KJV ORIGINAL
And the LORD answered the angel that talked with me with good words and comfortable words.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
And God responded to the angel who was talking with me, and his words were kind and comforting.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
When God speaks, he chooses words that heal and encourage.
📚 Historical Context
Zechariah was a prophet who ministered to the Jewish people after their return from exile in Babylon, around 520 BC, as they faced challenges in rebuilding the temple and restoring their nation. In this vision, Zechariah encounters an angel who serves as an intermediary, and God responds with encouraging words to assure the people of His ongoing care and plans for restoration. These "good and comfortable words" reflect God's mercy and promise of peace amid the hardships of post-exilic life.
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