Zechariah 8:13

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King James Version
And it shall come to pass, that as ye were a curse among the heathen, O house of Judah, and house of Israel; so will I save you, and ye shall be a blessing: fear not, but let your hands be strong.
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KJV (with Strong's)
And it shall come to pass, that as ye were a curse H7045 among the heathen H1471, O house H1004 of Judah H3063, and house H1004 of Israel H3478; so will I save H3467 you, and ye shall be a blessing H1293: fear H3372 not, but let your hands H3027 be strong H2388.
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Complete Jewish Bible
House of Y'hudah and house of Isra'el, just as you were formerly a curse among the nations, so now I will save you; and you will be a blessing. Don't be afraid, but take courage!'
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Berean Standard Bible
As you have been a curse among the nations, O house of Judah and house of Israel, so I will save you, and you will be a blessing. Do not be afraid; let your hands be strong.”
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American Standard Version
And it shall come to pass that, as ye were a curse among the nations, O house of Judah and house of Israel, so will I save you, and ye shall be a blessing. Fear not, but let your hands be strong.
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World English Bible Messianic
It shall come to pass that, as you were a curse among the nations, house of Judah and house of Israel, so will I save you, and you shall be a blessing. Don’t be afraid. Let your hands be strong.”
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Geneva Bible (1599)
And it shall come to passe, that as ye were a curse among the heathen, O house of Iudah, and house of Israel, so wil I deliuer you, and ye shalbe a blessing: feare not, but let your hands be strong.
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Young's Literal Translation
And it hath come to pass, As ye have been a reviling among nations, O house of Judah, and house of Israel, So I save you, and ye have been a blessing, Do not fear, let your hands be strong.
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See also
Zephaniah 3:20Psalms 72:17Zechariah 8:9Ezekiel 5:15Genesis 12:2Genesis 12:31 Corinthians 16:13
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SUMMARY

Zechariah 8:13 proclaims a profound divine reversal for the exiled and dispersed people of Judah and Israel, transforming their past status as a symbol of divine judgment and scorn among the nations into a future of blessing and influence. This promise of salvation and restoration is coupled with a direct exhortation to the post-exilic community to cast off fear, embrace courage, and apply themselves diligently to the work of rebuilding and spiritual renewal, grounded in God's unfailing faithfulness.

CONTEXT

  • Literary Context: Zechariah 8:13 is situated within a larger section (chapters 7-8) that addresses questions from the returned exiles about their fasting practices, transitioning into a series of glorious prophecies concerning Jerusalem's future. Following God's rebuke of their past disobedience and insincere fasting in chapter 7, chapter 8 pivots to a message of hope and restoration. The preceding verses (Zechariah 8:1-12) paint a vivid picture of Jerusalem's renewed prosperity, safety, and the return of God's presence. Verse 13 specifically serves as a powerful summary and turning point, contrasting their former state of judgment with their promised future of blessing, thereby providing a strong foundation for the subsequent ethical commands and promises of joy (Zechariah 8:14-19). It sets the stage for the eschatological vision of nations coming to Jerusalem to seek the Lord (Zechariah 8:20-23).
  • Historical & Cultural Context: The historical backdrop for Zechariah's prophecies is the post-exilic period, specifically around 520-518 BC, when the Jewish people had returned from 70 years of Babylonian captivity under the decree of Cyrus the Great. While the foundation of the Second Temple had been laid, progress had stalled due to opposition, internal discouragement, and economic hardship. The people were struggling with their identity and purpose, having endured national humiliation and dispersion, which made them a "curse" or object lesson among surrounding pagan nations. The mention of "house of Judah, and house of Israel" is significant, acknowledging the historical division of the kingdom and hinting at a future, more complete restoration that transcends the immediate return of only the Southern Kingdom. The command to "let your hands be strong" resonates with the practical challenges of rebuilding the temple and the city walls, a task requiring immense courage and perseverance in the face of adversity.
  • Key Themes: This verse powerfully encapsulates several overarching themes found throughout Zechariah and the broader prophetic literature. The theme of Divine Reversal is central, highlighting God's sovereign power to transform a state of judgment into one of blessing, as seen in the broader promises of restoration for Israel after exile (e.g., Jeremiah 30:18-19). It underscores God's Faithfulness to His Covenant Promises, particularly the Abrahamic Covenant, where Israel was called to be a blessing to all nations (Genesis 12:2-3). The concept of Restoration and Reunification is evident in the address to both "house of Judah, and house of Israel," pointing to a future, comprehensive gathering of God's people. Finally, the exhortation "fear not, but let your hands be strong" emphasizes the importance of Human Responsibility and Courageous Obedience in response to divine promises, a recurring motif in periods of rebuilding and spiritual revival (e.g., Haggai 2:4).

EXPOSITION AND ANALYSIS

Key Word Analysis

  • curse (Hebrew, qᵉlâlâh', H7045): Derived from a root meaning "to be light" or "trifling," this word signifies vilification, malediction, or being an object of scorn. In this context, it describes Israel's past state among the nations, where their dispersion and suffering served as a negative example or a public display of divine judgment, bringing them reproach and contempt.
  • blessing (Hebrew, Bᵉrâkâh', H1293): This term, rooted in the idea of kneeling (in worship or submission), denotes divine favor, prosperity, and the capacity to impart good. It represents the antithesis of "curse," indicating a state of divine approval, abundance, and the ability to be a source of benefit and positive influence to others, echoing the original covenantal purpose for Israel.
  • strong (Hebrew, châzaq', H2388): A primitive root meaning "to fasten upon," "to seize," or "to be firm." When applied to hands, as in the idiom "let your hands be strong," it conveys the idea of being courageous, resolute, diligent, and unwavering in effort. It's a call to overcome fear and act decisively, to apply oneself with vigor to a task, whether physical labor or spiritual resolve.

Verse Breakdown

  • "And it shall come to pass, that as ye were a curse among the heathen, O house of Judah, and house of Israel": This opening clause establishes a stark contrast with the past. "It shall come to pass" signals a future divine act. The phrase "as ye were a curse among the heathen" vividly recalls the period of exile and dispersion, where the Jewish people became a byword, an object of derision and a living testament to the consequences of covenant disobedience in the eyes of surrounding pagan nations. The address to "O house of Judah, and house of Israel" signifies God's comprehensive vision for the entire nation, encompassing both the Southern Kingdom (Judah) who returned from Babylon and the Northern Kingdom (Israel) who had been dispersed centuries earlier by Assyria, pointing to a holistic national restoration.
  • "so will I save you, and ye shall be a blessing": This is the core promise of divine reversal. The "so will I save you" indicates God's direct intervention to deliver them from their state of judgment and restore their fortunes. The consequence of this salvation is that they "shall be a blessing." This means they will no longer be an object of scorn but a source of divine favor, prosperity, and positive influence, attracting others to God and demonstrating His power and goodness to the world. It harkens back to the covenantal purpose for Israel to be a light to the nations.
  • "fear not, but let your hands be strong": This is a direct, imperative command from God, serving as both an encouragement and a call to action. "Fear not" addresses the natural apprehension and discouragement that the post-exilic community faced due to past failures and present challenges. "But let your hands be strong" is an idiom urging them to be courageous, resolute, and diligent in their work, particularly in the rebuilding of the temple and the city. It implies active participation and perseverance, trusting in God's promise to bring about the promised blessing.

Literary Devices

Zechariah 8:13 effectively employs several literary devices to convey its powerful message. Contrast is paramount, juxtaposing Israel's past state of being a "curse" with their promised future as a "blessing." This antithetical structure highlights the radical nature of God's redemptive work. The phrase "let your hands be strong" is a potent Idiom or Metonymy, where "hands" represent the entirety of one's effort, courage, and diligent work. It's a call to action through a vivid, tangible image. The direct address, "O house of Judah, and house of Israel," functions as a form of Apostrophe, directly speaking to the nation, emphasizing the personal and comprehensive nature of God's promise and command. The entire verse also functions as a Prophecy of Reversal, foretelling a dramatic shift in Israel's national destiny, from shame to honor, by divine intervention.

THEOLOGICAL AND THEMATIC CONNECTIONS

Zechariah 8:13 is a powerful testament to God's unwavering covenant faithfulness and His redemptive character. It demonstrates His sovereign power to reverse human fortunes, transforming a people who had become a public example of judgment into a vessel of divine blessing. This transformation is not merely an external change of circumstances but a profound re-establishment of their identity and purpose as God's chosen people, meant to reflect His glory to the nations. The promise of salvation and blessing is the foundation for the command to "fear not" and "let your hands be strong," illustrating that divine grace empowers human obedience and diligent effort. This passage underscores that God's ultimate plan for His people is always one of restoration, flourishing, and being a conduit of His goodness in the world.

REFLECTION AND APPLICATION

Zechariah 8:13 offers profound encouragement and a clear call to action for believers today. Just as God reversed the fortunes of Judah and Israel, transforming their shame into blessing, He is able to do the same in our lives. This verse reminds us that our past failures, present struggles, or the "curses" of our circumstances do not define our ultimate destiny when we are in Christ. Instead, God's redemptive power can turn our brokenness into beauty, our weakness into strength, and our past reproach into a platform for His glory. We are called not to dwell on what was, but to embrace the new identity and purpose God gives us. Furthermore, the command "fear not, but let your hands be strong" is a timeless exhortation to courageous faith and diligent effort. In a world full of challenges and discouragement, we are to resist fear and apply ourselves wholeheartedly to the tasks God has set before us—whether in our personal growth, our families, our vocations, or our service to the church and community. Our strength comes not from ourselves, but from trusting in the faithful God who promises to save and bless.

Questions for Reflection

  • In what areas of your life have you felt like a "curse" or experienced shame, and how can you invite God to transform that into a "blessing"?
  • How does the promise of God's salvation empower you to overcome fear in your current circumstances?
  • What specific "hands-on" work or diligent effort is God calling you to apply in your life, and how can you do so with courage and without fear?
  • How can your life, transformed by God's grace, become a blessing to those around you, reflecting His goodness and truth?

FAQ

What does it mean that Judah and Israel were a "curse among the heathen"?

Answer: This phrase refers to the historical reality of the Babylonian exile and the prior dispersion of the Northern Kingdom of Israel by Assyria. Due to their persistent disobedience and idolatry, God allowed His people to be conquered and scattered among foreign nations. In this state, they became a visible example of divine judgment, a byword, and an object of scorn or derision among the surrounding pagan peoples. Their suffering and humiliation served as a stark warning or a "curse" in the eyes of the "heathen" (Gentile nations), demonstrating the consequences of abandoning the Lord. It was a reversal of God's original intention for them to be a blessed and distinguished nation (Deuteronomy 28:37).

CHRIST-CENTERED FULFILLMENT

Zechariah 8:13 finds its ultimate and most profound fulfillment in Jesus Christ and His work of redemption. The promise "so will I save you, and ye shall be a blessing" points directly to the salvation accomplished through the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world. Just as Israel was a "curse" due to sin, humanity stands under the curse of the Law (Galatians 3:10). However, Christ became a curse for us, redeeming us from its power (Galatians 3:13). Through His atoning sacrifice, we are saved from the judgment of sin and transformed from objects of divine wrath into recipients of divine blessing, inheriting the Abrahamic blessing through faith (Galatians 3:14). The "house of Judah and house of Israel" are spiritually united in the Church, the new Israel, where there is neither Jew nor Gentile, but all are one in Christ Jesus. Empowered by the Holy Spirit, believers are now called to "fear not" and "let their hands be strong" in advancing the Kingdom of God, becoming a blessing to the world by proclaiming the good news of Christ (Acts 1:8).

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Commentary on Zechariah 8 verses 9–17

I. II. Main points1. 2. Sub-points

God, by the prophet, here gives further assurances of the mercy he had in store for Judah and Jerusalem. Here is line upon line for their comfort, as before there was for their conviction. These verses contain strong encouragements with reference to the difficulties they now laboured under. And we may observe,

I. Who they were to whom these encouragements did belong - to those who, in obedience to the call of God by his prophets, applied in good earnest to the building of the temple (Zac 8:9): "Let your hands be strong, that are busy at work for God, you that hear in these days these words by the mouth of the prophets, and are not disobedient to them as your fathers were, in the former days, to the words of those prophets that were sent to them. You may take the comfort of the promises, and shall have the benefit of them, who have obeyed the precepts given you in the day that the foundation of the house of the Lord was laid, when you were told that, having begun with it, you must go on, that the temple might be built; God told you that you must go on with it, and you have laboured hard at it for some time, in obedience to the heavenly vision. Now you are those whose hands must be strengthened and whose hearts must be comforted, with these precious promises; to you is the word of this consolation sent." Note, Those, and those only, that are employed for God, may expect to be encouraged by him; those who lay their hands to the plough of duty shall have them strengthened with the promises of mercy; and those who avoid their fathers' faults, not only cut off the entail of the curse, but have it turned into a blessing.

II. What the discouragements were which they had hitherto laboured under, Zac 8:10. These are mentioned as a foil to the blessings God was now about to bestow upon them, to make them appear the more strange, to the glory of God, and the more sweet, to their comfort. The truth was the times had long been very bad, and the calamities and difficulties of them were many and great. 1. Trade was dead; there was nothing to be done and therefore nothing to be got. Before these days of reformation began there was no hire for man, nor any hire for beasts. The fruits of the earth (though it had long lain fallow, and therefore, one would think, should have been the more fertile) were thin and poor, so that the husbandman had no occasion to hire harvest people to reap his corn, nor teams to carry it home, for he could be scarcely said to have any. Merchants had no goods to import or export, so that they needed not to hire either men or beasts; hence the poor people, who lived by their labour, had no way of getting bread for themselves and their families. 2. Travelling was dangerous, so that all commerce both by sea and land was cut off; nay, none durst stir abroad so much as to visit their friends, for their was no peace to him that went out, or came in, because of the affliction. The Samaritans, and Ammonites, and their other evil neighbours, made inroads upon them in small parties, and seized all they could lay their hands on; the roads were infested with highwaymen, and both city and country with housebreakers; so that neither men's persons nor their goods were safe at home or abroad. 3. There was no such thing as friendship or good neighbourship among them: I set all men every one against his neighbour. In this there was a great deal of sin, for these wars and fightings came from men's lust, and this God was not the author of; but there was in it a great deal of misery also, and so God was in it a just avenger of their disobedience to him; because they were of an evil spirit towards him, a spirit of contradiction to his laws, God sent among them an evil spirit, to make them vexatious one to another. Those that throw off the love of God forfeit the comfort of brotherly love.

III. What encouragement they shall now have to proceed in the good work they are about, and to hope that it shall yet be well with them: "Thus and thus you have been harassed and afflicted, but now God will change his way towards you, Zac 8:11. Now that you return to your duty God will comfort you according to the time that he has afflicted you; the ebbing tide shall flow again." 1. God will not proceed in his controversy with them; I will not be to them as in the former days. Note, It is with us well or ill according as God is to us; for every creature is that to us which he makes it to be. And, if we walk not contrary to God as in the former days, he will not walk contrary to us as in the former days; for it is only with the froward that he will wrestle. 2. They shall have great plenty and abundance of all goods things (Zac 8:12): The seed sown shall be prosperous, and yield a great increase; the vine shall give her fruit, which makes glad the heart, and the ground its products, which strengthen the heart; they shall have all they can desire, not only for necessity, but for ornament and delight. The heavens shall give their dew, without which the earth would not yield her increase, which is a constant intimation to us of the beneficence of the God of heaven to men on earth and of their dependence on him. It is said of a sweeping rain that it leaves no food (Pro 28:3); but here the gentle dew waters the earth, that it may give seed to the sower and bread to the eater. And thus God will cause the remnant of this people to possess all these things. They are but a remnant, a residue, very few, one would think scarcely worth looking after; but, now that they are at work for God, he will take care that they shall want nothing which is fit for them. This confirms what the prophet's colleague had said, a little before (Hag 2:16, Hag 2:19), From this day will I bless you. Note, God's people, that serve him faithfully, have great possessions. "All is yours, for you are Christ's." 3. They shall recover their credit among their neighbours (Zac 8:13): You were a curse among the heathen. Every one censured and condemned them, spoke ill of them, and wished ill to them, upon the account of the great disgrace that they were under; some think that they were made a form of execration, so that if a man would load his enemy with the heaviest curse he would say, God make thee like a Jew! "But now, I will save you, and you shall be a blessing. Your restoration shall be as much taken notice of to your honour as ever your desolation and dispersion were to your reproach; you shall be applauded and admired as much as ever you were vilified and run down, shall be courted and caressed as much as ever you were slighted and abandoned." Most men smile or frown upon their neighbours according as Providence smiles or frowns upon them; but those whom God plainly blesses as his own, shows favour to and puts honour upon, we ought also to respect and be kind to. The blessed of the Lord are the blessing of the land, and should be so accounted by us. This is here promised to the house both of Israel and Judah; for many of the ten tribes returned out of captivity with the two tribes, and shared with them in those blessings; and, it is probable, besides what came at first, many, very many, flocked to them afterwards, when they saw their affairs take this turn. 4. God himself will determine to do them good, Zac 8:14, Zac 8:15. All their comforts take rise from the thoughts of the love that God had towards them, Jer 29:11. Compare these promises with the former threatenings. (1.) When they provoked him to anger with their sins, he said that he would punish them, and so he did; it was his declared purpose to bring destroying judgments upon them, and, because they repented not of their rebellions against him, he repented not of his threatenings against them, but let the sentence of the law take its course. Note, God's punishing sinners is never a sudden and hasty resolve, but is always the product of thought, and there is a counsel in that part of the will of God. If the sinner turn not, God will not turn. (2.) Now that they pleased him with their services; he said that he would do them good; and will he not be as true to his promises as he was to his threatenings? No doubt he will: "So again have I thought to do well to Jerusalem in those days, when you begin to hearken to the voice of God speaking to you by his prophets; and these thoughts also shall be performed."

IV. The use they are to make of these encouragements.

1.Let them take the comfort which these promises give to them: Fear you not (Zac 8:15); let your hands be strong (Zac 8:9); and both together (Zac 8:13), Fear not, but let your hands be strong. (1.) The difficulties they met with in their work must not drive them from it, nor make them go on heavily in it, for the issue would be good and the reward great. Let this therefore animate them to proceed with vigour and cheerfulness. (2.) The dangers they were exposed to from their enemies must not terrify them; those that have God for them, engaged to do them good, need not fear what man can do against them.

2.Let them do the duty which those promises call for from them, Zac 8:16, Zac 8:17. The very same duties which the former prophets pressed upon their fathers from the consideration of the wrath threatened (Zac 7:9, Zac 7:10) this prophet presses upon them from the consideration of the mercy promised: "Leave it to God, to perform for you what he has promised, in his own way and time, but upon condition that you make conscience of your duty. These are the things then that you shall do; this is your part of the covenant; these are the articles which you are to perform, fulfil, and keep, that you may not put a bar in your own door and stop the current of God's favours." (1.) "You must never tell a lie, but always speak as you think, and as the matter is, to the best of your knowledge: Speak you every man the truth to his neighbour, both in bargains and in common converse; dread every word that looks like a lie." This precept the apostle quotes (Eph 4:25), and backs it with this reason, We are members one of another. (2.) Those that are entrusted with the administration of public justice must see to it, not only that none be wronged by it, but that those who are wronged be righted by it: Execute the judgment of truth and peace in your gates. Let the judges that sit in the gates in all their judicial proceedings have regard both to truth and to peace; let them take care to do justice, to accommodate differences, and to prevent vexatious suits. it must be a judgment of truth in order to peace, and making those friends that were at variance, and a judgment of peace as far as is consistent with truth, and no further. (3.) No man must bear malice against his neighbour upon any account; this is the same with what we had Zac 7:10. We must not only keep our hands from doing evil, but we must watch over our hearts, that they imagine not any evil against our neighbour, Pro 3:29. Injury and mischief must be crushed in the thought, in the embryo. (4.) Great reverence must be had for an oath, and conscience made of it: "Never take a false oath, nay, love no false oath; that is, hate it, dread it, keep at a distance from it. Love not to impose oaths upon others, lest they swear falsely; love not that any should take a false oath for your benefit, and forswear themselves to do you a kindness." A very good reason is annexed against all these corrupt and wicked practices: "For all these are things that I hate, and therefore you must hate them if you expect to have God your friend." These things here forbidden are all of them found among the seven things which the Lord hates, Pro 6:16-19. Note, We must forbear sin, not only because God is angry at it, and therefore it is dangerous to us, but because he hates it, and therefore it ill becomes us and is a very ungrateful thing.

Matthew Henry (1662–1714) — Commentary on the Whole Bible. This section covers verses 9–17. Public domain.
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Commentary on Zechariah
(Verse 13 and following) And it shall be, as you were a curse among the nations, O house of Judah and house of Israel, so I will save you and you shall be a blessing. Do not fear, let your hands be strong. For thus says the Lord of hosts: Just as I purposed to afflict you, when your fathers provoked me to wrath, says the Lord, and I did not relent, so now I have purposed in these days to do good to Jerusalem and to the house of Judah. Do not fear. LXX: And it shall be, as you were a curse among the nations, O house of Judah and house of Israel, so I will save you, and you shall be a blessing. Fear not, let your hands be strong.' For thus says the LORD of hosts, 'As I purposed to bring disaster to you when your fathers provoked me to wrath, and I did not relent, says the LORD of hosts, so again have I purposed in these days to do good to Jerusalem and to the house of Judah; fear not. These things after the building of the temple promise to be in the future, that just as they were in all nations for a curse and for a hissing and for an example, the house of Judah and the house of Israel (namely, the two and ten tribes), so when they have been saved and returned to Judaea, they may be a blessing for all. Do not, he says, fear the rebellious adversaries: trust that what the Lord promises through me is true: strengthen your hands: fulfill the works that you have begun. For the cause of comfort, there is a promise of the Lord. For thus says the Almighty Lord, to whom nothing is impossible, who can fulfill what He promises: just as I have devised to afflict you and deliver you into captivity because your fathers provoked me to anger and I did not show mercy. And the Septuagint translated it as 'I did not repent', which is written in Hebrew as 'Ulo Naamathi'. But I did not show mercy in order to correct you with captivity and instruct you with all kinds of torments and afflictions. So now, at this present time, I have devised to do good to Jerusalem and the house of Judah. And it is to be noted that when he is angry, his curse is upon the nations of the house of Judah and the house of Israel, that is, all twelve tribes that were handed over to captivity. But when he plans to do good, he does not do so for Judah and Israel, that is, the two and ten tribes, namely Jerusalem and Samaria, Oollae and Oolibae; but leaving Israel in captivity, he does good to Jerusalem and the house of Judah: and he concludes by saying: Do not fear or be confident, in the sense that we have explained above. However, the Church and each individual believer can be understood in this way: that during times of persecution, they were a curse and an example to all the surrounding nations because they offended their Lord. And afterwards, they were a blessing when peace was restored. And all of this happened because the Lord, who was once angry, then had mercy on Jerusalem and on the Jews who confessed the faith of the Lord. Moreover, each of the believers who are expelled from the Church due to their sins and handed over to Satan for the destruction of the flesh (I Cor. V), so that they may learn not to blaspheme (I Tim. I), when they have repented, they shall return to their former state and shall see the peace of God and possess the glory of their confession. The heretics falsely accuse God, saying that he is either cruel or changeable, if he either does not repent or does repent, because it is written: \"I have not shown mercy or had pity\". For if he repents, they say he is changeable; if he does not repent, they assert he is cruel. However, God regretted that he had anointed Saul as king (1 Samuel 15). And concerning the Ninevites, to whom he had proclaimed through the prophet: \"Yet three days, and Nineveh shall be overthrown\" (Jonah 3:4), it is said that he himself changed his mind when they repented, not due to a fault of his unwise mind, but due to the variation of their actions, whether good or evil. For if they have done wrong, He threatens; if they have repented of their former sins, He shows mercy. God, who is always the same and cannot be changed, does not change; but when they have turned from evil to good works, He changes His own decree. He also speaks in Genesis: The outcry of Sodom and Gomorrah has multiplied, and their sins are very great. Therefore I will go down and see whether they have done altogether according to the outcry that has come to me, and if not, I will know. What he said is this: If they remain in anger, punishment will not be lacking for sinners; if they cease from insanity, they will become most worthy of my knowledge. But the Lord knows those who are His (2 Tim. 2:19). And the Apostle writes to the Galatians: But then, not knowing God (Gal. 4:8). And since God knows all things, and nothing can escape Him, neither past nor present nor future, He says in the Gospel that the wicked do not know Him: Depart from me, workers of iniquity, I do not know you (Luke 13:27). Therefore let us understand both the knowledge, and the repentance, and the anger, and the indignation, and all the affections of God, not with the fault of human speech, but with the sense of divine majesty.
Source: Quotations drawn from early Church Fathers and historical Christian theologians (AD 100–1500). Some quotes address the surrounding passage context rather than this verse alone.
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