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A Picture of Divine Peace
Commentators agree that the image of the elderly living to a ripe old age is a powerful symbol of God's promised peace. In a time marked by constant war where the vulnerable often perished, this vision showed a future where people would live long, full lives, dying of old age rather than violence. This security is a direct result of God dwelling with His people.
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Zechariah
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Albert Barnes
On Zechariah 8:4
18th Century
Theologian
There shall yet dwell old men and old women – Dionysius: “Men and women shall not be slain now, as before in the time of the Babylo…
Charles Ellicott
On Zechariah 8:4–5
19th Century
Bishop
This promise may well be regarded as having been fulfilled to the letter in the days of Simon the Maccabee (), when the ancient men sat in all …
Charles Spurgeon
On Zechariah 8:4–5
19th Century
Preacher
It is an indication that there is peace in the city when the children can play in the streets without fear. We may apply these verses spiritually t…
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John Calvin
On Zechariah 8:4
16th Century
Theologian
He confirms what we have already stated: that the Jews would be safe under the hand and protection of God, as He would dwell among them. He identif…
John Gill
On Zechariah 8:4
17th Century
Pastor
Thus says the Lord of hosts. These words are used at every consolatory promise given, as Kimchi observes, for the confirm…
Matthew Henry
On Zechariah 8:1–8
17th Century
Minister
The sins of Zion were her worst enemies. God will take away her sins, and then no other enemies will hurt her. Those who profess religion must ador…