Zechariah 12:5

Zechariah · Old Testament · Chapter 12

“And the governors of Judah shall say in their heart, The inhabitants of Jerusalem shall be my strength in the LORD of hosts their God.”Zechariah 12:5

What Does Zechariah 12:5 Mean?

Zechariah 12:5 is found in the book of Zechariah, chapter 12, verse 5 of the Old Testament. This verse connects to 20 other passages through cross-references, placing it within a rich network of biblical meaning.

Cross-References (20)

These passages are connected to Zechariah 12:5 through shared themes, quotations, or prophetic fulfillment.

Jeremiah 29:11“For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end.”Zechariah 10:12“And I will strengthen them in the LORD; and they shall walk up and down in his name, saith the LORD.”Psalms 18:32“It is God that girdeth me with strength, and maketh my way perfect.”Joel 3:16“The LORD also shall roar out of Zion, and utter his voice from Jerusalem; and the heavens and the earth shall shake: but the LORD will be the hope of his people, and the strength of the children of Israel.”Psalms 18:39“For thou hast girded me with strength unto the battle: thou hast subdued under me those that rose up against me.”Psalms 144:1“Blessed be the LORD my strength, which teacheth my hands to war, and my fingers to fight:”Psalms 20:6“Now know I that the LORD saveth his anointed; he will hear him from his holy heaven with the saving strength of his right hand.”Psalms 46:1“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.”Isaiah 28:6“And for a spirit of judgment to him that sitteth in judgment, and for strength to them that turn the battle to the gate.”Isaiah 41:10“Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.”2 Corinthians 12:9“And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.”Judges 5:9“My heart is toward the governors of Israel, that offered themselves willingly among the people. Bless ye the LORD.”Psalms 68:34“Ascribe ye strength unto God: his excellency is over Israel, and his strength is in the clouds.”Psalms 118:10“All nations compassed me about: but in the name of the LORD will I destroy them.”Isaiah 1:10“Hear the word of the LORD, ye rulers of Sodom; give ear unto the law of our God, ye people of Gomorrah.”Isaiah 1:23“Thy princes are rebellious, and companions of thieves: every one loveth gifts, and followeth after rewards: they judge not the fatherless, neither doth the cause of the widow come unto them.”Isaiah 1:26“And I will restore thy judges as at the first, and thy counsellors as at the beginning: afterward thou shalt be called, The city of righteousness, the faithful city.”Isaiah 29:10“For the LORD hath poured out upon you the spirit of deep sleep, and hath closed your eyes: the prophets and your rulers, the seers hath he covered.”Isaiah 32:1“Behold, a king shall reign in righteousness, and princes shall rule in judgment.”Isaiah 60:17“For brass I will bring gold, and for iron I will bring silver, and for wood brass, and for stones iron: I will also make thy officers peace, and thine exactors righteousness.”

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