KJV ORIGINAL
Thus speaketh the LORD of hosts, saying, Execute true judgment, and shew mercy and compassions every man to his brother:
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
This is what the LORD says: Make fair decisions, and show real mercy and compassion to each other.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God's message is simple: be fair and be kind to everyone around you.
📚 Historical Context
Zechariah was a prophet who ministered to the Jewish people after their return from exile in Babylon around 520 BC, during the time of rebuilding the temple and restoring community life. In this verse, God responds to questions about fasting by emphasizing that true obedience involves practicing justice and mercy, rather than relying on empty religious rituals. This message echoes earlier prophetic calls for ethical living, highlighting how Israel's history of disobedience led to their exile.
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