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The Spirit of God came on Zechariah the son of Jehoiada the priest; and he stood above the people, and said to them, Thus says God, Why disobey you the commandments of Yahweh, so that you can`t prosper? because you have forsaken Yahweh, he has also forsaken you.

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Clothed by the Spirit

Commentators note that the phrase "the Spirit of God came upon" Zechariah literally means the Spirit "clothed" or "invested" him. This signifies that his message was not his own opinion but a direct, authoritative word from God, delivered through a person supernaturally empowered for the task.

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2 Chronicles

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On 2 Chronicles 24:20

18th Century

Theologian

Stood above the people - Zechariah, the high priest, took an elevated position, perhaps on the steps of the inner court, which was raised ab…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On 2 Chronicles 24:20

19th Century

Bishop

And the Spirit of God came upon. —Literally, clothed, invested. (See Note on 1 Chronicles 12:18.)

Charles Spurgeon

Charles Spurgeon

On 2 Chronicles 24:20

19th Century

Preacher

He spoke very temperately and affectionately. The warning was faithful; but it was delivered in the very best and kindest spirit. But now see what …

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John Gill

John Gill

On 2 Chronicles 24:20

17th Century

Pastor

And the Spirit of the Lord came upon Zechariah the son of
Jehoiada the priest
The spi…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On 2 Chronicles 24:15–27

17th Century

Minister

See what a great judgment the death of godly, zealous, useful people is on any prince or people. See how necessary it is that we act in religion fr…