KJV ORIGINAL
Then came the word of the LORD of hosts unto me, saying,
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Then God spoke to me and said,
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God had something important to say, and he chose to share it.
📚 Historical Context
Zechariah was a prophet who ministered around 520 BC, during the time when the Jewish people had returned from exile in Babylon and were rebuilding the temple in Jerusalem. In Zechariah 7, a delegation from Bethel comes to inquire about whether they should continue fasting to commemorate the destruction of the city, reflecting ongoing questions about religious practices in a restored nation. This verse introduces God's direct response through the prophet, emphasizing that true worship involves justice and mercy rather than mere rituals.
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