Zechariah 14:21

Yea, every pot in Jerusalem and in Judah shall be holiness unto the LORD of hosts: and all they that sacrifice shall come and take of them, and seethe therein: and in that day there shall be no more the Canaanite in the house of the LORD of hosts.

Yea, every pot {H5518} in Jerusalem {H3389} and in Judah {H3063} shall be holiness {H6944} unto the LORD {H3068} of hosts {H6635}: and all they that sacrifice {H2076} shall come {H935} and take {H3947} of them, and seethe {H1310} therein: and in that day {H3117} there shall be no more the Canaanite {H3669} in the house {H1004} of the LORD {H3068} of hosts {H6635}.

Yes, every cooking pot in Yerushalayim and Y'hudah will be consecrated to ADONAI-Tzva'ot. Everyone who offers sacrifices will come, take them and use them to stew the meat. When that day comes, there will no longer be merchants in the house of ADONAI-Tzva'ot.

Indeed, every pot in Jerusalem and Judah will be holy to the LORD of Hosts, and all who sacrifice will come and take some pots and cook in them. And on that day there will no longer be a Canaanite in the house of the LORD of Hosts.

Yea, every pot in Jerusalem and in Judah shall be holy unto Jehovah of hosts; and all they that sacrifice shall come and take of them, and boil therein: and in that day there shall be no more a Canaanite in the house of Jehovah of hosts.

Zechariah 14:21 concludes a powerful prophetic chapter, painting a vivid picture of the future Messianic Age and the ultimate triumph of God's kingdom. This verse speaks to a profound transformation, where even the most common aspects of life are consecrated to the Lord, and all impurity is removed from His presence.

Context

This verse is the culmination of Zechariah chapter 14, an eschatological prophecy describing the "Day of the Lord." This prophetic day encompasses both judgment and salvation, culminating in God's universal reign from Jerusalem. The preceding verses detail the Lord's return, the transformation of the land, and the establishment of His kingdom where the Lord shall be King over all the earth. Zechariah 14:20 describes how even the bells on horses will bear the inscription "HOLINESS UNTO THE LORD," setting the stage for the complete sanctification of all things.

Key Themes

  • Universal Holiness: The central theme is the widespread sanctification of everyday objects. "Every pot in Jerusalem and in Judah" becoming "holiness unto the LORD of hosts" signifies that in God's future kingdom, the distinction between sacred and profane will largely vanish. Ordinary items used for cooking or daily tasks will be as consecrated as the vessels in the ancient Temple, indicating a pervasive spiritual purity.
  • Unrestricted Worship: The phrase "all they that sacrifice shall come and take of them, and seethe therein" suggests ease and accessibility to worship. There will be no ceremonial barriers or defilement hindering participation in God's presence, highlighting a time of unhindered communion with the divine.
  • Complete Purity and Exclusion of Impurity: The powerful declaration, "there shall be no more the Canaanite in the house of the LORD of hosts," points to the absolute removal of all defilement, idolatry, or unholy influence. This signifies a final state of spiritual perfection in God's presence, where nothing unclean can dwell, echoing the promise of a New Jerusalem into which nothing that defiles will enter.

Linguistic Insights

The phrase "holiness unto the LORD of hosts" (Hebrew: qodesh l'YHWH Tzeva'ot) is significant. Qodesh means "holiness" or "set apart" for sacred use. This exact phrase was inscribed on the golden plate of the high priest's mitre (Exodus 28:36), signifying his consecrated role. Its application to common pots in Zechariah 14:21 dramatically illustrates the extent of future sanctification, where the holiness once restricted to the most sacred elements of the Temple will permeate all of life.

The term "Canaanite" (Hebrew: Kena'ani) carries a dual meaning. Literally, it refers to the inhabitants of Canaan, often associated with idolatry and moral corruption in the Old Testament. Symbolically, it can also denote a "merchant" or one involved in profane commerce, hinting at the defiling influence of worldly gain or impurity within the sacred space. Its removal signifies not just the absence of a specific ethnic group, but the complete eradication of any defiling presence or spirit that would hinder true worship and devotion to God.

Practical Application

While Zechariah 14:21 describes a future reality, it offers profound lessons for believers today. It encourages us to strive for a life of holistic holiness, where every aspect of our existence—our work, our leisure, our relationships, and even our everyday tasks—is done as an act of worship to God. Like the pots made holy, we are called to be living sacrifices, holy and acceptable to God. Furthermore, this verse reminds us to diligently guard the purity of our hearts and the church, removing anything that defiles or distracts from sincere devotion to Christ. It builds anticipation for the day when Christ's reign will bring complete purity and perfect communion with God.

Note: Commentary was generated by an advanced AI, utilizing a prompt that emphasized Biblical fidelity over bias. We've found these insights to be consistently reliable, yet we always encourage prayerful discernment through the Holy Spirit. The Scripture text and cross-references are from verified, non-AI sources.

  • Ezekiel 44:9

    Thus saith the Lord GOD; No stranger, uncircumcised in heart, nor uncircumcised in flesh, shall enter into my sanctuary, of any stranger that [is] among the children of Israel.

  • Romans 14:6

    He that regardeth the day, regardeth [it] unto the Lord; and he that regardeth not the day, to the Lord he doth not regard [it]. He that eateth, eateth to the Lord, for he giveth God thanks; and he that eateth not, to the Lord he eateth not, and giveth God thanks.

  • Romans 14:7

    For none of us liveth to himself, and no man dieth to himself.

  • Joel 3:17

    So shall ye know that I [am] the LORD your God dwelling in Zion, my holy mountain: then shall Jerusalem be holy, and there shall no strangers pass through her any more.

  • 1 Corinthians 10:31

    Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God.

  • Revelation 21:27

    And there shall in no wise enter into it any thing that defileth, neither [whatsoever] worketh abomination, or [maketh] a lie: but they which are written in the Lamb's book of life.

  • Ephesians 2:19

    Now therefore ye are no more strangers and foreigners, but fellowcitizens with the saints, and of the household of God;

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