King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
Then said I, O my lord, what [are] these? And the angel that talked with me said unto me, I will shew thee what these [be].
Complete Jewish Bible:
I asked, "What are these, my Lord?" The angel speaking with me said to me, "I will show you what these are."
Berean Standard Bible:
“What are these, my lord?” I asked. And the angel who was speaking with me replied, “I will show you what they are.”
American Standard Version:
Then said I, O my lord, what are these? And the angel that talked with me said unto me, I will show thee what these are.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
Then said{H559} I, O my lord{H113}, what are these? And the angel{H4397} that talked{H1696} with me said{H559} unto me, I will shew{H7200} thee what these be.
Cross-References (KJV):
Zechariah 4:4
- So I answered and spake to the angel that talked with me, saying, What [are] these, my lord?
Zechariah 4:5
- Then the angel that talked with me answered and said unto me, Knowest thou not what these be? And I said, No, my lord.
Zechariah 1:19
- 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.
Zechariah 5:5
- ¶ Then the angel that talked with me went forth, and said unto me, Lift up now thine eyes, and see what [is] this that goeth forth.
Zechariah 2:3
- And, behold, the angel that talked with me went forth, and another angel went out to meet him,
Daniel 8:15
- ¶ And it came to pass, when I, [even] I Daniel, had seen the vision, and sought for the meaning, then, behold, there stood before me as the appearance of a man.
Daniel 8:16
- And I heard a man's voice between [the banks of] Ulai, which called, and said, Gabriel, make this [man] to understand the vision.
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Commentary for Zechariah 1:9
Zechariah 1:9 is a part of the Old Testament and falls within the Book of the Twelve Minor Prophets. The verse is situated in a post-exilic period, after the Jews had returned from Babylonian captivity, around 520-518 BCE. The Book of Zechariah is known for its apocalyptic and eschatological themes, emphasizing the coming of a messianic era and the restoration of Israel.
In this verse, Zechariah is having a visionary experience, which is common throughout the book. He sees various symbolic images and inquires about their meaning. The angel who is communicating with Zechariah responds to his question, promising to reveal the significance of the visions. This interaction between the prophet and the angelic being is emblematic of the broader theme of divine revelation in the Bible, where human beings seek understanding from the divine.
The verse reflects the historical context of uncertainty and hope among the returned exiles. They were rebuilding the Temple in Jerusalem and seeking to restore their religious and national identity. The visions and their interpretations were meant to encourage the people by assuring them of God's sovereignty, His plans for their future, and the importance of their obedience and faithfulness. Zechariah's role as an intercessor and the angel's willingness to explain the visions underscore the theme of God's communication with His people through prophets, offering guidance and reassurance in times of transition and reconstruction.
*This commentary is produced by Microsoft/WizardLM-2-8x22B AI model
Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H559
There are 4434 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אָמַר
Transliteration: ʼâmar
Pronunciation: aw-mar'
Description: a primitive root; to say (used with great latitude); answer, appoint, avouch, bid, boast self, call, certify, challenge, charge, [phrase] (at the, give) command(-ment), commune, consider, declare, demand, [idiom] desire, determine, [idiom] expressly, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] intend, name, [idiom] plainly, promise, publish, report, require, say, speak (against, of), [idiom] still, [idiom] suppose, talk, tell, term, [idiom] that is, [idiom] think, use (speech), utter, [idiom] verily, [idiom] yet. - Strong's Number: H113
There are 337 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אָדוֹן
Transliteration: ʼâdôwn
Pronunciation: aw-done'
Description: or (shortened) אָדֹן; from an unused root (meaning to rule); sovereign, i.e. controller (human or divine); lord, master, owner. Compare also names beginning with 'Adoni-'. - Strong's Number: H4397
There are 197 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: מֲלְאָךְ
Transliteration: mălʼâk
Pronunciation: mal-awk'
Description: from an unused root meaning to despatch as a deputy; a messenger; specifically, of God, i.e. an angel (also a prophet, priest or teacher); ambassador, angel, king, messenger. - Strong's Number: H1696
There are 1050 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: דָבַר
Transliteration: dâbar
Pronunciation: daw-bar'
Description: a primitive root; perhaps properly, to arrange; but used figuratively (of words), to speak; rarely (in a destructive sense) to subdue; answer, appoint, bid, command, commune, declare, destroy, give, name, promise, pronounce, rehearse, say, speak, be spokesman, subdue, talk, teach, tell, think, use (entreaties), utter, [idiom] well, [idiom] work. - Strong's Number: H7200
There are 1212 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: רָאָה
Transliteration: râʼâh
Pronunciation: raw-aw'
Description: a primitive root; to see, literally or figuratively (in numerous applications, direct and implied, transitive, intransitive and causative); advise self, appear, approve, behold, [idiom] certainly, consider, discern, (make to) enjoy, have experience, gaze, take heed, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] joyfully, lo, look (on, one another, one on another, one upon another, out, up, upon), mark, meet, [idiom] be near, perceive, present, provide, regard, (have) respect, (fore-, cause to, let) see(-r, -m, one another), shew (self), [idiom] sight of others, (e-) spy, stare, [idiom] surely, [idiom] think, view, visions.