Zechariah 10:12
New International Version
I will strengthen them in the LORD and in his name they will live securely,” declares the LORD.

New Living Translation
By my power I will make my people strong, and by my authority they will go wherever they wish. I, the LORD, have spoken!”

English Standard Version
I will make them strong in the LORD, and they shall walk in his name,” declares the LORD.

Berean Standard Bible
I will strengthen them in the LORD, and in His name they will walk,” declares the LORD.

King James Bible
And I will strengthen them in the LORD; and they shall walk up and down in his name, saith the LORD.

New King James Version
“So I will strengthen them in the LORD, And they shall walk up and down in His name,” Says the LORD.

New American Standard Bible
“And I will strengthen them in the LORD, And in His name they will walk,” declares the LORD.

NASB 1995
“And I will strengthen them in the LORD, And in His name they will walk,” declares the LORD.

NASB 1977
“And I shall strengthen them in the LORD, And in His name they will walk,” declares the LORD.

Legacy Standard Bible
And I will make them mighty in Yahweh, And in His name they will walk,” declares Yahweh.

Amplified Bible
“And I will strengthen Israel in the LORD, And they will walk [and glory] in His name,” declares the LORD.

Christian Standard Bible
I will strengthen them in the LORD, and they will march in his name — this is the LORD’s declaration.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
I will strengthen them in Yahweh, and they will march in His name— this is Yahweh’s declaration.

American Standard Version
And I will strengthen them in Jehovah; and they shall walk up and down in his name, saith Jehovah.

Contemporary English Version
I'll strengthen my people because of who I am, and they will follow me. I, the LORD, have spoken!

English Revised Version
And I will strengthen them in the LORD; and they shall walk up and down in his name, saith the LORD.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
"I will strengthen them in the LORD. They will live in his name," declares the LORD.

Good News Translation
I will make my people strong; they will worship and obey me." The LORD has spoken.

International Standard Version
"I will strengthen them in the LORD, and they will march here and there in his name," declares the LORD.

Majority Standard Bible
I will strengthen them in the LORD, and in His name they will walk,? declares the LORD.

NET Bible
Thus I will strengthen them by my power, and they will walk about in my name," says the LORD.

New Heart English Bible
I will strengthen them in the LORD; and they will walk up and down in his name," says the LORD.

Webster's Bible Translation
And I will strengthen them in the LORD; and they shall walk up and down in his name, saith the LORD.

World English Bible
I will strengthen them in Yahweh. They will walk up and down in his name,” says Yahweh.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And I have made them mighty in YHWH, "" And in His Name they walk up and down,” "" A declaration of YHWH!

Young's Literal Translation
And I have made them mighty in Jehovah, And in His name they walk up and down, An affirmation of Jehovah!

Smith's Literal Translation
And I strengthened them in Jehovah; and in his name shall they go about, says Jehovah.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
I will strengthen them in the Lord, and they shall walk in his name, saith the Lord.

Catholic Public Domain Version
I will strengthen them in the Lord, and they will walk in his name, says the Lord.

New American Bible
I will strengthen them in the LORD, in whose name they will walk—oracle of the LORD.

New Revised Standard Version
I will make them strong in the LORD, and they shall walk in his name, says the LORD.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And I will strengthen them in the LORD; and they shall preach the good tidings of his name, says the LORD.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And I shall empower them in LORD JEHOVAH, and his name they shall trust, says LORD JEHOVAH
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And I will strengthen them in the LORD; And they shall walk up and down in His name, Saith the LORD.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And I will strengthen them in the Lord their God; and they shall boast in his name, saith the Lord.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Judah and Israel will be Restored
11They will pass through the sea of distress and strike the waves of the sea; all the depths of the Nile will dry up. The pride of Assyria will be brought down, and the scepter of Egypt will depart. 12I will strengthen them in the LORD, and in His name they will walk,” declares the LORD.

Cross References
Philippians 4:13
I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength.

Isaiah 41:10
Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will surely help you; I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.

Isaiah 40:29-31
He gives power to the faint and increases the strength of the weak. / Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall. / But those who wait upon the LORD will renew their strength; they will mount up with wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not faint.

2 Corinthians 12:9-10
But He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My power is perfected in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly in my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest on me. / That is why, for the sake of Christ, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in persecutions, in difficulties. For when I am weak, then I am strong.

Psalm 18:32-34
It is God who arms me with strength and makes my way clear. / He makes my feet like those of a deer and stations me upon the heights. / He trains my hands for battle; my arms can bend a bow of bronze.

Ephesians 6:10
Finally, be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power.

Micah 4:5
Though all the nations may walk in the name of their gods, yet we will walk in the name of the LORD our God forever and ever.

Psalm 60:12
With God we will perform with valor, and He will trample our enemies.

Colossians 1:11
being strengthened with all power according to His glorious might so that you may have full endurance and patience, and joyfully

Isaiah 45:24
Surely they will say of Me, ‘In the LORD alone are righteousness and strength.’” All who rage against Him will come to Him and be put to shame.

1 Corinthians 15:57
But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ!

Psalm 44:5
Through You we repel our foes; through Your name we trample our enemies.

Isaiah 12:2
Surely God is my salvation; I will trust and not be afraid. For the LORD GOD is my strength and my song, and He also has become my salvation.”

Romans 8:37
No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us.

Habakkuk 3:19
GOD the Lord is my strength; He makes my feet like those of a deer; He makes me walk upon the heights! For the choirmaster. With stringed instruments.


Treasury of Scripture

And I will strengthen them in the LORD; and they shall walk up and down in his name, said the LORD.

I will.

Zechariah 10:6
And I will strengthen the house of Judah, and I will save the house of Joseph, and I will bring them again to place them; for I have mercy upon them: and they shall be as though I had not cast them off: for I am the LORD their God, and will hear them.

Zechariah 12:5
And the governors of Judah shall say in their heart, The inhabitants of Jerusalem shall be my strength in the LORD of hosts their God.

Psalm 68:34,35
Ascribe ye strength unto God: his excellency is over Israel, and his strength is in the clouds…

walk.

Genesis 5:24
And Enoch walked with God: and he was not; for God took him.

Genesis 24:40
And he said unto me, The LORD, before whom I walk, will send his angel with thee, and prosper thy way; and thou shalt take a wife for my son of my kindred, and of my father's house:

Isaiah 2:5
O house of Jacob, come ye, and let us walk in the light of the LORD.

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Zechariah 10
1. God is to be sought unto, and not idols.
3. As he visited his flock for sin, so he will save and restore them.














I will strengthen them
The Hebrew root for "strengthen" is "חָזַק" (chazaq), which conveys the idea of making strong, firm, or resolute. In the context of Zechariah, this promise of strength is not merely physical but spiritual and moral fortitude. Historically, the Israelites faced numerous challenges and adversities, and this divine assurance would have been a source of immense encouragement. It signifies God's active role in empowering His people, enabling them to overcome obstacles and fulfill their divine purpose. This promise is timeless, reminding believers today that God is the source of their strength, equipping them to face life's trials with confidence and courage.

in the LORD
The phrase "in the LORD" emphasizes the source of the strength being promised. The Hebrew term for "LORD" here is "יהוה" (YHWH), the covenant name of God, which signifies His eternal, self-existent nature and His faithfulness to His promises. This covenant relationship is central to the identity of God's people. By being "in the LORD," believers are reminded of their intimate connection with God, who is both their protector and provider. This relationship is foundational, as it assures them that their strength is not derived from their own abilities but from their reliance on the Almighty.

and in His name
The "name" of the LORD in Hebrew culture is more than a mere label; it represents His character, authority, and reputation. To walk "in His name" implies living in a manner that reflects God's holiness and righteousness. It suggests a life of obedience and alignment with God's will. Historically, the Israelites were called to be a light to the nations, demonstrating God's character through their conduct. For contemporary believers, this phrase serves as a call to live out their faith authentically, bearing witness to God's transformative power in their lives.

they will walk
The act of walking in biblical terms often symbolizes one's way of life or conduct. The Hebrew word "הָלַךְ" (halak) means to go, walk, or proceed. This imagery suggests a continuous, active journey of faith. Walking "in His name" implies a daily commitment to follow God's ways, making choices that honor Him. It is a dynamic process of growth and discipleship, where believers are called to embody the principles of their faith in every aspect of their lives. This journey is not solitary; it is undertaken with the assurance of God's presence and guidance.

declares the LORD
The phrase "declares the LORD" underscores the authority and certainty of the promise. The Hebrew word "נְאֻם" (ne'um) is often used in prophetic literature to introduce a divine pronouncement. It assures the audience that the message is not merely human speculation but a definitive statement from God Himself. This divine declaration provides assurance and hope, reinforcing the reliability of God's promises. For believers, it is a reminder that God's word is trustworthy and that His plans for His people are steadfast and unchanging.

Verse 12. - I will strengthen them in the Lord. I will strengthen them with myself - with my grace and power. They shall walk up and down in his Name. They shall live in obedience to, and dependence upon, the Lord (Micah 4:5, where see note). The Septuagint reads, "They shall boast themselves." So God will work wonders to deliver his people from the captivity of the devil, destroying all enemies, visible and invisible, which array themselves against him. This is the final fulfilment of the prophecy. The complete restoration from the Captivity is the immediate subject of the prophet's words; and between these two we may see a reference to the conversion of the Jews in the time of Christ and the apostles, which shall go on until the end.



Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
I will strengthen
וְגִבַּרְתִּים֙ (wə·ḡib·bar·tîm)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Piel - Conjunctive perfect - first person common singular | third person masculine plural
Strong's 1396: To be strong, to prevail, act insolently

them in the LORD,
בַּֽיהוָ֔ה (Yah·weh)
Preposition-b | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

and in His name
וּבִשְׁמ֖וֹ (ū·ḇiš·mōw)
Conjunctive waw, Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 8034: A name

they will walk,”
יִתְהַלָּ֑כוּ (yiṯ·hal·lā·ḵū)
Verb - Hitpael - Imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 1980: To go, come, walk

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

the LORD.
יְהוָֽה׃ (Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel


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