Zechariah 13:7

Chinese Simplified CUNPSS Script Union (新标点和合本, 神版)

万军之耶和华说： 刀剑哪，应当兴起， 攻击我的牧人和我的同伴。 击打牧人，羊就分散； 我必反手加在微小者的身上。

这是什么意思？

In Zechariah 13:7, God (the LORD of hosts) is speaking and says that he will allow his shepherd to be attacked. This means the sheep under his care will scatter. The little ones are those who will receive special attention afterward.

儿童解释

Imagine a farmer saying, 'Let my sheepdog get hurt so all the sheep run away.' It sounds sad but sometimes things need to change before they can get better. God promises he’ll take extra good care of the young sheep later on.

历史背景

Zechariah wrote this prophecy around 520-518 BCE, likely during the rebuilding of Jerusalem after exile. The audience was Israelites returning from Babylonian captivity, and it reflects their hope for restoration and a future messiah.

今日应用

Consider a modern scenario where a school principal must leave suddenly due to unforeseen circumstances. This causes confusion among students and staff but also opens up new opportunities for growth and change within the community.

主题

• prophesy
• leadership
• sacrifice
• restoration
• shepherd imagery
• divine intervention

相关经文

• Matthew 26:31
• John 10:11-14
• Psalm 78:53
• Isaiah 40:11
• Ezekiel 34:23

常见问题

Who is the 'shepherd' mentioned in this verse?

The shepherd refers to a leader or a guide, often interpreted as a prophetic reference to Jesus Christ.

Why does God say 'smite the shepherd'?

This act symbolizes the suffering of the shepherd for the sake of the sheep. It is a precursor to a greater plan of restoration and salvation.

What does it mean that the sheep shall be scattered?

The scattering represents confusion or dispersion among followers, often seen as a result of leadership loss but leading to new beginnings.

How can we apply this verse in our daily lives?

We can see this as an encouragement for perseverance and trust in God's plan even when leaders fall, understanding that there is hope for restoration.