Reading Zechariah

Zechariah is a book closely tied to Haggai. The two prophets served in similar times, preached similar messages, and formatted their prophecies in similar ways. One difference however is that Zechariah is more finely tuned to Messianic prophecies. His predictions are pointed towards the coming Messiah, with eight visions included with additional visions of the Messianic kingdom.

Zechariah focuses on the rebuilding of the temple firstly. He includes eight visions that all talk about rebuilding the temple. Then he shifts towards visions of the coming kingdom, specifically the coming Messiah. He talks about this Messiah as a King, Shepherd, Leader and above all else, someone who can restore the nation. Interestingly, Jesus fulfills all of these prophecies perfectly. Two books later in this Bible, comes the story of the promised Messiah.

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