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New International Version
This is what the LORD Almighty says: “It may seem marvelous to the remnant of this people at that time, but will it seem marvelous to me?” declares the LORD Almighty.

New Living Translation
“This is what the LORD of Heaven’s Armies says: All this may seem impossible to you now, a small remnant of God’s people. But is it impossible for me? says the LORD of Heaven’s Armies.

English Standard Version
Thus says the LORD of hosts: If it is marvelous in the sight of the remnant of this people in those days, should it also be marvelous in my sight, declares the LORD of hosts?

Berean Standard Bible
This is what the LORD of Hosts says: “If this is impossible in the eyes of the remnant of this people in these days, should it also be impossible in My eyes?” declares the LORD of Hosts.

King James Bible
Thus saith the LORD of hosts; If it be marvellous in the eyes of the remnant of this people in these days, should it also be marvellous in mine eyes? saith the LORD of hosts.

New King James Version
“Thus says the LORD of hosts: ‘If it is marvelous in the eyes of the remnant of this people in these days, Will it also be marvelous in My eyes?’ Says the LORD of hosts.

New American Standard Bible
The LORD of armies says this: ‘If it is too difficult in the sight of the remnant of this people in those days, will it also be too difficult in My sight?’ declares the LORD of armies.

NASB 1995
“Thus says the LORD of hosts, ‘If it is too difficult in the sight of the remnant of this people in those days, will it also be too difficult in My sight?’ declares the LORD of hosts.

NASB 1977
“Thus says the LORD of hosts, ‘If it is too difficult in the sight of the remnant of this people in those days, will it also be too difficult in My sight?’ declares the LORD of hosts.

Legacy Standard Bible
Thus says Yahweh of hosts, ‘If it is too difficult in the sight of the remnant of this people in those days, will it also be too difficult in My sight?’ declares Yahweh of hosts.

Amplified Bible
Thus says the LORD of hosts, ‘If it is difficult in the eyes of the remnant of this people in those days [in which this comes to pass], will it also be difficult in My sight?’ declares the LORD of hosts.

Christian Standard Bible
The LORD of Armies says this: “Though it may seem impossible to the remnant of this people in those days, should it also seem impossible to me? ”—this is the declaration of the LORD of Armies.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
The LORD of Hosts says this: “Though it may seem incredible to the remnant of this people in those days, should it also seem incredible to Me?"—this is the declaration of the LORD of Hosts.

American Standard Version
Thus saith Jehovah of hosts: If it be marvellous in the eyes of the remnant of this people in those days, should it also be marvellous in mine eyes? saith Jehovah of hosts.

Contemporary English Version
This may seem impossible for my people who are left, but it isn't impossible for me, the LORD All-Powerful.

English Revised Version
Thus saith the LORD of hosts: If it be marvelous in the eyes of the remnant of this people in those days, should it also be marvelous in mine eyes? saith the LORD of hosts.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
This is what the LORD of Armies says: It may seem impossible to the few remaining people in those days, but will it seem impossible to me? declares the LORD of Armies.

Good News Translation
"This may seem impossible to those of the nation who are now left, but it's not impossible for me.

International Standard Version
"This is what the LORD of the Heavenly Armies says: 'It may seem impossible to the survivors of this people, but is it impossible for me?' declares the LORD of the Heavenly Armies.

NET Bible
And,' says the LORD who rules over all, 'though such a thing may seem to be difficult in the opinion of the small community of those days, will it also appear difficult to me?' asks the LORD who rules over all.

New Heart English Bible
Thus says the LORD of hosts: "If it is marvelous in the eyes of the remnant of this people in those days, should it also be marvelous in my eyes?" says the LORD of hosts.

Webster's Bible Translation
Thus saith the LORD of hosts; If it is marvelous in the eyes of the remnant of this people in these days, should it also be marvelous in my eyes? saith the LORD of hosts.

Majority Text Translations

Majority Standard Bible
This is what the LORD of Hosts says: “If this is impossible in the eyes of the remnant of this people in these days, should it also be impossible in My eyes?” declares the LORD of Hosts.

World English Bible
Yahweh of Armies says: “If it is marvelous in the eyes of the remnant of this people in those days, should it also be marvelous in my eyes?” says Yahweh of Armies.

Literal Translations

Literal Standard Version
Thus said YHWH of Hosts: Surely it is wonderful in the eyes of the remnant of this people in those days, "" Also in My eyes it is wonderful, "" A declaration of YHWH of Hosts.

Young's Literal Translation
Thus said Jehovah of Hosts: Surely it is wonderful in the eyes of the remnant of this people in those days, Also in Mine eyes it is wonderful, An affirmation of Jehovah of Hosts.

Smith's Literal Translation
Thus said Jehovah of armies: If it shall be wonderful in the eyes of the remnant of this people in these days, also shall it be wonderful in mine eyes, says Jehovah of armies:

Catholic Translations

Douay-Rheims Bible
Thus saith the Lord of hosts: If it seem hard in the eyes of the remnant of this people in those days: shall it be hard in my eyes, saith the Lord of hosts?

Catholic Public Domain Version
Thus says the Lord of hosts: If it seems difficult in the eyes of the remnant of this people in those days, could it indeed be difficult in my eyes, says the Lord of hosts?

New American Bible
Thus says the LORD of hosts: Even if this should seem impossible in the eyes of the remnant of this people in those days, should it seem impossible in my eyes also? —oracle of the LORD of hosts.

New Revised Standard Version
Thus says the LORD of hosts: Even though it seems impossible to the remnant of this people in these days, should it also seem impossible to me, says the LORD of hosts?

Translations from Aramaic

Lamsa Bible
Thus says the LORD of hosts: If this thing is marvellous in the eyes of the remnant of this people in these days, should it also be marvellous in my sight? says the LORD of hosts.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Thus says LORD JEHOVAH of Hosts: if this is great in the eyes of the remnant of this people in those days, also in my eyes this is great, says LORD JEHOVAH of Hosts

OT Translations

JPS Tanakh 1917
Thus saith the LORD of hosts: If it be marvellous in the eyes of the remnant of this people in those days, should it also be marvellous in Mine eyes? saith the LORD of hosts.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Thus saith the Lord Almighty; If it shall be impossible in the sight of the remnant of this people in those days, shall it also be impossible in my sight? saith the Lord Almighty.

Additional Translations ...

Audio Bible

Context

The Restoration of Jerusalem
…5And the streets of the city will be filled with boys and girls playing there.”6This is what the LORD of Hosts says:“If this is impossible in the eyes of the remnant of this people in these days,should it also be impossible in My eyes?”declares the LORD of Hosts.7This is what the LORD of Hosts says: “I will save My people from the land of the east and from the land of the west.…

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Cross References

Jeremiah 32:17
“Oh, Lord GOD! You have made the heavens and the earth by Your great power and outstretched arm. Nothing is too difficult for You!

Genesis 18:14
Is anything too difficult for the LORD? At the appointed time I will return to you—in about a year—and Sarah will have a son.”

Luke 1:37
For no word from God will ever fail.”

Matthew 19:26
Jesus looked at them and said, “With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.”

Isaiah 55:8-9
“For My thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways My ways,” declares the LORD. / “For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so My ways are higher than your ways and My thoughts than your thoughts.

Numbers 11:23
The LORD answered Moses, “Is the LORD’s arm too short? Now you will see whether or not My word will come to pass.”

Ephesians 3:20
Now to Him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to His power that is at work within us,

Job 42:2
“I know that You can do all things and that no plan of Yours can be thwarted.

Jeremiah 32:27
“Behold, I am the LORD, the God of all flesh. Is anything too difficult for Me?

Mark 10:27
Jesus looked at them and said, “With man this is impossible, but not with God. For all things are possible with God.”

Isaiah 46:10
I declare the end from the beginning, and from ancient times what is still to come. I say, ‘My purpose will stand, and all My good pleasure I will accomplish.’

Romans 4:21
being fully persuaded that God was able to do what He had promised.

Psalm 115:3
Our God is in heaven; He does as He pleases.

Daniel 4:35
All the peoples of the earth are counted as nothing, and He does as He pleases with the army of heaven and the peoples of the earth. There is no one who can restrain His hand or say to Him, ‘What have You done?’”

2 Kings 3:18
This is a simple matter in the sight of the LORD, and He will also deliver the Moabites into your hand.

Treasury of Scripture

Thus said the LORD of hosts; If it be marvelous in the eyes of the remnant of this people in these days, should it also be marvelous in my eyes? said the LORD of hosts.

marvellous.

Genesis 18:14
Is any thing too hard for the LORD? At the time appointed I will return unto thee, according to the time of life, and Sarah shall have a son.

Numbers 11:22,23
Shall the flocks and the herds be slain for them, to suffice them? or shall all the fish of the sea be gathered together for them, to suffice them? …

2 Kings 7:2
Then a lord on whose hand the king leaned answered the man of God, and said, Behold,if the LORD would make windows in heaven, might this thing be? And he said, Behold, thou shalt seeit with thine eyes, but shalt not eat thereof.

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Zechariah 8

1.The restoration of Jerusalem.
9.They are encouraged to build the temple by God's favor to them.
16.Good works are required of them.
18.Joy and blessing are promised.

Study Bible

Book ◦ Chapter

This is what the LORD of Hosts says:
This phrase introduces a divine proclamation, emphasizing the authority and power of God. The title "LORD of Hosts" underscores God's sovereignty over the armies of heaven and earth, a common title in prophetic literature, highlighting His supreme command and ability to fulfill His promises. This title is used frequently in the Old Testament, especially in the prophetic books, to remind the people of God's omnipotence and His role as a divine warrior.

If this is impossible in the eyes of the remnant of this people in these days:
The "remnant" refers to the small group of Israelites who returned from Babylonian exile to rebuild Jerusalem and the temple. This period was marked by discouragement and doubt due to the daunting task of restoration amidst opposition and limited resources. The phrase reflects the human perspective of impossibility, a common theme in Scripture where God's people face seemingly insurmountable challenges (e.g., the Israelites at the Red Sea inExodus 14). The "these days" contextually refers to the post-exilic period, a time of rebuilding and renewal.

should it also be impossible in My eyes?”
This rhetorical question challenges the people's limited perspective by contrasting it with God's limitless power. It echoes other biblical assurances of God's ability to accomplish what seems impossible to humans, such as inGenesis 18:14, where God promises Abraham and Sarah a son despite their old age. This phrase reassures the remnant that God's plans are not hindered by human limitations, emphasizing His omnipotence and faithfulness to His covenant promises.

declares the LORD of Hosts.
The repetition of "LORD of Hosts" at the end of the verse reinforces the authority and certainty of the message. It serves as a divine seal, assuring the people that the promise comes from the highest authority. This declaration is a common prophetic formula, used to affirm the truth and reliability of God's word, as seen throughout the prophetic books, ensuring the audience of the divine origin and unchangeable nature of the promise.

Persons / Places / Events

1.The LORD of Hosts
A title emphasizing God's sovereignty and command over the heavenly armies, highlighting His power and authority.

2.The Remnant of This People
Refers to the Israelites who returned from Babylonian exile, representing those who remained faithful and were preserved by God.

3.Those Days
The period of restoration and rebuilding of Jerusalem and the temple after the Babylonian exile.

4.Zechariah
A prophet who conveyed God's messages to the Israelites, encouraging them during the rebuilding process.

5.Jerusalem
The city central to Jewish identity and worship, undergoing restoration in the context of this prophecy.

Teaching Points

God's Sovereignty and Power
Trust in God's ability to accomplish His purposes, even when circumstances seem insurmountable.

Faith in God's Promises
Encourage believers to hold fast to God's promises, knowing that He is faithful and able to fulfill them.

Perspective on Impossibilities
Challenge believers to view their challenges through the lens of God's power rather than human limitations.

Encouragement in Times of Restoration
Offer hope to those in a season of rebuilding or restoration, reminding them of God's past faithfulness and future promises.

Community and Remnant
Highlight the importance of being part of the faithful remnant, committed to God's purposes and plans.

Bible Study Questions and Answers

1.What is the meaning of Zechariah 8:6?

2.How does Zechariah 8:6 encourage faith in God's power to fulfill promises?

3.What does "too difficult in the eyes of the remnant" reveal about doubt?

4.How does Zechariah 8:6 connect with God's faithfulness in other Scriptures?

5.In what ways can we trust God with seemingly impossible situations today?

6.How can Zechariah 8:6 inspire hope in God's plans for our future?

7.How does Zechariah 8:6 challenge our understanding of God's power and promises?

8.What historical context is essential to fully grasp Zechariah 8:6?

9.How does Zechariah 8:6 relate to the theme of restoration in the Bible?

10.What are the top 10 Lessons from Zechariah 8?

11.What is the meaning of 'Branch of the Lord'?

12.What are the key themes in Zechariah's prophecies?

13.Zechariah 8:4–5: How could elderly men and women thrive in a city with ancient life expectancies and harsh conditions?

14.Zechariah 8:13: How could the house of Judah and Israel become blessings to other nations in light of ongoing regional strife?

What Does Zechariah 8:6 Mean

This is what the LORD of Hosts says:

– The title “LORD of Hosts” points to God’s sovereign authority over heaven’s armies (1 Samuel 17:45;Psalm 24:10).

– Every promise that follows rests on His unchallenged power; He is not offering an opinion but issuing a decree (Isaiah 45:11–13).

– When God speaks, His word stands above every human assessment (Numbers 23:19;Isaiah 55:11).

If this is impossible in the eyes of the remnant of this people in these days

– “The remnant” had returned from exile to a ruined Jerusalem (Ezra 3:12–13;Haggai 2:3).

– Rebuilding the city and temple seemed beyond their resources and strength (Nehemiah 4:10;Psalm 126:1).

– From their limited viewpoint, restoration looked unrealistic:

• Political weakness under Persian rule

• Economic hardship and sparse population

• Emotional fatigue after decades of displacement

– God acknowledges their honest perception, meeting them right where they feel overwhelmed (Psalm 103:14).

Should it also be impossible in My eyes?” declares the LORD of Hosts

– The rhetorical question flips human impossibility on its head; what looks hopeless to people is simple for God (Jeremiah 32:27;Luke 1:37).

– His covenant love guarantees He will keep His promises to Israel (Genesis 17:7;Zechariah 8:7–8).

– The same power that parted the Red Sea and raised Christ from the dead stands ready to complete the work (Exodus 14:13–14;Ephesians 1:19–20).

– Application for today:

• Our perspective is earth-bound; His is limitless (Isaiah 55:8–9).

• Faith rests not on visible resources but on the character of God (Hebrews 11:1;2 Corinthians 1:20).

• Challenges that dwarf us invite confidence in Him who “is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine” (Ephesians 3:20).

summary

Zechariah 8:6 reminds the struggling remnant—and us—that God’s word overrides human impossibility. Though restoration seemed far-fetched to a few weary returnees, the LORD of Hosts assures them that nothing lies beyond His reach. Their task may be enormous, but His power and covenant faithfulness are greater still. Trust shifts from what we can see to the God who can do what we cannot.

Pulpit Commentary

Verse 6. -In these days; rather,in those days. If what is promised in vers. 3-5 seems incredible to those who shall see the fulfilment.The remnant. The returned Jews and their posterity (Haggai 1:12-14).Should it also be marvellous in mine eyes? Certainly not. Nothing is impossible with God.

Parallel Commentaries ...

Hebrew

This is what
כֹּ֤ה(kōh)
Adverb
Strong's 3541:Like this, thus, here, now

the LORD
יְהוָ֣ה(Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3069:YHWH

of Hosts
צְבָא֔וֹת(ṣə·ḇā·’ō·wṯ)
Noun - common plural
Strong's 6635:A mass of persons, reg, organized for, war, a campaign

says:
אָמַר֙(’ā·mar)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 559:To utter, say

“If
כִּ֣י(kî)
Conjunction
Strong's 3588:A relative conjunction

it is marvelous
יִפָּלֵ֗א(yip·pā·lê)
Verb - Nifal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 6381:To separate, distinguish, to be, great, difficult, wonderful

in the eyes
בְּעֵינֵי֙(bə·‘ê·nê)
Preposition-b | Noun - cdc
Strong's 5869:An eye, a fountain

of the remnant
שְׁאֵרִית֙(šə·’ê·rîṯ)
Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 7611:Rest, residue, remnant, remainder

of this
הַזֶּ֔ה(haz·zeh)
Article | Pronoun - masculine singular
Strong's 2088:This, that

people
הָעָ֣ם(hā·‘ām)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 5971:A people, a tribe, troops, attendants, a flock

in those
הָהֵ֑ם(hā·hêm)
Article | Pronoun - third person masculine plural
Strong's 1992:They

days,
בַּיָּמִ֖ים(bay·yā·mîm)
Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 3117:A day

should it also
גַּם־(gam-)
Conjunction
Strong's 1571:Assemblage, also, even, yea, though, both, and

be marvelous
יִפָּלֵ֔א(yip·pā·lê)
Verb - Nifal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 6381:To separate, distinguish, to be, great, difficult, wonderful

in My eyes?”
בְּעֵינַי֙(bə·‘ê·nay)
Preposition-b | Noun - cdc | first person common singular
Strong's 5869:An eye, a fountain

declares
נְאֻ֖ם(nə·’um)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 5002:An oracle

the LORD
יְהוָ֥ה(Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3069:YHWH

of Hosts.
צְבָאֽוֹת׃(ṣə·ḇā·’ō·wṯ)
Noun - common plural
Strong's 6635:A mass of persons, reg, organized for, war, a campaign

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OT Prophets: Zechariah 8:6 Thus says Yahweh of Armies: If it (Zech. Zec Zc)