Zechariah 7:13

Authorized King James Version

Therefore it is come to pass, that as he cried, and they would not hear; so they cried, and I would not hear, saith the LORD of hosts:

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
וַיְהִ֥י
H1961
to exist, i.e., be or become, come to pass (always emphatic, and not a mere copula or auxiliary)
#2
כַאֲשֶׁר
H834
who, which, what, that; also (as an adverb and a conjunction) when, where, how, because, in order that, etc
#3
יִקְרְאוּ֙
H7121
Therefore it is come to pass that as he cried
to call out to (i.e., properly, address by name, but used in a wide variety of applications)
#4
וְלֹ֣א
H3808
not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often used with other particles
#5
אֶשְׁמָ֔ע
H8085
and I would not hear
to hear intelligently (often with implication of attention, obedience, etc.; causatively, to tell, etc.)
#6
כֵּ֤ן
H3651
properly, set upright; hence (figuratively as adjective) just; but usually (as adverb or conjunction) rightly or so (in various applications to manner
#7
יִקְרְאוּ֙
H7121
Therefore it is come to pass that as he cried
to call out to (i.e., properly, address by name, but used in a wide variety of applications)
#8
וְלֹ֣א
H3808
not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often used with other particles
#9
אֶשְׁמָ֔ע
H8085
and I would not hear
to hear intelligently (often with implication of attention, obedience, etc.; causatively, to tell, etc.)
#10
אָמַ֖ר
H559
saith
to say (used with great latitude)
#11
יְהוָ֥ה
H3068
the LORD
(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god
#12
צְבָאֽוֹת׃
H6635
of hosts
a mass of persons (or figuratively, things), especially reg. organized for war (an army); by implication, a campaign, literally or figuratively (speci

Analysis

Within the broader context of Zechariah, this passage highlights salvation through simile or metaphorical language. The theological weight of divine sovereignty connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine sovereignty, contributing to our understanding of God's nature and relationship with humanity. This verse contributes to the book's overall argument by building upon previous themes while advancing the overall message of Zechariah.

Historical Context

The historical context of the biblical period relevant to this book's composition provides crucial background for understanding this verse. The historical and cultural milieu of the biblical world informed the author's theological expression and the audience's understanding. The the cultural context of the biblical world would have shaped how the original audience understood divine sovereignty. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection