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translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/zechariah/6.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />The word of the LORD came to me:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/zechariah/6.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />Then I received another message from the LORD:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/zechariah/6.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />And the word of the LORD came to me:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/zechariah/6.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />The word of the LORD also came to me, saying,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/zechariah/6.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />And the word of the LORD came unto me, saying,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/zechariah/6.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Then the word of the LORD came to me, saying:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/zechariah/6.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />The word of the LORD also came to me, saying,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/zechariah/6.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />The word of the LORD also came to me, saying,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/zechariah/6.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />The word of the LORD also came to me saying,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/zechariah/6.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />And the word of Yahweh came to me, saying,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/zechariah/6.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />The word of the LORD also came to me, saying,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/zechariah/6.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />The word of the LORD came to me:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/zechariah/6.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />The word of the LORD came to me:&#8221<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/zechariah/6.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />And the word of Jehovah came unto me, saying,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/zechariah/6.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />The LORD said to me: <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/zechariah/6.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />And the word of the LORD came unto me, saying,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/zechariah/6.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />The LORD spoke his word to me. He said,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/zechariah/6.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />The LORD gave me this message. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/zechariah/6.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Then this message from the LORD came to me: <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/zechariah/6.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />The word of the LORD also came to me, saying,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/zechariah/6.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />The word of the LORD came to me as follows:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/zechariah/6.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />The word of the LORD came to me, saying,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/zechariah/6.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />And the word of the LORD came to me, saying,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/zechariah/6.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Yahweh’s word came to me, saying, <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/zechariah/6.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />And there is a word of YHWH to me, saying,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/zechariah/6.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> And there is a word of Jehovah unto me, saying,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/zechariah/6.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And the word of Jehovah will be to me, saying,<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/zechariah/6.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />And the word of the Lord came to me, saying : <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/zechariah/6.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />And the word of the Lord came to me, saying:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/zechariah/6.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Then the word of the LORD came to me:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/zechariah/6.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />The word of the LORD came to me:<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/zechariah/6.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />And the word of the LORD came to me, saying,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/zechariah/6.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And the word of LORD JEHOVAH was upon me, saying:<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/zechariah/6.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />And the word of the LORD came unto me, saying:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/zechariah/6.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />And the word of the Lord came to me, saying,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/zechariah/6-9.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/CFPk_KgOyMk?start=797" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/zechariah/6.htm">The Crown and the Temple</a></span><br> <span class="reftext">9</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/1697.htm" title="1697: ḏə·ḇar- (N-msc) -- Speech, word. From dabar; a word; by implication, a matter or thing; adverbially, a cause.">The word</a> <a href="/hebrew/3068.htm" title="3068: Yah·weh (N-proper-ms) -- The proper name of the God of Israel. From hayah; self-Existent or Eternal; Jehovah, Jewish national name of God.">of the LORD</a> <a href="/hebrew/1961.htm" title="1961: way·hî (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms) -- To fall out, come to pass, become, be. A primitive root; to exist, i.e. Be or become, come to pass.">also came</a> <a href="/hebrew/413.htm" title="413: ’ê·lay (Prep:: 1cs) -- To, into, towards. ">to me,</a> <a href="/hebrew/559.htm" title="559: lê·mōr (Prep-l:: V-Qal-Inf) -- To utter, say. A primitive root; to say.">saying,</a> </span><span class="reftext">10</span>“Take an offering from the exiles—from Heldai, Tobijah, and Jedaiah, who have arrived from Babylon—and go that same day to the house of Josiah son of Zephaniah.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/exodus/25-2.htm">Exodus 25:2</a></span><br />“Tell the Israelites to bring Me an offering. You are to receive My offering from every man whose heart compels him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/29-6.htm">1 Chronicles 29:6-9</a></span><br />Then the leaders of the families, the officers of the tribes of Israel, the commanders of thousands and of hundreds, and the officials in charge of the king’s work gave willingly. / Toward the service of God’s house they gave 5,000 talents and 10,000 darics of gold, 10,000 talents of silver, 18,000 talents of bronze, and 100,000 talents of iron. / Whoever had precious stones gave them to the treasury of the house of the LORD, under the care of Jehiel the Gershonite. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ezra/1-4.htm">Ezra 1:4</a></span><br />And let every survivor, wherever he lives, be assisted by the men of that region with silver, gold, goods, and livestock, along with a freewill offering for the house of God in Jerusalem.’”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ezra/2-68.htm">Ezra 2:68-69</a></span><br />When they arrived at the house of the LORD in Jerusalem, some of the heads of the families gave freewill offerings to rebuild the house of God on its original site. / According to their ability, they gave to the treasury for this work 61,000 darics of gold, 5,000 minas of silver, and 100 priestly garments.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/7-70.htm">Nehemiah 7:70-72</a></span><br />Some of the heads of the families contributed to the project. The governor gave to the treasury 1,000 darics of gold, 50 bowls, and 530 priestly garments. / And some of the heads of the families gave to the treasury for the project 20,000 darics of gold and 2,200 minas of silver. / The rest of the people gave a total of 20,000 darics of gold, 2,000 minas of silver, and 67 priestly garments.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/haggai/1-8.htm">Haggai 1:8</a></span><br />Go up into the hills, bring down lumber, and build the house, so that I may take pleasure in it and be glorified, says the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/haggai/2-8.htm">Haggai 2:8</a></span><br />The silver is Mine, and the gold is Mine, declares the LORD of Hosts.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/60-9.htm">Isaiah 60:9</a></span><br />Surely the islands will wait for Me, with the ships of Tarshish in the lead, to bring your children from afar, with their silver and gold, to the honor of the LORD your God, the Holy One of Israel, for He has glorified you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/60-17.htm">Isaiah 60:17</a></span><br />Instead of bronze I will bring you gold; I will bring silver in place of iron, bronze instead of wood, and iron instead of stones. I will appoint peace as your governor and righteousness as your ruler.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/23-5.htm">Jeremiah 23:5</a></span><br />Behold, the days are coming, declares the LORD, when I will raise up for David a righteous Branch, and He will reign wisely as King and will administer justice and righteousness in the land.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/33-14.htm">Jeremiah 33:14-15</a></span><br />Behold, the days are coming, declares the LORD, when I will fulfill the gracious promise that I have spoken to the house of Israel and the house of Judah. / In those days and at that time I will cause to sprout for David a righteous Branch, and He will administer justice and righteousness in the land.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/2-11.htm">Matthew 2:11</a></span><br />On coming to the house, they saw the Child with His mother Mary, and they fell down and worshiped Him. Then they opened their treasures and presented Him with gifts of gold and frankincense and myrrh.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/21-5.htm">Matthew 21:5</a></span><br />“Say to the Daughter of Zion, ‘See, your King comes to you, gentle and riding on a donkey, on a colt, the foal of a donkey.’”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/19-35.htm">Luke 19:35-38</a></span><br />Then they led the colt to Jesus, threw their cloaks over it, and put Jesus on it. / As He rode along, the people spread their cloaks on the road. / And as He approached the descent from the Mount of Olives, the whole multitude of disciples began to praise God joyfully in a loud voice for all the miracles they had seen: ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/12-13.htm">John 12:13-15</a></span><br />They took palm branches and went out to meet Him, shouting: “Hosanna!” “Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord!” “Blessed is the King of Israel!” / Finding a young donkey, Jesus sat on it, as it is written: / “Do not be afraid, O Daughter of Zion. See, your King is coming, seated on the colt of a donkey.”</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">And the word of the LORD came to me, saying,</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/zechariah/1-1.htm">Zechariah 1:1</a></b></br> In the eighth month, in the second year of Darius, came the word of the LORD unto Zechariah, the son of Berechiah, the son of Iddo the prophet, saying,</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/zechariah/7-1.htm">Zechariah 7:1</a></b></br> And it came to pass in the fourth year of king Darius, <i>that</i> the word of the LORD came unto Zechariah in the fourth <i>day</i> of the ninth month, <i>even</i> in Chisleu;</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/zechariah/8-1.htm">Zechariah 8:1</a></b></br> Again the word of the LORD of hosts came <i>to me</i>, saying,</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/zechariah/4-8.htm">Word</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/zechariah/7-1.htm">Word</a><div class="vheading2">Zechariah 6</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/zechariah/6-1.htm">The vision of the four chariots.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">9. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/zechariah/6-9.htm">By the crowns of Joshua are shown the temple and kingdom of Christ the Branch.</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/zechariah/6.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/zechariah/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/zechariah/6.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>The word of the LORD</b><br>This phrase indicates divine revelation, a common introduction in prophetic literature, signifying that the message is from God. It underscores the authority and authenticity of the prophecy. Similar phrases are found throughout the Old Testament, emphasizing the consistency of God's communication with His prophets (e.g., <a href="/jeremiah/1-4.htm">Jeremiah 1:4</a>, <a href="/ezekiel/1-3.htm">Ezekiel 1:3</a>).<p><b>also came to me</b><br>The use of "also" suggests continuity in the prophetic messages given to Zechariah. It implies that this is part of an ongoing dialogue between God and the prophet. Zechariah, a post-exilic prophet, received multiple visions and messages, which were crucial for guiding the returned exiles in rebuilding the temple and restoring their community.<p><b>saying</b><br>This introduces the specific content of the divine message. In the context of Zechariah, the messages often contained instructions, encouragement, or future promises. The prophetic word often served to direct the people of Israel, providing them with guidance and hope during challenging times.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/z/zechariah.htm">Zechariah</a></b><br>A prophet of the post-exilic period, Zechariah was instrumental in encouraging the Jewish people to rebuild the temple in Jerusalem after their return from Babylonian exile. His prophecies often contain visions and symbolic acts that point to future hope and restoration.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_lord.htm">The LORD</a></b><br>The covenant name of God, Yahweh, who communicates His will and plans through His prophets. In this context, the LORD is the source of the prophetic message given to Zechariah.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/j/jerusalem.htm">Jerusalem</a></b><br>The central place of worship and the city where the temple was to be rebuilt. It holds significant importance as the spiritual and political center for the Jewish people.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_exiles.htm">The Exiles</a></b><br>The Jewish people who returned from Babylonian captivity. They faced the challenge of rebuilding their lives and the temple amidst opposition and limited resources.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_temple.htm">The Temple</a></b><br>The focal point of Jewish worship and the symbol of God's presence among His people. The rebuilding of the temple was a central theme in Zechariah's prophecies.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_obedience_to_god's_word.htm">The Importance of Obedience to God's Word</a></b><br>Zechariah received a direct word from the LORD, emphasizing the importance of listening to and obeying God's instructions. In our lives, we should prioritize seeking and following God's guidance through Scripture and prayer.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_faithfulness_in_restoration.htm">God's Faithfulness in Restoration</a></b><br>The message to Zechariah underscores God's commitment to restoring His people and His temple. We can trust in God's faithfulness to restore and renew us, even after periods of difficulty or disobedience.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_prophets_in_god's_plan.htm">The Role of Prophets in God's Plan</a></b><br>Prophets like Zechariah played a crucial role in communicating God's will and encouraging His people. We should value the prophetic voices in Scripture and be open to how God might speak to us today through His Word and Spirit.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_significance_of_the_temple.htm">The Significance of the Temple</a></b><br>The temple was central to Jewish worship and identity. For Christians, this points to the importance of the church as the body of Christ and the dwelling place of the Holy Spirit. We should actively participate in and support our local church communities.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/h/hope_and_encouragement_in_times_of_challenge.htm">Hope and Encouragement in Times of Challenge</a></b><br>The exiles faced significant challenges in rebuilding the temple, yet God's word through Zechariah provided hope and encouragement. In our own challenges, we can find strength and hope in God's promises and presence.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_zechariah_6.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Zechariah 6</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_there_proof_joshua's_crowning_occurred.htm">What evidence exists that Joshua’s crowning (Zechariah 6:9–15) actually took place as recorded, given the lack of external documentation?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_the_bible_say_on_respect.htm">What does the Bible teach about respect?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_bloodguilt_mean.htm">What does bloodguilt mean?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_beliefs_ensure_salvation.htm">What does 'The Lord rebuke you' mean in the Bible?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/zechariah/6.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verses 9-15.</span> - § 11. <span class="accented">A symbolical action</span> - <span class="accented">the crowning of the high priest.</span> <span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 9.</span> - The preceding visions having come to an end, they are now confirmed by a public act which should show the glory of the future temple, the acceptance of the members of the theocracy, and the King and Priest who Was to come. <span class="cmt_word">Came unto me.</span> This was probably on the morning after the night of visions, or as soon as he had divulged them to the people. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/zechariah/6-9.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">The word</span><br /><span class="heb">דְבַר־</span> <span class="translit">(ḏə·ḇar-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1697.htm">Strong's 1697: </a> </span><span class="str2">A word, a matter, thing, a cause</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of the LORD</span><br /><span class="heb">יְהוָ֖ה</span> <span class="translit">(Yah·weh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3068.htm">Strong's 3068: </a> </span><span class="str2">LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel</span><br /><br /><span class="word">also came</span><br /><span class="heb">וַיְהִ֥י</span> <span class="translit">(way·hî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1961.htm">Strong's 1961: </a> </span><span class="str2">To fall out, come to pass, become, be</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to me,</span><br /><span class="heb">אֵלַ֥י</span> <span class="translit">(’ê·lay)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_413.htm">Strong's 413: </a> </span><span class="str2">Near, with, among, to</span><br /><br /><span class="word">saying,</span><br /><span class="heb">לֵאמֹֽר׃</span> <span class="translit">(lê·mōr)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_559.htm">Strong's 559: </a> </span><span class="str2">To utter, say</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/zechariah/6-9.htm">Zechariah 6:9 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/zechariah/6-9.htm">Zechariah 6:9 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/zechariah/6-9.htm">Zechariah 6:9 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/zechariah/6-9.htm">Zechariah 6:9 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/zechariah/6-9.htm">Zechariah 6:9 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/zechariah/6-9.htm">Zechariah 6:9 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/zechariah/6-9.htm">Zechariah 6:9 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/zechariah/6-9.htm">Zechariah 6:9 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/zechariah/6-9.htm">Zechariah 6:9 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/zechariah/6-9.htm">Zechariah 6:9 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/zechariah/6-9.htm">OT Prophets: Zechariah 6:9 The word of Yahweh came to me (Zech. 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