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Zechariah, 13

1. When that day comes, clansmen of David and citizens of Jerusalem shall have a fountain flowing openly, of guilt to rid them, and of defilement.

2. A time shall come, says the Lord of hosts, when I will efface the memory of the false gods; the very names of them shall be forgotten; banish, too, the false prophets, and the unclean spirit they echo.

3. Dares one of them prophesy again, all men will turn against him, even the parents that begot him; Still at thy lying, and in the Lord’s name? Thou shalt die for it! And with a javelin’s thrust father and mother will take the life they gave.

4. When that day comes, never a prophet but shall rue the false vision he trusted in. Deceitful garb of sackcloth each one shall throw aside;

5. No prophet am I, but a simple peasant, that grew up to follow Adam’s trade!✻

6. Ask they, What wounds be these in thy clasped hands?✻ Thus wounded was I, he shall answer, in the house of my friends.✻

7. Up, sword, and attack this shepherd of mine, neighbour of mine, says the Lord of hosts.✻ Smite shepherd, and his flock shall scatter; so upon the common folk my vengeance shall fall.

8. All over this land, the Lord says, two thirds of them are forfeit to destruction, only a third shall be left to dwell there;

9. and this third part, through fire I will lead them; purged they shall be as silver is purged, tried as gold is tried. Theirs on my name to call, their plea mine to grant; My own people, so I greet them, and they answer, The Lord is my own God.


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13:1 - The purification of Israel is promised in the future, when a fountain will be opened for the remission of sins and impurity. This points to the redemptive work of Christ, which offers complete forgiveness to all believers (see also John 19:34 and 1 John 1:7).

13:2-6 - The prophecy about the eradication of false idols and prophets symbolizes the end of idolatry and the restoration of true worship of God. The destruction of falsehood is an essential part of the purification of God's people (see also 1 Corinthians 10:14 and 1 John 5:21).

13:7-9 - The promise that God will purify His people through fire reflects the process of spiritual refining, in which true faith will be separated from false faith. This is illustrated by the reference to the "smitten shepherd," which applies to Christ's passion and suffering for his people (see also Matthew 26:31-35 and 1 Peter 1:6-7).

13:7-9 - The "smitten shepherd" is a direct reference to the suffering of Christ, who would be abandoned by His disciples, but through this suffering, God would purify His people. The promise to restore the remnant of Israel points to the future of the Church (see also Isaiah 53:3-5 and Luke 22:61-62).

13:9 - The promise to refine the remnant of Israel like gold and silver speaks to the process of sanctification that believers go through, being purified and made more like Christ (see also 1 Peter 1:6-7 and Malachi 3:3).

Versos relacionados con Zechariah, 13:

Zechariah chapter 13 promises purification and refinement for God's people. How will the Lord sanctify His nation? This profound text announces an open source for purification, the removal of idolatry and false prophets. The chapter includes the enigmatic prophecy about the wounded shepherd and the scattered flock. Zechariah 13 explores themes such as sanctification, divine judgment, and the suffering of the Messiah. Consider with us five biblical passages that illuminate the central themes of this transformative chapter.

Matthew 26:31: "Then Jesus said to them, 'Tonight you will all abandon me. For it is written: 'I will strike the shepherd, and the sheep of the flock will be scattered.'" - Jesus directly quotes Zechariah 13:7, applying it to himself as the shepherd who would be wounded.

1 Peter 1:7: "Therefore, the faith you have, much more precious than perishable gold, even if refined by fire, is genuine and will result in praise, glory and honor when Jesus Christ is revealed." - This verse reflects the theme of Zechariah 13:9 about the refinement of God's people through fire.

Ezekiel 36:25: "I will sprinkle pure water on you and you will be clean; I will cleanse them from all their impurities and from all their idols." - This passage echoes the theme of Zechariah 13:1 about cleansing from sin.

Revelation 7:14: "I replied, 'Lord, you know.' Then he said to me, 'These are they who came out of the great tribulation; They washed their clothes and made them white in the blood of the Lamb.'" - This verse reflects the theme of Zechariah 13 about the purification of God's people.

Hebrews 9:14: "How much more will the blood of Christ, who through the eternal Spirit offered himself immaculately to God, purify our conscience from acts that lead to death, so that we may serve the living God!" - This passage relates to the theme of purification in Zechariah 13:1.

FAQ:

What is the fountain of purification mentioned in Zechariah 13?

The source of purification is the blood of Christ, which is shed to cleanse people from their sins and restore their relationship with God. (Zechariah 13:1)

What does Zechariah 13 say about false prophets?

Zechariah 13 warns against false prophets, who deceive God's people, and describes a time when these prophets will be punished and cast out. (Zechariah 13:2-4)

What does the shepherd's blow in Zechariah 13 mean?

The shepherd's blow symbolizes the death of the Messiah, who would be struck by his enemies, representing Jesus' suffering on the cross. (Zechariah 13:7)

What will the future be like for the remnant of Israel in Zechariah 13?

The remnant of Israel will be purified through suffering and will turn to God with a sincere heart, living in faith and righteousness. (Zechariah 13:9)


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