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Zechariah 6:14Meaning & Commentary from the Church Fathers

And the crowns shall be to Helem, and Tobias, and Idaias, and to Hem, the son of Sophonias, a memorial in the temple of the Lord.

Douay-Rheims

וְהָעֲטָרֹ֗ת תִּֽהְיֶה֙ לְחֵ֙לֶם֙ וּלְטוֹבִיָּ֣ה וְלִידַֽעְיָ֔ה וּלְחֵ֖ן בֶּן־צְפַנְיָ֑ה לְזִכָּר֖וֹן בְּהֵיכַ֥ל יְהוָֽה׃

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Theodoret of Cyrus

5th centuryChurch Father

The Prophet prophesies all these matters regarding Zerubbabel, depicting him not as one who has not yet come into existence, but rather as one who has yet to receive divine authority. He refers to Zerubbabel as the East, for like a beacon of light, he illuminated those residing in Jerusalem who were surrounded by trials and the shadows of misfortune. He proclaims that he will fulfill the construction of God's temple, will take his place on the royal throne, will honor the bishop in every way, and will maintain such unity with him that he will undertake no action without his consent.

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This promise is extended not only to those present but also to those who long for the reward, whom he designates as ‘those who are keyed and understand it.’ Furthermore, Josiah the son of Sophonias, who provided the means for the crown, will receive honor for his role, as the Prophet articulates with the phrase: ‘and in favor to the son of Sophonias.’ He further addresses the location of Divine Worship:

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