Zechariah 10:6

And I will strengthen the house of Judah, and I will save the house of Joseph, and I will bring them again to place them; for I have mercy upon them: and they shall be as though I had not cast them off: for I [am] the LORD their God, and will hear them.

And I will strengthen {H1396} the house {H1004} of Judah {H3063}, and I will save {H3467} the house {H1004} of Joseph {H3130}, and I will bring them again to place {H3427} them; for I have mercy {H7355} upon them: and they shall be as though {H834} I had not cast them off {H2186}: for I am the LORD {H3068} their God {H430}, and will hear {H6030} them.

"I will strengthen the house of Y'hudah and save the house of Yosef. I will bring them back in my compassion for them; they will be as if I hadn't driven them out; for I am ADONAI their God, and I will answer them.

I will strengthen the house of Judahand save the house of Joseph.I will restore them because I have compassion on them,and they will be as though I had not rejected them.For I am the LORD their God,and I will answer them.

And I will strengthen the house of Judah, and I will save the house of Joseph, and I will bring them back; for I have mercy upon them; and they shall be as though I had not cast them off: for I am Jehovah their God, and I will hear them.

Commentary

Context of Zechariah 10:6

Zechariah 10 is part of the prophetic book of Zechariah, written after the return of the Jewish exiles from Babylon. This chapter contrasts the futility of seeking help from idols and false diviners with the true help that comes from the LORD. It transitions into a powerful declaration of God's future intervention to restore and strengthen His people. The prophecy looks beyond the immediate post-exilic period to a comprehensive future restoration of both the southern kingdom, the house of Judah, and the northern kingdom (represented by Joseph/Israel), promising a complete gathering and spiritual renewal.

Key Themes and Messages

  • Divine Restoration and Mercy: The verse powerfully declares God's initiative: "I will strengthen... I will save... I will bring them again... for I have mercy upon them." This highlights God's sovereign plan to restore His scattered people, not based on their merit, but on His enduring compassion.
  • Unity of Israel: The explicit mention of "the house of Judah" and "the house of Joseph" (representing the ten northern tribes of Israel, often called Ephraim) is significant. It prophecies a future reunification of the divided kingdom, healing centuries-old divisions. This theme is echoed in other prophetic books, such as Ezekiel's vision of the two sticks becoming one.
  • Reversal of Exile: The phrase "they shall be as though I had not cast them off" vividly portrays a complete reversal of their past judgment and exile. God's mercy is so profound that it effectively erases the memory of their rejection, bringing them back into full favor and fellowship.
  • God Hears and Responds: "For I am the LORD their God, and will hear them." This emphasizes God's active engagement with His people. He is not a distant deity but a personal God who listens to the prayers and needs of His covenant people, promising a responsive relationship.

Linguistic Insights

The phrase "house of Joseph" is a prophetic term for the northern kingdom of Israel, which separated from Judah after the reign of Solomon. Joseph's sons, Ephraim and Manasseh, became prominent tribes in the north. The Hebrew word for "cast them off" (natash) implies a complete abandonment or letting go, underscoring the severity of the past exile. The promise that God "will hear them" (Hebrew: 'anah) signifies not just listening, but actively responding and answering their prayers, confirming His attentive and powerful presence.

Practical Application

Zechariah 10:6 offers immense encouragement for believers today. It reminds us of God's unwavering faithfulness and boundless mercy, even when we have strayed. Just as He promised to restore ancient Israel, He offers restoration and healing to those who turn to Him. This verse encourages us to pray with confidence, knowing that God hears and responds to the petitions of His children. It also speaks to the hope of unity and reconciliation, both within the global body of Christ and in personal relationships, reflecting God's desire to bring together what has been divided.

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Cross-References

  • Zechariah 10:12

    And I will strengthen them in the LORD; and they shall walk up and down in his name, saith the LORD.

  • Zechariah 13:9

    And I will bring the third part through the fire, and will refine them as silver is refined, and will try them as gold is tried: they shall call on my name, and I will hear them: I will say, It [is] my people: and they shall say, The LORD [is] my God.

  • Jeremiah 3:18

    In those days the house of Judah shall walk with the house of Israel, and they shall come together out of the land of the north to the land that I have given for an inheritance unto your fathers.

  • Zephaniah 3:19

    Behold, at that time I will undo all that afflict thee: and I will save her that halteth, and gather her that was driven out; and I will get them praise and fame in every land where they have been put to shame.

  • Zephaniah 3:20

    At that time will I bring you [again], even in the time that I gather you: for I will make you a name and a praise among all people of the earth, when I turn back your captivity before your eyes, saith the LORD.

  • Zechariah 8:11

    But now I [will] not [be] unto the residue of this people as in the former days, saith the LORD of hosts.

  • Hosea 1:11

    Then shall the children of Judah and the children of Israel be gathered together, and appoint themselves one head, and they shall come up out of the land: for great [shall be] the day of Jezreel.
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