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For, behold, I will shake my hand over them, and they shall be a spoil to those who served them; and you shall know that Yahweh of Hosts has sent me.
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God's Effortless Victory
Commentators highlight the phrase "I will shake my hand" to show God's immense power. Defeating the enemies of His people is not a difficult struggle for Him. As John Calvin notes, God doesn't need a large army or a great effort; a simple gesture of His hand is enough to demonstrate His absolute sovereignty and bring about victory.
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Zechariah
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18th Century
Theologian
For behold I will shake My hand against them – As God promised long ago against the enemies of His people, and they will be spoils …
19th Century
Bishop
This address to Zion may be taken as the words of the prophet himself, or of the angel who had been speaking before. In any case, it was intended t…
16th Century
Christ continues to relate the commands of the Father, for He speaks in the Father's person when He says, Behold, I shake my hand over them
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17th Century
Pastor
For, behold, I will shake mine hand upon them The nations; either the Babylonian, or the antichristian states; meaning, t…
Minister
If God will build Jerusalem for the people and their comfort, they must inhabit it for Him and His glory. The promises and privileges with which Go…