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Coke's Commentary on the Holy Bible

Zephaniah 3 - Introduction

A reproof of Jerusalem for diverse sins. An exhortation to wait for the restoration of Israel, and to rejoice for their salvation by God.

Before Christ 612.

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See also Zephaniah 3 - Introduction in other biblical comments:

  • Charles Box Commentaries

    GOD WILL RESTORE HIS PEOPLE Zephaniah Three Jerusalem had rebelled and now God's judgment was coming upon them. The princes, judges, prophets and priests that should have lead God's people in righteo...

  • Darby's translation notes (1890)

    1:1 (f-0) * (The title of this Book, 'Haggai'), Said to mean 'Festive' or 'Festival of Jehovah.' Darius (g-6) Darius Hystaspes. see Zechariah 1:1 ; Ezra 4:24 . by (h-25) Lit. 'by the hand of,' as ofte...

  • John Gill's Exposition of the Whole Bible

    INTRODUCTION TO ZEPHANIAH 3 In this chapter the character of the city of Jerusalem, and its inhabitants in general, is drawn, as it would be, and as it was, in the times of Christ and his apostles, Z...

  • Matthew Henry Commentary on the Whole Bible

    * Further reproofs for sin. (1-7) Encouragement to look for mercy. (8-13) Promises of future favour and prosperity. (14-20)...

  • Peter Pett's Commentary on the Bible

    CHAPTER 3 THE FUTURE HOPE. In this chapter Zephaniah continues the theme of the judgment coming on Judah and Jerusalem, describing her present rebellious state, but then he moves on to the eschatolog...

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