Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version “I will strengthen Judah and save the tribes of Joseph. I will restore them because I have compassion on them. They will be as though I had not rejected them, for I am the LORD their God and I will answer them. New Living Translation “I will strengthen Judah and save Israel; I will restore them because of my compassion. It will be as though I had never rejected them, for I am the LORD their God, who will hear their cries. English Standard Version “I will strengthen the house of Judah, and I will save the house of Joseph. I will bring them back because I have compassion on them, and they shall be as though I had not rejected them, for I am the LORD their God and I will answer them. Berean Standard Bible I will strengthen the house of Judah and save the house of Joseph. I will restore them because I have compassion on them, and they will be as though I had not rejected them. For I am the LORD their God, and I will answer them. Berean Literal Bible And I will strengthen the house of Judah, and the house of Joseph I will save; and I will bring them back because I have compassion on them, and they will be as though I had not cast them aside. For I am YHWH their God, and I will answer them. King James Bible 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. New King James Version “I will strengthen the house of Judah, And I will save the house of Joseph. I will bring them back, Because I have mercy on them. They shall be as though I had not cast them aside; For I am the LORD their God, And I will hear them. New American Standard Bible “And I will strengthen the house of Judah, And I will save the house of Joseph, And I will bring them back, Because I have had compassion on them; And they will be as though I had not rejected them, For I am the LORD their God and I will answer them. NASB 1995 “I will strengthen the house of Judah, And I will save the house of Joseph, And I will bring them back, Because I have had compassion on them; And they will be as though I had not rejected them, For I am the LORD their God and I will answer them. NASB 1977 “And I shall strengthen the house of Judah, And I shall save the house of Joseph, And I shall bring them back, Because I have had compassion on them; And they will be as though I had not rejected them, For I am the LORD their God, and I will answer them. Legacy Standard Bible I will make the house of Judah mighty, And I will save the house of Joseph, And I will cause them to return, Because I have had compassion on them; And they will be as though I had not rejected them, For I am Yahweh their God, and I will answer them. Amplified Bible “I will strengthen the house of Judah [making it superior], And I will save the house of Joseph. I will bring them back [and allow them to live securely], Because I have had compassion on them. They will be as though I had not rejected them, For I am the LORD their God, and I will listen and answer them. Berean Annotated Bible I will strengthen the house of Judah (praised) and save the house of Joseph (YHWH has added). I will restore them because I have compassion on them, and they will be as though I had not rejected them. For I am the LORD their God {YHWH Elohehem}, and I will answer them. Christian Standard Bible I will strengthen the house of Judah and deliver the house of Joseph. I will restore them because I have compassion on them, and they will be as though I had never rejected them. For I am the LORD their God, and I will answer them. Holman Christian Standard Bible I will strengthen the house of Judah and deliver the house of Joseph. I will restore them because I have compassion on them, and they will be as though I had never rejected them. For I am Yahweh their God, and I will answer them. American Standard Version And I will strengthen the house of Judah, and I will save the house of Joseph, and I will bring them back; for I have mercy upon them; and they shall be as though I had not cast them off: for I am Jehovah their God, and I will hear them. Contemporary English Version I will strengthen the kingdoms of Judah and Israel. And I will show mercy because I am the LORD, their God. I will answer their prayers and bring them home. Then it will seem as though I had never rejected them. English Revised Version And I will strengthen the house of Judah, and I will save the house of Joseph, and I will bring them again, 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 I will hear them. GOD'S WORD® Translation "I will strengthen the people of Judah. I will rescue Joseph's people. I will bring them back, because I have compassion for them. It will be as though I had never rejected them, because I am the LORD their God, and I will answer them. Good News Translation "I will make the people of Judah strong; I will rescue the people of Israel. I will have compassion on them and bring them all back home. They will be as though I had never rejected them. I am the LORD their God; I will answer their prayers. International Standard Version "I will fortify the house of Judah, and the house of Joseph I will save. I will surely bring them back, because I care about them. They will be as if I had never cast them away. Since I am the LORD their God, I will answer them. NET Bible "I (says the LORD) will strengthen the kingdom of Judah and deliver the people of Joseph and will bring them back because of my compassion for them. They will be as though I had never rejected them, for I am the LORD their God and therefore I will hear them. New Heart English Bible "I will strengthen the house of Judah, and I will save the house of Joseph, and I will bring them back; for I have mercy on them; and they will be as though I had not cast them off: for I am the LORD their God, and I will hear them. Webster's Bible Translation 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. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleI will strengthen the house of Judah and save the house of Joseph. I will restore them because I have compassion on them, and they will be as though I had not rejected them. For I am the LORD their God, and I will answer them. World English Bible “I will strengthen the house of Judah, and I will save the house of Joseph. I will bring them back, for I have mercy on them. They will be as though I had not cast them off, for I am Yahweh their God, and I will hear them. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd I have made the house of Judah mighty, "" And I save the house of Joseph, "" And I have caused them to dwell, for I have loved them, "" And they have been as [if] I had not cast them off, "" For I [am] their God YHWH, "" And I answer them. Berean Literal Bible And I will strengthen the house of Judah, and the house of Joseph I will save; and I will bring them back because I have compassion on them, and they will be as though I had not cast them aside. For I am YHWH their God, and I will answer them. Young's Literal Translation And I have made mighty the house of Judah, And the house of Joseph I do save, And I have caused them to dwell, for I have loved them, And they have been as if I had not cast them off, For I am Jehovah their God, And I answer them. Smith's Literal Translation And I strengthened the house of Judah, and I will save the house of Joseph, and I turned them back for I compassionated them, and they were as if I cast them not off: for I am Jehovah their God, and I will answer them. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd I will strengthen the house of Juda, and save the house of Joseph: and I will bring them back again, because I will have mercy on them: and they shall be as they were when I had cast them off, for I am the Lord their God, and will hear them. Catholic Public Domain Version And I will strengthen the house of Judah, and I will save the house of Joseph, and I will convert them, because I will have mercy on them. And they will be as they were when I had not cast them away. For I am the Lord their God, and I will hear them. New American Bible I will strengthen the house of Judah, the house of Joseph I will save; I will bring them back, because I have mercy on them; they will be as if I had never cast them off, for I am the LORD their God, and I will answer them. New Revised Standard Version I will strengthen the house of Judah, and I will save the house of Joseph. I will bring them back because I have compassion on them, and they shall be as though I had not rejected them; for I am the LORD their God and I will answer them. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd I will strengthen the house of Judah, and I will save the house of Joseph, and I will bring them back again; for I will have mercy upon them; and they shall be as though I had not forgotten them; for I am the LORD God and will answer them. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And I shall empower him of the house of Yehuda and I shall save him of the house of Yoseph and I shall return them, because I am merciful upon them, and they shall be as I had not forgotten them, because I, LORD JEHOVAH God, I shall answer them OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And I will strengthen the house of Judah, And I will save the house of Joseph, And I will bring them back, for I have compassion upon them, And they shall be as though I had not cast them off; For I am the LORD their God, and I will hear them. Brenton Septuagint Translation And I will strengthen the house of Juda, and save the house of Joseph, and I will settle them; because I have loved them: and they shall be as if I had not cast them off: for I am the Lord their God, and I will hear them. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Judah and Israel will be Restored…5They will be like mighty men in battle, trampling the enemy in the mire of the streets. They will fight because the LORD is with them, and they will put the horsemen to shame. 6I will strengthen the house of Judah and save the house of Joseph. I will restore them because I have compassion on them, and they will be as though I had not rejected them. For I am the LORD their God, and I will answer them. 7Ephraim will be like a mighty man, and their hearts will be glad as with wine. Their children will see it and be joyful; their hearts will rejoice in the LORD.… Cross References I will strengthen the house of Judah 2 Chronicles 11:17 So they strengthened the kingdom of Judah and supported Rehoboam son of Solomon for three years, because they walked for three years in the way of David and Solomon. 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. Psalm 18:39 You have armed me with strength for battle; You have subdued my foes beneath me. and save the house of Joseph. Psalm 80:1-3 For the choirmaster. To the tune of “The Lilies of the Covenant.” A Psalm of Asaph. Hear us, O Shepherd of Israel, who leads Joseph like a flock; You who sit enthroned between the cherubim, shine forth / before Ephraim, Benjamin, and Manasseh. Rally Your mighty power and come to save us. / Restore us, O God, and cause Your face to shine upon us, that we may be saved. Amos 5:15 Hate evil and love good; establish justice in the gate. Perhaps the LORD, the God of Hosts, will be gracious to the remnant of Joseph.” Ezekiel 37:16-17 “And you, son of man, take a single stick and write on it: ‘Belonging to Judah and to the Israelites associated with him.’ Then take another stick and write on it: ‘Belonging to Joseph—the stick of Ephraim—and to all the house of Israel associated with him.’ / Then join them together into one stick, so that they become one in your hand. I will restore them because I have compassion on them, Jeremiah 30:18 This is what the LORD says: “I will restore the fortunes of Jacob’s tents and have compassion on his dwellings. And the city will be rebuilt on her own ruins, and the palace will stand in its rightful place. Hosea 11:8 How could I give you up, O Ephraim? How could I surrender you, O Israel? How could I make you like Admah? How could I treat you like Zeboiim? My heart is turned within Me; My compassion is stirred! Isaiah 54:8 In a surge of anger I hid My face from you for a moment, but with everlasting kindness I will have compassion on you,” says the LORD your Redeemer. and they will be as though I had not rejected them. Romans 11:1-2 I ask then, did God reject His people? Certainly not! I am an Israelite myself, a descendant of Abraham, from the tribe of Benjamin. / God did not reject His people, whom He foreknew. Do you not know what the Scripture says about Elijah, how he appealed to God against Israel: Leviticus 26:44 Yet in spite of this, when they are in the land of their enemies, I will not reject or despise them so as to destroy them and break My covenant with them; for I am the LORD their God. Isaiah 54:7 “For a brief moment I forsook you, but with great compassion I will bring you back. For I am the LORD their God, Leviticus 26:12 I will walk among you and be your God, and you will be My people. Jeremiah 31:33 “But this is the covenant I will make with the house of Israel after those days, declares the LORD. I will put My law in their minds and inscribe it on their hearts. And I will be their God, and they will be My people. Hosea 2:23 And I will sow her as My own in the land, and I will have compassion on ‘No Compassion.’ I will say to those called ‘Not My People,’ ‘You are My people,’ and they will say, ‘You are my God.’” and I will answer them. Jeremiah 33:3 Call to Me, and I will answer and show you great and unsearchable things you do not know. Treasury of Scripture 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 on them: and they shall be as though I had not cast them off: for I am the LORD their God, and will hear them. I will strengthen. Zechariah 10:12 And I will strengthen them in the LORD; and they shall walk up and down in his name, saith the LORD. Psalm 89:21 With whom my hand shall be established: mine arm also shall strengthen him. Isaiah 41:10 Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness. I will save. Zechariah 8:7 Thus saith the LORD of hosts; Behold, I will save my people from the east country, and from the west country; Jeremiah 3:18 In those days the house of Judah shall walk with the house of Israel, and they shall come together out of the land of the north to the land that I have given for an inheritance unto your fathers. Jeremiah 23:6 In his days Judah shall be saved, and Israel shall dwell safely: and this is his name whereby he shall be called, THE LORD OUR RIGHTEOUSNESS. for I have. Isaiah 14:1 For the LORD will have mercy on Jacob, and will yet choose Israel, and set them in their own land: and the strangers shall be joined with them, and they shall cleave to the house of Jacob. Jeremiah 31:20 Is Ephraim my dear son? is he a pleasant child? for since I spake against him, I do earnestly remember him still: therefore my bowels are troubled for him; I will surely have mercy upon him, saith the LORD. Hosea 1:7 But I will have mercy upon the house of Judah, and will save them by the LORD their God, and will not save them by bow, nor by sword, nor by battle, by horses, nor by horsemen. as. Zechariah 8:11 But now I will not be unto the residue of this people as in the former days, saith the LORD of hosts. Isaiah 49:17-21 Thy children shall make haste; thy destroyers and they that made thee waste shall go forth of thee… Jeremiah 30:18 Thus saith the LORD; Behold, I will bring again the captivity of Jacob's tents, and have mercy on his dwellingplaces; and the city shall be builded upon her own heap, and the palace shall remain after the manner thereof. for I am. Zechariah 13:9 And I will bring the third part through the fire, and will refine them as silver is refined, and will try them as gold is tried: they shall call on my name, and I will hear them: I will say, It is my people: and they shall say, The LORD is my God. Isaiah 41:17-20 When the poor and needy seek water, and there is none, and their tongue faileth for thirst, I the LORD will hear them, I the God of Israel will not forsake them… Jeremiah 33:2,3 Thus saith the LORD the maker thereof, the LORD that formed it, to establish it; the LORD is his name; … Jump to Previous Cast Caused Children Compassion Dwell Hear House Joseph Judah Loved Mercy Mighty Rejected Restore Save Saviour Strengthen StrongJump to Next Cast Caused Children Compassion Dwell Hear House Joseph Judah Loved Mercy Mighty Rejected Restore Save Saviour Strengthen StrongZechariah 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 the house of Judah This phrase indicates God's promise to empower the southern kingdom of Judah. Historically, Judah was the tribe from which King David and ultimately Jesus Christ descended, emphasizing its significance in biblical prophecy. The strengthening of Judah can be seen as a fulfillment of God's covenant with David, ensuring that his lineage would endure. This promise of strength is not merely physical but also spiritual, indicating a restoration of faith and leadership. and save the house of Joseph. I will restore them because I have compassion on them, and they will be as though I had not rejected them. For I am the LORD their God, and I will answer them. Persons / Places / Events 1. House of JudahRepresents the southern kingdom of Israel, consisting of the tribes of Judah and Benjamin. Known for its capital, Jerusalem, and its lineage leading to King David and ultimately Jesus Christ. 2. House of Joseph Refers to the northern kingdom of Israel, often called Ephraim, which was the dominant tribe. Joseph's sons, Ephraim and Manasseh, were significant in the division of the land. 3. Restoration The event of God bringing back His people from exile and re-establishing them in their land, symbolizing spiritual renewal and divine favor. 4. Compassion of God A recurring theme in the Bible, highlighting God's mercy and willingness to forgive and restore His people despite their past disobedience. 5. Divine Answer God's promise to respond to the cries and needs of His people, emphasizing His role as a responsive and caring deity. Teaching Points God's Strengthening PowerGod promises to strengthen His people, indicating that our strength comes from Him. In times of weakness, we can rely on His power to sustain us. Restoration and Compassion God's compassion leads to restoration. No matter how far we have strayed, God is willing to restore us to a place of favor and blessing. Identity in God Despite past rejections, God reaffirms our identity in Him. We are His people, and He is our God, which is a source of hope and assurance. Divine Response God hears and answers the cries of His people. We are encouraged to pray and seek His guidance, knowing He is attentive to our needs. Unity Among Believers The unification of Judah and Joseph symbolizes the importance of unity among God's people. We are called to work towards reconciliation and unity within the body of Christ. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Zechariah 10:6?2. How does Zechariah 10:6 demonstrate God's faithfulness to His people? 3. What does "I will strengthen the house of Judah" mean for believers today? 4. How can we apply God's promise of restoration in Zechariah 10:6 to our lives? 5. Which New Testament passages echo the themes found in Zechariah 10:6? 6. How does Zechariah 10:6 encourage us to trust in God's mercy and compassion? 7. How does Zechariah 10:6 reflect God's promise of restoration to Israel? 8. What historical context surrounds Zechariah 10:6? 9. How does Zechariah 10:6 demonstrate God's mercy and compassion? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Zechariah 10? 11. Zechariah 10:6: Where is the historical proof of the promised restoration of both Judah and Joseph on a massive scale? 12. How does the promised divine judgment in Zechariah 1:14-15 align with or contradict other biblical accounts of God's dealings with foreign nations? 13. Is there any corroborating evidence for the 70-year period mentioned in Zechariah 1:12, or does it conflict with known historical timelines? 14. Who were the believers in the Old Testament? What Does Zechariah 10:6 Mean I will strengthen the house of Judah“I will strengthen the house of Judah”. • God pledges renewed vigor to the southern kingdom, long weary from exile and foreign domination. • Strengthening denotes inner resolve as well as external security (Isaiah 40:29–31; Psalm 18:32). • The promise looks forward to a literal regathering and future messianic reign when Judah will stand firm against enemies (Zechariah 12:6–9; Micah 4:6–7). and save the house of Joseph “and save the house of Joseph”. • “House of Joseph” represents the northern tribes (Ephraim and Manasseh) dispersed since 722 BC (1 Kings 11:28; Amos 5:6). • God’s salvation reunites what centuries of division broke apart—north and south become one people again (Ezekiel 37:15–22; Hosea 1:10–11). • The rescue involves deliverance from spiritual waywardness and physical exile, anticipating the final ingathering (Jeremiah 31:7–9). I will restore them because I have compassion on them “I will restore them because I have compassion on them”. • Restoration flows from divine mercy, not human merit (Lamentations 3:22–23; Ephesians 2:4–5). • God’s covenant love keeps His promises even after disciplinary judgment (Deuteronomy 30:1–3; Isaiah 54:7–8). • “Restore” points to returning land, temple worship, and covenant blessings, culminating in messianic fulfillment (Acts 3:19–21). and they will be as though I had not rejected them “and they will be as though I had not rejected them”. • Past rejection (Leviticus 26:33; 2 Kings 17:18) is fully reversed; the people stand before God without lingering stigma. • The imagery anticipates total forgiveness and renewed standing (Jeremiah 31:34; Romans 11:15). • God’s restorative power erases the shame of exile, offering a fresh start that foreshadows the gospel’s cleansing work (Hebrews 8:12). For I am the LORD their God “For I am the LORD their God”. • The covenant name “LORD” (YHWH) underscores His unchanging character (Exodus 3:14; Malachi 3:6). • Ownership language—“their God”—confirms the relationship reestablished and protected (Jeremiah 24:7; Zechariah 8:8). • Because God’s nature is faithful, the promises are certain and enduring. and I will answer them “and I will answer them”. • Prayer once hindered by sin now receives a response (Isaiah 59:1–2; Zechariah 13:9). • The Lord’s nearness invites ongoing communion, a hallmark of restored fellowship (Psalm 34:4–6; Matthew 7:7–11). • Answered prayer testifies that God has indeed returned to dwell among His people (Zechariah 2:10–11). summary Zechariah 10:6 unfolds a comprehensive promise: God will fortify Judah, rescue the scattered northern tribes, and reunite the whole nation by His compassionate, covenant‐keeping love. Past rejection is wiped away, full fellowship is renewed, and answered prayer becomes the lived experience of a restored people. The verse anchors hope in God’s unchanging character and points forward to the ultimate fulfillment in the messianic kingdom where all Israel is saved and strengthened under the Lord’s everlasting reign. Verse 6. - House of Joseph; i.e. Israel, or the ten tribes, called Ephraim in the next verse (see note on Amos 5:6). Israel and Judah alike shall share in the contest and the victory, under the protection of God. I will bring them again to place them. This is one word in Hebrew, which may mean either "I bring them again," or "I make them dwell." The Authorized Version unwarrantably combines both significations. Septuagint, κατοικιῶ αὐτούς, "I will settle them;" Vulgate, convertam eos. It is better taken here, in contrast with "cast off" in a following clause, in the sense of "I will cause them to dwell," i.e. in safety and comfort. As though I had not cast them off. The happy restoration shall make thrum forget former troubles and the calamities of their rejection (Isaiah 43:18, 19). Will hear them (Zechariah 13:9; Isaiah 58:9).Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew I will strengthenוְגִבַּרְתִּ֣י ׀ (wə·ḡib·bar·tî) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Piel - Conjunctive perfect - first person common singular Strong's 1396: To be strong, to prevail, act insolently the house בֵּ֣ית (bêṯ) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1004: A house of Judah יְהוּדָ֗ה (yə·hū·ḏāh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3063: Judah -- 'praised', a son of Jacob, also the southern kingdom, also four Israelites and deliver אוֹשִׁ֔יעַ (’ō·wō·šî·a‘) Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - first person common singular Strong's 3467: To be open, wide, free, to be safe, to free, succor the house בֵּ֤ית (bêṯ) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1004: A house of Joseph. יוֹסֵף֙ (yō·w·sêp̄) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3130: Joseph -- 'he increases', a son of Jacob, also the name of several Israelites I will restore them וְהֽוֹשְׁבוֹתִים֙ (wə·hō·wō·šə·ḇō·w·ṯîm) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Conjunctive perfect - first person common singular | third person masculine plural Strong's 7725: To turn back, in, to retreat, again because כִּ֣י (kî) Conjunction Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction I have compassion on them, רִֽחַמְתִּ֔ים (ri·ḥam·tîm) Verb - Piel - Perfect - first person common singular | third person masculine plural Strong's 7355: To fondle, to love, to compassionate and they will be וְהָי֖וּ (wə·hā·yū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - third person common plural Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be as though כַּאֲשֶׁ֣ר (ka·’ă·šer) Preposition-k | Pronoun - relative Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that I had not לֹֽא־ (lō-) Adverb - Negative particle Strong's 3808: Not, no rejected them. זְנַחְתִּ֑ים (zə·naḥ·tîm) Verb - Qal - Perfect - first person common singular | third person masculine plural Strong's 2186: Reject, forsake, fail For כִּ֗י (kî) Conjunction Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction I אֲנִ֛י (’ă·nî) Pronoun - first person common singular Strong's 589: I am the LORD יְהוָ֥ה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel their God, אֱלֹהֵיהֶ֖ם (’ĕ·lō·hê·hem) Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine plural Strong's 430: gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative and I will answer them. וְאֶעֱנֵֽם׃ (wə·’e·‘ĕ·nêm) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive imperfect - first person common singular | third person masculine plural Strong's 6030: To answer, respond Links Zechariah 10:6 NIVZechariah 10:6 NLT Zechariah 10:6 ESV Zechariah 10:6 NASB Zechariah 10:6 KJV Zechariah 10:6 BibleApps.com Zechariah 10:6 Biblia Paralela Zechariah 10:6 Chinese Bible Zechariah 10:6 French Bible Zechariah 10:6 Catholic Bible OT Prophets: Zechariah 10:6 I will strengthen the house of Judah (Zech. 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