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In that day, says Yahweh of hosts, shall you invite every man his neighbor under the vine and under the fig-tree.

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A Picture of Perfect Peace

Scholars explain that the image of inviting a neighbor "under the vine and under the fig-tree" was a well-known symbol for profound peace, security, and prosperity. It recalls the peaceful reign of Solomon and is used by other prophets like Micah to describe the ideal state of God's people, free from fear and anxiety.

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Zechariah

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Zechariah 3:10

18th Century

Theologian

Under the vine and under the fig tree - Micah had already made the description of the peaceful days of Solomon (1 Kings 4:25), a…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Zechariah 3:6–10

19th Century

Bishop

The angel of the Lord now proclaims to Joshua a fourfold promise:

  1. The confirmation of his official authority, and the elevation of his…

John Calvin

John Calvin

On Zechariah 3:10

16th Century

Theologian

We see from this verse that a particular time is signified by one day; for the Prophet wished to inspire the Jews with confidence, lest th…

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John Gill

John Gill

On Zechariah 3:10

17th Century

Pastor

In that day, says the Lord of hosts The Gospel dispensation, which began with the incarnation, sufferings, death, and res…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Zechariah 3:6–10

17th Century

Minister

All whom God calls to any office, He finds fit, or makes them so. The Lord will cause the sins of the believer to pass away by His sanctifying grac…