The book of Zechariah
The Book of Zechariah
What is the book of Zechariah about?
The book of Zechariah tells us about another postexilic prophet (like Haggai) who encourages the Jewish people to rebuild the temple in Jerusalem because of former Babylonian captivity. A future of hope also awaits them as he gives several prophesies about the coming Messiah and the end of times where the Lord shall be king over all the earth.
The main purpose of this book (and his message to the people) was to motivate the Jewish people in complete the rebuilding of the temple and encourage spiritual renewl.
Who wrote the book of Zechariah?
The author of Zechariah is Zechariah himself.
Who is the audience?
The postexilic Jews living in the southern kingdom of Judah.
Timeframe Zechariah was written:
Written sometime between 520-480 BC.
"In short" (One sentence summary):
The book of Zechariah, like Haggai, urges the Jewish people to rebuild the temple and also gives several prophecies of the coming Messiah, Jesus Christ.
Fun facts about Zechariah/Did you know?
Zechariah's prophecy of the Messiah riding a donkey into Jerusalem (9:9) was fulfilled in Jesus' triumphal entry as outlined in the book of Matthew.
