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Frederick Brotherton Meyer's Commentary

Zechariah 8:1-17


Truth and Love Must Prevail

Zechariah 8:1-17

In his third answer Zechariah dilates on the prosperity awaiting the chosen city. The Lord had returned, to dwell there, and the old men and women who were at the end of life should join with the happy boys and girls who were at the beginning in the enjoyment of the blessings of peace. Exiles also would return to people the former desolations. But with these delightful forecasts ensue reiterated appeals.

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