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Behold, the angel who talked with me went forth, and another angel went out to meet him,

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Angels on a Mission

The scene of one angel meeting another is not just a narrative detail. Commentators like John Calvin explain that this shows God's meticulous and active care for His people. He deploys His heavenly messengers in an organized way to bring a message of comfort and hope, demonstrating how precious the faithful are to Him.

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Zechariah

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Zechariah 2:3

18th Century

Theologian

The angel that talked with me went forth—probably to receive the explanation that was given to him for Zechariah; and another angel…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Zechariah 2:3

19th Century

Bishop

Went forth.—Literally, goes forth, from the prophet’s side, in the direction of the man who went to measure. Septuagint, …

John Calvin

John Calvin

On Zechariah 2:1–4

16th Century

Theologian

Another vision is now added for the same purpose; not because the former was difficult to understand, but because there was a need for confirmation…

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John Gill

John Gill

On Zechariah 2:3

17th Century

Pastor

And, behold, the angel that talked with me went forth
See (Zechariah 1:9Zechariah 1:13[Refer…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Zechariah 2:1–5

17th Century

Minister

The Son of David, that is, the Man Christ Jesus, whom the prophet sees with a measuring line in His hand, is the Master-Builder of His church. God …