New International VersionThe angel of the LORD gave this charge to Joshua:
New Living TranslationThen the angel of the LORD spoke very solemnly to Jeshua and said,
English Standard VersionAnd the angel of the LORD solemnly assured Joshua,
Berean Standard BibleThen the angel of the LORD gave this charge to Joshua:
King James BibleAnd the angel of the LORD protested unto Joshua, saying,
New King James VersionThen the Angel of the LORD admonished Joshua, saying,
New American Standard BibleAnd the angel of the LORD admonished Joshua, saying,
NASB 1995And the angel of the LORD admonished Joshua, saying,
NASB 1977And the angel of the LORD admonished Joshua saying,
Legacy Standard BibleAnd the angel of Yahweh testified to Joshua, saying,
Amplified BibleAnd the Angel of the LORD [solemnly and earnestly] admonished Joshua, saying,
Christian Standard BibleThen the angel of the LORD charged Joshua,
Holman Christian Standard BibleThen the Angel of the LORD charged Joshua: “
American Standard VersionAnd the angel of Jehovah protested unto Joshua, saying,
Contemporary English VersionAfter this, the angel encouraged Joshua by telling him that the LORD All-Powerful had promised:
English Revised VersionAnd the angel of the LORD protested unto Joshua, saying,
GOD'S WORD® TranslationThe Messenger of the LORD advised Joshua,
Good News TranslationThen the angel told Joshua that
International Standard VersionThen the angel of the LORD gave this charge to Joshua:
NET BibleThen the angel of the LORD exhorted Joshua solemnly:
New Heart English BibleThe angel of the LORD protested to Joshua, saying,
Webster's Bible TranslationAnd the angel of the LORD protested to Joshua, saying, Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThen the angel of the LORD gave this charge to Joshua:
World English BibleYahweh’s angel solomnly assured Joshua, saying, Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand the Messenger of YHWH protests to Joshua, saying,
Young's Literal Translation and the messenger of Jehovah doth protest to Joshua, saying:
Smith's Literal TranslationAnd the messenger of Jehovah will protest to Joshua, saying, Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd the angel of the Lord protested to Jesus, saying:
Catholic Public Domain VersionAnd the angel of the Lord contested with Jesus, saying:
New American BibleThen the angel of the LORD charged Joshua:
New Revised Standard VersionThen the angel of the LORD assured Joshua, saying Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd the angel of the LORD charged Joshua, saying,
Peshitta Holy Bible TranslatedAnd the Angel of LORD JEHOVAH called Yeshua to witness and said: OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And the angel of the LORD forewarned Joshua, saying:
Brenton Septuagint TranslationAnd the angel of the Lord testified to Jesus, saying,
Additional Translations ... Audio Bible
Context The Vision of Joshua the High Priest… 5Then I said, “Let them put a clean turban on his head.” So a clean turban was placed on his head, and they clothed him, as the angel of the LORD stood by. 6Then the angelof the LORDgave this chargeto Joshua:7“This is what the LORD of Hosts says: ‘If you walk in My ways and keep My instructions, then you will govern My house and will also have charge of My courts; and I will give you a place among these who are standing here.…
Cross References Isaiah 1:18“Come now, let us reason together,” says the LORD. “Though your sins are like scarlet, they will be as white as snow; though they are as red as crimson, they will become like wool.
Isaiah 43:25I, yes I, am He who blots out your transgressions for My own sake and remembers your sins no more.
Jeremiah 31:34No longer will each man teach his neighbor or his brother, saying, ‘Know the LORD,’ because they will all know Me, from the least of them to the greatest, declares the LORD. For I will forgive their iniquities and will remember their sins no more.”
Ezekiel 36:25-27I will also sprinkle clean water on you, and you will be clean. I will cleanse you from all your impurities and all your idols. / I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit within you; I will remove your heart of stone and give you a heart of flesh. / And I will put My Spirit within you and cause you to walk in My statutes and to carefully observe My ordinances.
Daniel 9:24Seventy weeks are decreed for your people and your holy city to stop their transgression, to put an end to sin, to make atonement for iniquity, to bring in everlasting righteousness, to seal up vision and prophecy, and to anoint the Most Holy Place.
Malachi 3:3And He will sit as a refiner and purifier of silver; He will purify the sons of Levi and refine them like gold and silver. Then they will present offerings to the LORD in righteousness.
Matthew 9:2-6Just then some men brought to Him a paralytic lying on a mat. When Jesus saw their faith, He said to the paralytic, “Take courage, son; your sins are forgiven.” / On seeing this, some of the scribes said to themselves, “This man is blaspheming!” / But Jesus knew what they were thinking and said, “Why do you harbor evil in your hearts? ...
Matthew 22:11-14But when the king came in to see the guests, he spotted a man who was not dressed in wedding clothes. / ‘Friend,’ he asked, ‘how did you get in here without wedding clothes?’ But the man was speechless. / Then the king told the servants, ‘Tie him hand and foot, and throw him into the outer darkness, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.’ ...
Luke 5:20-24When Jesus saw their faith, He said, “Friend, your sins are forgiven.” / But the scribes and Pharisees began thinking to themselves, “Who is this man who speaks blasphemy? Who can forgive sins but God alone?” / Knowing what they were thinking, Jesus replied, “Why are you thinking these things in your hearts? ...
Luke 15:22But the father said to his servants, ‘Quick! Bring the best robe and put it on him. Put a ring on his finger and sandals on his feet.
John 1:29The next day John saw Jesus coming toward him and said, “Look, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world!
John 8:11“No one, Lord,” she answered. “Then neither do I condemn you,” Jesus declared. “Now go and sin no more.”
Acts 3:19Repent, then, and turn back, so that your sins may be wiped away,
Romans 3:24-26and are justified freely by His grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus. / God presented Him as an atoning sacrifice in His blood through faith, in order to demonstrate His righteousness, because in His forbearance He had passed over the sins committed beforehand. / He did this to demonstrate His righteousness at the present time, so as to be just and to justify the one who has faith in Jesus.
Romans 8:1Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.
Treasury of Scripture And the angel of the LORD protested to Joshua, saying, the. Zechariah 3:1 And he shewed me Joshua the high priest standing before the angel of the LORD, and Satan standing at his right hand to resist him. Genesis 22:15,16 And the angel of the LORD called unto Abraham out of heaven the second time, … Genesis 28:13-17 And, behold, the LORD stood above it, and said, Iam the LORD God of Abraham thy father, and the God of Isaac: the land whereon thou liest, to thee will I give it, and to thy seed; … protested. Jeremiah 11:7 For I earnestly protested unto your fathers in the daythat I brought them up out of the land of Egypt,even unto this day, rising early and protesting, saying, Obey my voice. Jump to Previous AdmonishedAngelChargeEnjoinedForewarnedJoshuaMessengerProtestProtestedStatementJump to Next AdmonishedAngelChargeEnjoinedForewarnedJoshuaMessengerProtestProtestedStatementZechariah 3 1.Under the type of Joshua, the high priest, receiving clean garments,6.and a covenant of promise,8.Christ the Branch and Cornerstone is promised.Then the angel of the LORDThe "angel of the LORD" is often understood as a theophany, a pre-incarnate appearance of Christ. This figure appears throughout the Old Testament, delivering messages and guidance from God. In Zechariah, the angel of the LORD plays a significant role in the visions, symbolizing divine authority and presence. The angel's involvement underscores the importance of the message being delivered. gave this charge
The term "charge" indicates a command or directive, emphasizing the seriousness and authority of the message. In biblical context, a charge often involves a covenantal or legal aspect, suggesting that what follows is not merely advice but a binding obligation. This reflects the covenant relationship between God and His people, where obedience to divine commands is expected. to Joshua
Joshua, the high priest, represents the spiritual leadership of Israel during the post-exilic period. His role is crucial as he stands as a mediator between God and the people, symbolizing the restoration of the priesthood and the nation's spiritual renewal. Joshua's presence in this vision highlights the theme of purification and redemption, as he is cleansed and recommissioned for service. This also foreshadows the ultimate high priest, Jesus Christ, who intercedes on behalf of humanity. Persons / Places / Events 1. The Angel of the LORDA divine messenger often seen as a representation of God Himself, delivering God's messages and commands. 2. Joshua the High PriestThe central human figure in this vision, representing the priesthood and the people of Israel. He is being cleansed and commissioned for service. 3. ZechariahThe prophet who receives and records this vision, providing encouragement and hope to the Israelites during the post-exilic period. 4. The VisionThis is part of a series of visions given to Zechariah, focusing on the restoration and purification of Israel and its leaders. 5. The Post-Exilic ContextThe setting is after the Babylonian exile, a time of rebuilding and spiritual renewal for the Jewish people. Teaching Points Divine CommissioningGod calls and equips His servants for specific tasks. Just as Joshua was charged by the Angel of the LORD, we too are given responsibilities in God's kingdom. Purification and ReadinessBefore service, there is a need for spiritual cleansing. Joshua's cleansing symbolizes the need for holiness and readiness in our own lives. God's Sovereignty and GraceThe vision underscores God's authority and grace in choosing and purifying His servants, reminding us of His power to transform and use us despite our imperfections. Role of IntercessionJoshua's role as a high priest points to the importance of intercession. We are called to pray and intercede for others, following the example of Christ, our High Priest. Spiritual WarfareThe presence of the adversary in the vision highlights the reality of spiritual opposition. We must be vigilant and rely on God's strength to overcome. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Zechariah 3
In Zechariah 3, how do we reconcile the supernatural scene of a heavenly court with historical or archaeological evidence about Israel's priesthood?
What visions and messages did Zechariah receive from God?
Why does Zechariah 3:2 present the angel of the Lord rebuking Satan in a manner that seems inconsistent with other Old Testament accounts of divine judgment?
Who was Joshua the High Priest in biblical history?Verse 6. - Protested. Solemnly and earnestly admonished, adjured. Διεμαρτίρατο (Septuaguit); Genesis 43:3; 2 Kings 17:13. The Angel sets before Joshua his duties, and urges him to keep in the right way, promising to him and to the nation blessing and honour, and proceeding to prophesy of a great future.
Parallel Commentaries ...
Hebrew Then the Angelמַלְאַ֣ךְ(mal·’aḵ)Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 4397:A messenger, of God, an angelof the LORDיְהוָ֔ה(Yah·weh)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3069:YHWHgave this chargeוַיָּ֙עַד֙(way·yā·‘aḏ)Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 5749:To duplicate, repeat, to protest, testify, to encompass, restoreto Joshua:בִּיהוֹשֻׁ֖עַ(bî·hō·wō·šu·a‘)Preposition-b | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3091:Joshua -- 'the LORD is salvation', Moses' successor, also the name of a number of Israelites
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