and so the Septuagint, Syriac, and Arabic. The Chaldee has, "And praise shall be," &c. The meaning appears to be this, that the crown made for Joshua should be delivered to the persons mentioned here and in Zechariah 6:10, to be laid up in the temple of the Lord, as a memorial of this typical transaction.
Cambridge Bible on Zechariah 6:14
14. Helem] This may of course be another name borne by the person who in Zechariah 6:10 is called Heldai. The conjecture, however, that Helem is a copyist’s error for Heldai, the difference between the two Hebrew words being slight, is not improbable. to Hen] Rather (as in R. V. margin), to the favour, or kindness of the son of Zephaniah, i.e. the crown suspended in the Temple shall be a lasting memorial, not only of the zeal and piety of these offerers of gifts from a far off land, but also of the kindness shewn them by Josiah the son of Zephaniah, who had received them into his house, Zechariah 6:10. “He that receiveth a righteous man in the name of a righteous man shall receive a righteous man’s reward.” Matthew 10:41.
Barnes' Notes on Zechariah 6:14
And the crowns shall be to Helem - There is no ground apparent to us, why the name “Helem” appears instead of “Holdai” , or “Hen” for “Josiah:” yet the same person must have been called both Hen and
Whedon's Commentary on Zechariah 6:14
THE OF JOSHUA, THE HIGH PRIEST, 9-15.The series of symbolical visions is followed by a command to perform a symbolical act, which is so closely connected with the preceding visions that it seems best
Sermons on Zechariah 6:14
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Living Memorials by Don Courville | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the significance of baptism as a symbol of deliverance from sin's penalty and power. He refers to Romans 6:1-4, explaining that it is not just |
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Bethany-the House of Revival by David Smithers | David Smithers preaches about the significance of Bethany as a place where Jesus found rest and hospitality, emphasizing the need for the Church to prepare a dwelling place for the |
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Judgment Day by Dave Hunt | In this sermon, the pastor discusses the topic of Judgment Day, referring to passages from the books of Joel and Zechariah in the Bible. He emphasizes that God will gather all nati |
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Call to Repentance by George Warnock | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes that Israel failed to learn from their experiences in the wilderness, despite God's tender leading and the manifestation of His glory. The sp |
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The Feasts of Jehovah 04 Firstfruits by John W. Bramhall | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the various offerings mentioned in the Bible, specifically focusing on the drink offering. He references the story of Jacob in Genesis, where |
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The Eucharistic Feast by Todd Atkinson | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the division between the haves and the have nots in the Corinthian church. He emphasizes that this division goes against the principles of Ch |
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The Paschal Supper by Sir Robert Anderson | Sir Robert Anderson preaches about the trustworthiness of Gospel narratives, emphasizing the importance of accuracy in details to maintain the credibility of the Bible. He delves i |