Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version This will be the punishment of Egypt and the punishment of all the nations that do not go up to celebrate the Festival of Tabernacles. New Living Translation Egypt and the other nations will all be punished if they don’t go to celebrate the Festival of Shelters. English Standard Version This shall be the punishment to Egypt and the punishment to all the nations that do not go up to keep the Feast of Booths. Berean Standard Bible This will be the punishment of Egypt and of all the nations that do not go up to celebrate the Feast of Tabernacles. Berean Literal Bible This will be the punishment of Egypt, and the punishment of all the nations that do not come up to celebrate the feast of Booths. King James Bible This shall be the punishment of Egypt, and the punishment of all nations that come not up to keep the feast of tabernacles. New King James Version This shall be the punishment of Egypt and the punishment of all the nations that do not come up to keep the Feast of Tabernacles. New American Standard Bible This will be the punishment of Egypt, and the punishment of all the nations that do not go up to celebrate the Feast of Booths. NASB 1995 This will be the punishment of Egypt, and the punishment of all the nations who do not go up to celebrate the Feast of Booths. NASB 1977 This will be the punishment of Egypt, and the punishment of all the nations who do not go up to celebrate the Feast of Booths. Legacy Standard Bible This will be the punishment of Egypt, and the punishment of all the nations who do not go up to celebrate the Feast of Booths. Amplified Bible This will be the [consequent] punishment [for the sin] of Egypt, and the [consequent] punishment [for the sin] of all the nations that do not go up to celebrate the Feast of Booths (Tabernacles). Berean Annotated Bible This will be the punishment of Egypt (land of bondage) and of all the nations that do not go up to celebrate the Feast of Tabernacles. Christian Standard Bible This will be the punishment of Egypt and all the nations that do not go up to celebrate the Festival of Shelters. Holman Christian Standard Bible This will be the punishment of Egypt and all the nations that do not go up to celebrate the Festival of Booths. American Standard Version This shall be the punishment of Egypt, and the punishment of all the nations that go not up to keep the feast of tabernacles. English Revised Version This shall be the punishment of Egypt, and the punishment of all the nations that go not up to keep the feast of tabernacles. GOD'S WORD® Translation This will be [the punishment] for Egypt's sin and for the sin of all the nations that won't go to celebrate the Festival of Booths. Good News Translation This will be the punishment that will fall on Egypt and on all the other nations if they do not celebrate the Festival of Shelters. International Standard Version This will be the punishment for Egypt and all nations who do not come to observe the Festival of Tents." NET Bible This will be the punishment of Egypt and of all nations that do not go up to celebrate the Feast of Tabernacles. New Heart English Bible This will be the punishment of Egypt, and the punishment of all the nations that do not go up to keep the feast of booths. Webster's Bible Translation This shall be the punishment of Egypt, and the punishment of all nations that come not up to keep the feast of tabernacles. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThis will be the punishment of Egypt and of all the nations that do not go up to celebrate the Feast of Tabernacles. World English Bible This will be the punishment of Egypt and the punishment of all the nations that don’t go up to keep the feast of booths. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionThis is the punishment of the sin of Egypt, "" And the punishment of the sin of all the nations, "" That do not go up to celebrate the Celebration of Shelters. Berean Literal Bible This will be the punishment of Egypt, and the punishment of all the nations that do not come up to celebrate the feast of Booths. Young's Literal Translation This is the punishment of the sin of Egypt, And the punishment of the sin of all the nations, That go not up to celebrate the feast of booths. Smith's Literal Translation This shall be the sin of Egypt, and the sin of all the nations which will not come up to keep the festival, the festival of booths. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThis shall be the sin of Egypt, and this the sin of all nations, that will not go up to keep the feast of tabernacles. Catholic Public Domain Version This will be the sin of Egypt, and this will be the sin of all the Gentiles, who will not go up to celebrate the feast of tabernacles. New American Bible This will be the punishment of Egypt and the punishment of all the nations that do not go up to celebrate the feast of Booths. New Revised Standard Version Such shall be the punishment of Egypt and the punishment of all the nations that do not go up to keep the festival of booths. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThis shall be the punishment of Egypt and the punishment of all nations that do not come up to keep the feast of tabernacles. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And this will be the sin of Egypt and the sin of all those nations that do not go up to make the Feast of Tabernacles OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917This shall be the punishment of Egypt, and the punishment of all the nations that go not up to keep the feast of tabernacles. Brenton Septuagint Translation This shall be the sin of Egypt, and the sin of all the nations, whosoever shall not come up to keep the feast of tabernacles. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context All Nations will Worship the King…18And if the people of Egypt will not go up and enter in, then the rain will not fall on them; this will be the plague with which the LORD strikes the nations who do not go up to celebrate the Feast of Tabernacles. 19This will be the punishment of Egypt and of all the nations that do not go up to celebrate the Feast of Tabernacles. 20On that day, HOLY TO THE LORD will be inscribed on the bells of the horses, and the cooking pots in the house of the LORD will be like the sprinkling bowls before the altar.… Cross References This will be the punishment of Egypt Exodus 12:12 On that night I will pass through the land of Egypt and strike down every firstborn male, both man and beast, and I will execute judgment against all the gods of Egypt. I am the LORD. Isaiah 19:1 This is the burden against Egypt: Behold, the LORD rides on a swift cloud; He is coming to Egypt. The idols of Egypt will tremble before Him, and the hearts of the Egyptians will melt within them. Jeremiah 46:25 The LORD of Hosts, the God of Israel, says: “Behold, I am about to punish Amon god of Thebes, along with Pharaoh, Egypt with her gods and kings, and those who trust in Pharaoh. and of all the nations Jeremiah 25:31-33 The tumult will resound to the ends of the earth because the LORD brings a charge against the nations. He brings judgment on all mankind and puts the wicked to the sword,’” declares the LORD. / This is what the LORD of Hosts says: “Behold! Disaster is spreading from nation to nation; a mighty storm is rising from the ends of the earth.” / Those slain by the LORD on that day will be spread from one end of the earth to the other. They will not be mourned, gathered, or buried. They will be like dung lying on the ground. Joel 3:2 I will gather all the nations and bring them down to the Valley of Jehoshaphat. There I will enter into judgment against them concerning My people, My inheritance, Israel, whom they have scattered among the nations as they divided up My land. Psalm 2:8-12 Ask Me, and I will make the nations Your inheritance, the ends of the earth Your possession. / You will break them with an iron scepter; You will shatter them like pottery.” / Therefore be wise, O kings; be admonished, O judges of the earth. … that do not go up to celebrate Isaiah 2:2-3 In the last days the mountain of the house of the LORD will be established as the chief of the mountains; it will be raised above the hills, and all nations will stream to it. / And many peoples will come and say: “Come, let us go up to the mountain of the LORD, to the house of the God of Jacob. He will teach us His ways so that we may walk in His paths.” For the law will go forth from Zion, and the word of the LORD from Jerusalem. Micah 4:1-2 In the last days the mountain of the house of the LORD will be established as the chief of the mountains; it will be raised above the hills, and the peoples will stream to it. / And many nations will come and say: “Come, let us go up to the mountain of the LORD, to the house of the God of Jacob. He will teach us His ways, so that we may walk in His paths.” For the law will go forth from Zion and the word of the LORD from Jerusalem. Zechariah 8:20-23 This is what the LORD of Hosts says: “Peoples will yet come—the residents of many cities— / and the residents of one city will go to another, saying: ‘Let us go at once to plead before the LORD and to seek the LORD of Hosts. I myself am going.’ / And many peoples and strong nations will come to seek the LORD of Hosts in Jerusalem and to plead before the LORD.” … the Feast of Tabernacles. Leviticus 23:34-43 “Speak to the Israelites and say, ‘On the fifteenth day of the seventh month the Feast of Tabernacles to the LORD begins, and it continues for seven days. / On the first day there shall be a sacred assembly. You must not do any regular work. / For seven days you are to present a food offering to the LORD. On the eighth day you are to hold a sacred assembly and present a food offering to the LORD. It is a solemn assembly; you must not do any regular work. … Deuteronomy 16:13-17 You are to celebrate the Feast of Tabernacles for seven days after you have gathered the produce of your threshing floor and your winepress. / And you shall rejoice in your feast—you, your sons and daughters, your menservants and maidservants, and the Levite, as well as the foreigner, the fatherless, and the widows among you. / For seven days you shall celebrate a feast to the LORD your God in the place He will choose, because the LORD your God will bless you in all your produce and in all the work of your hands, so that your joy will be complete. … Nehemiah 8:13-18 On the second day of the month, the heads of all the families, along with the priests and Levites, gathered around Ezra the scribe to study the words of the Law. / And they found written in the Law, which the LORD had commanded through Moses, that the Israelites were to dwell in booths during the feast of the seventh month, / and that they should proclaim this message and spread it throughout their towns and in Jerusalem, saying, “Go out to the hill country and bring back branches of olive, wild olive, myrtle, palm, and other leafy trees, to make booths, as it is written.” … Exodus 12:14-20 And this day will be a memorial for you, and you are to celebrate it as a feast to the LORD, as a permanent statute for the generations to come. / For seven days you must eat unleavened bread. On the first day you are to remove the leaven from your houses. Whoever eats anything leavened from the first day through the seventh must be cut off from Israel. / On the first day you are to hold a sacred assembly, and another on the seventh day. You must not do any work on those days, except to prepare the meals—that is all you may do. … Leviticus 23:4-8 These are the LORD’s appointed feasts, the sacred assemblies you are to proclaim at their appointed times. / The Passover to the LORD begins at twilight on the fourteenth day of the first month. / On the fifteenth day of the same month begins the Feast of Unleavened Bread to the LORD. For seven days you must eat unleavened bread. … Deuteronomy 16:1-8 Observe the month of Abib and celebrate the Passover to the LORD your God, because in the month of Abib the LORD your God brought you out of Egypt by night. / You are to offer to the LORD your God the Passover sacrifice from the herd or flock in the place the LORD will choose as a dwelling for His Name. / You must not eat leavened bread with it; for seven days you are to eat with it unleavened bread, the bread of affliction, because you left the land of Egypt in haste—so that you may remember for the rest of your life the day you left the land of Egypt. … Isaiah 66:23-24 From one New Moon to another and from one Sabbath to another, all mankind will come to worship before Me,” says the LORD. / “As they go forth, they will see the corpses of the men who have rebelled against Me; for their worm will never die, their fire will never be quenched, and they will be a horror to all mankind.” Treasury of Scripture This shall be the punishment of Egypt, and the punishment of all nations that come not up to keep the feast of tabernacles. punishment. John 3:19 And this is the condemnation, that light is come into the world, and men loved darkness rather than light, because their deeds were evil. Jump to Previous Booths Celebrate Egypt Feast Nations Punishment Sin Tabernacles TentsJump to Next Booths Celebrate Egypt Feast Nations Punishment Sin Tabernacles TentsZechariah 14 1. The destroyers of Jerusalem destroyed.3. The coming of Christ, and the graces of his kingdom. 12. The plague of Jerusalem's enemies. 16. The remnant shall turn to the Lord; 20. and their spoils shall be holy. This will be the punishment of Egypt Egypt, historically a significant power and often an adversary of Israel, represents nations that oppose God's people. In biblical history, Egypt is frequently a symbol of oppression and idolatry (Exodus 1-14). The punishment here signifies divine retribution for nations that refuse to acknowledge God's sovereignty. This reflects the broader biblical theme of God's judgment against those who oppose His will (Isaiah 19:1-4). The mention of Egypt specifically may also allude to its historical role in Israel's past, serving as a reminder of God's deliverance and justice. and of all the nations that do not go up to celebrate the Feast of Tabernacles. Persons / Places / Events 1. ZechariahA prophet in the Old Testament who conveyed God's messages to the people of Israel. His prophecies often focused on the future restoration and the coming of the Messiah. 2. Egypt A nation often symbolizing worldly power and opposition to God's people. In Zechariah 14, Egypt represents nations that do not acknowledge God's sovereignty. 3. The Feast of Tabernacles Also known as Sukkot, this is a Jewish festival celebrating God's provision and protection during the Israelites' journey in the wilderness. It is a time of joy and thanksgiving. 4. The Plague A divine punishment mentioned in Zechariah 14:19 for nations that do not participate in the Feast of Tabernacles, symbolizing God's judgment on disobedience. 5. Jerusalem The city of God, central to biblical prophecy and the location where nations are expected to worship during the Feast of Tabernacles. Teaching Points Obedience to God’s CommandsZechariah 14:19 emphasizes the importance of obeying God's commands, as disobedience leads to consequences. Christians are called to live in obedience to God's Word. Universal Worship The prophecy points to a future where all nations will recognize and worship God. Believers are encouraged to share the gospel, anticipating this fulfillment. God’s Sovereignty The passage underscores God's control over all nations. Trusting in His sovereignty provides peace and assurance in uncertain times. Celebration of God’s Provision The Feast of Tabernacles reminds believers to celebrate and give thanks for God's provision and protection in their lives. Judgment and Mercy While the passage warns of judgment, it also implies the opportunity for repentance and participation in God's blessings through obedience. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Zechariah 14:19?2. How does Zechariah 14:19 emphasize the importance of observing God's appointed feasts? 3. What consequences are mentioned for nations not celebrating the Feast of Tabernacles? 4. How does Zechariah 14:19 connect to God's covenant with Israel? 5. What lessons can modern believers learn from the punishment described in Zechariah 14:19? 6. How can Christians today ensure they honor God's commands as in Zechariah 14:19? 7. What is the significance of the punishment for nations not celebrating the Feast of Tabernacles in Zechariah 14:19? 8. How does Zechariah 14:19 relate to God's judgment and mercy? 9. Why is the Feast of Tabernacles emphasized in Zechariah 14:19? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Zechariah 14? 11. How did Judah's kings follow or stray from God? 12. Zechariah 14:16-17 - How would the entire world be able to travel to Jerusalem annually to celebrate the Feast of Tabernacles? 13. Why does Exodus 18:12 lack priestly procedures or tabernacle sacrifices, unlike later instructions, when Jethro offers sacrifices with Israelite elders? 14. What events occur in the biblical book of Exodus? What Does Zechariah 14:19 Mean This will be the punishment- The Lord speaks of a specific, tangible consequence. Because Scripture is always reliable and literal, we understand that the judgment He foretells will truly come (cf. Zechariah 14:18; Deuteronomy 28:15). - Punishment here is not arbitrary; it is a righteous response to willful disobedience, just as in 2 Thessalonians 1:8-9 where Christ “will punish those who do not obey the gospel.” - The context of Zechariah 14 shows the Messiah reigning on earth (vv. 9, 16); the punishment therefore belongs to His millennial rule when justice is swift and unmistakable (Isaiah 11:4). of Egypt - Egypt is singled out, reminding readers that no nation—however ancient or influential—can escape divine accountability (Isaiah 19:22; Ezekiel 29:9-12). - Historically, Egypt often opposed God’s people (Exodus 1-14). In the millennial scene, the Lord addresses that history by demanding Egypt’s submission to His kingship. - By naming Egypt first, God underscores that even traditional foes of Israel must now honor the Lord of Hosts (Psalm 105:27-38). and of all the nations - The scope widens from one nation to every nation, fulfilling the promise that “the earth will be filled with the knowledge of the LORD” (Habakkuk 2:14). - Revelation 15:4 echoes this: “All nations will come and worship before You.” God’s standard is universal; partial obedience is not acceptable. - Psalm 2:8-12 clarifies that refusal to serve the Son invites wrath. The same principle holds in Zechariah 14. that do not go up - “Go up” is pilgrimage language (Deuteronomy 16:16). It presumes a literal journey to Jerusalem, underscoring the physical reign of the Messiah. - Zechariah 8:22 foretold “many peoples and strong nations will come to seek the LORD of Hosts in Jerusalem.” Here the inverse is stated: those who refuse will face drought and plague (v. 18). - Obedience is active. It requires movement toward God’s appointed place, echoing James 2:17 on faith expressed through deeds. to celebrate the Feast of Tabernacles - The Feast of Tabernacles (Sukkot) commemorates God dwelling with His people (Leviticus 23:33-43). In the millennium, it becomes a global celebration of the King dwelling among all nations (John 1:14; Revelation 21:3). - John 7:37-38 records Jesus offering “living water” during this feast, a preview of the future river of life (Zechariah 14:8; Revelation 22:1). - By mandating Sukkot attendance, the Lord enforces joyful remembrance of His provision and presence, uniting all peoples under one banner of worship (Isaiah 66:23). summary Zechariah 14:19 declares a literal, future sanction: any nation—Egypt included—that refuses to honor the reigning Messiah by attending the Feast of Tabernacles in Jerusalem will face divine punishment. God’s justice is specific (“Egypt”), universal (“all the nations”), conditional (“that do not go up”), and worship-centered (“to celebrate the Feast”). The verse highlights the King’s absolute authority, the necessity of obedient pilgrimage, and the joy of dwelling with God. Verse 19. - The punishment; literally, sin; ἁμαρτία: peccatum; here obviously the punishment of sin - sin with all its fatal consequences (comp. Numbers 18:22; Lamentations 3:39; Lamentations 4:6).Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Thisזֹ֥את (zōṯ) Pronoun - feminine singular Strong's 2063: Hereby in it, likewise, the one other, same, she, so much, such deed, that, will be תִּהְיֶ֖ה (tih·yeh) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be the punishment חַטַּ֣את (ḥaṭ·ṭaṯ) Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 2403: An offence, its penalty, occasion, sacrifice, expiation, an offender of Egypt מִצְרָ֑יִם (miṣ·rā·yim) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 4714: Egypt -- a son of Ham, also his descendants and their country in Northwest Africa and of all כָּל־ (kāl-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every the nations הַגּוֹיִ֔ם (hag·gō·w·yim) Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 1471: A foreign nation, a Gentile, a troop of animals, a flight of locusts that אֲשֶׁר֙ (’ă·šer) Pronoun - relative Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that do not לֹ֣א (lō) Adverb - Negative particle Strong's 3808: Not, no go up יַֽעֲל֔וּ (ya·‘ă·lū) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 5927: To ascend, in, actively to celebrate לָחֹ֖ג (lā·ḥōḡ) Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct Strong's 2287: To make a pilgrimage, keep a pilgrim feast the Feast חַ֥ג (ḥaḡ) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 2282: A festival gathering, feast, pilgrim feast of Tabernacles. הַסֻּכּֽוֹת׃ (has·suk·kō·wṯ) Article | Noun - feminine plural Strong's 5521: A thicket, booth Links Zechariah 14:19 NIVZechariah 14:19 NLT Zechariah 14:19 ESV Zechariah 14:19 NASB Zechariah 14:19 KJV Zechariah 14:19 BibleApps.com Zechariah 14:19 Biblia Paralela Zechariah 14:19 Chinese Bible Zechariah 14:19 French Bible Zechariah 14:19 Catholic Bible OT Prophets: Zechariah 14:19 This will be the punishment of Egypt (Zech. 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