KJV ORIGINAL
So the angel that communed with me said unto me, Cry thou, saying, Thus saith the LORD of hosts; I am jealous for Jerusalem and for Zion with a great jealousy.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
So the angel who was talking with me said, 'Go ahead and shout this out: This is what the LORD of all creation says — I am fiercely protective of Jerusalem and Zion. My love for them burns deep.'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God's love for his people isn't casual — it's the kind that would move heaven and earth to protect what matters to him.
📜 Historical Context — Why was this verse written?
The prophet Zechariah addressed the Jewish community who had returned to Judah from Babylonian exile around 520-518 BCE. It was written to encourage these returned exiles, who were discouraged and facing opposition while rebuilding the temple and Jerusalem.
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