Zechariah 1:21

Arabic Bible (GNA) Good News Arabic - 1993 (الترجمة العربية المشتركة)

فقُلتُ: «ماذا جاؤُوا يعمَلونَ؟» فقالَ: «تِلكَ القُرونُ بَعثَرَت شعبَ يَهوذا، حتّى لم يرفَعْ إنسانٌ رأسَهُ، فجاءَ هؤلاءِ الصُّنَّاعُ لِـيَجمَعوا شَملَهُم ويَقضوا بِمَطارِقِهِم على قُرونِ الأُمَمِ الّتي ا رتَفَعَت على أرضِ يَهوذا وبَعثَروا شعبَها».

What Does This Mean?

In this verse from Zechariah, the speaker asks about some figures he sees and is told they are 'horns' that have scattered Judah in the past but now come to remove these harmful forces. It describes a contrast between oppression and deliverance.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're playing with toy horns. Some of them make scary noises that scare everyone away, but others play happy tunes that bring friends back together. This verse is like that story, where God helps his people come back together after being scared away by bad guys.

Historical Background

Zechariah was a prophet who wrote this around 500 BC to encourage the returning exiles from Babylon. The book of Zechariah aims to inspire hope and rebuild faith among the Israelites who were rebuilding Jerusalem.

Living It Out Today

In today's context, we can see this verse as a reminder that even when bad things happen in our lives or communities, there is always hope for restoration and overcoming those challenges with God’s help. For example, after a difficult period at school, remember you have the strength to move past it.

Topics

• hope
• deliverance
• oppression
• restoration
• perseverance
• faith

Related Verses

• Jeremiah 50:27
• Daniel 8:3
• Psalm 75:4
• Ezekiel 16:29
• Isaiah 10:12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are 'horns' in this verse?

'Horns' symbolize power or dominance. In this context, they represent forces that have oppressed Judah but will soon be removed.

Who is speaking to Zechariah in this verse?

The speaker is not explicitly named but it's likely the angelic messenger guiding Zechariah through his visions and providing interpretations.

How does this relate to the return from exile?

This verse reassures the returning exiles that God will remove the oppressive powers that scattered them, leading to a time of restoration for Judah.

What can we learn about hope and deliverance from Zechariah 1:21?

We learn that even in times of despair or oppression, there is always hope for God’s intervention and ultimate deliverance. This verse encourages perseverance through difficult circumstances.