Zechariah 11:11
New International Version
It was revoked on that day, and so the oppressed of the flock who were watching me knew it was the word of the LORD.

New Living Translation
That was the end of my covenant with them. The suffering flock was watching me, and they knew that the LORD was speaking through my actions.

English Standard Version
So it was annulled on that day, and the sheep traders, who were watching me, knew that it was the word of the LORD.

Berean Standard Bible
It was revoked on that day, and so the afflicted of the flock who were watching me knew that it was the word of the LORD.

King James Bible
And it was broken in that day: and so the poor of the flock that waited upon me knew that it was the word of the LORD.

New King James Version
So it was broken on that day. Thus the poor of the flock, who were watching me, knew that it was the word of the LORD.

New American Standard Bible
So it was broken on that day, and so the afflicted of the flock who were watching me realized that it was the word of the LORD.

NASB 1995
So it was broken on that day, and thus the afflicted of the flock who were watching me realized that it was the word of the LORD.

NASB 1977
So it was broken on that day, and thus the afflicted of the flock who were watching me realized that it was the word of the LORD.

Legacy Standard Bible
So it was broken on that day, and thus the afflicted of the flock who were watching me knew that it was the word of Yahweh.

Amplified Bible
So the covenant was broken on that day, and thus the most wretched of the flock who were watching me realized that it was the word of the LORD.

Christian Standard Bible
It was annulled on that day, and so the oppressed of the flock who were watching me knew that it was the word of the LORD.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
It was annulled on that day, and so the afflicted of the flock who were watching me knew that it was the word of the LORD.

American Standard Version
And it was broken in that day; and thus the poor of the flock that gave heed unto me knew that it was the word of Jehovah.

Contemporary English Version
The sheep dealers who saw me knew at once that this was a message from the LORD.

English Revised Version
And it was broken in that day: and thus the poor of the flock that gave heed unto me knew that it was the word of the LORD.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
So it was broken on that day, and the oppressed among the sheep who were watching me realized that it was the word of the LORD.

Good News Translation
So the covenant was canceled on that day. Those who bought and sold the sheep were watching me, and they knew that the LORD was speaking through what I did.

International Standard Version
It was broken at that time so the oppressed of the flock who were observing me would know that it had been a message from the LORD.

Majority Standard Bible
It was revoked on that day, and so the afflicted of the flock who were watching me knew that it was the word of the LORD.

NET Bible
So it was annulled that very day, and then the most afflicted of the flock who kept faith with me knew that that was the word of the LORD.

New Heart English Bible
It was broken in that day; and thus the poor of the flock that listened to me knew that it was the word of the LORD.

Webster's Bible Translation
And it was broken in that day: and so the poor of the flock that waited upon me knew that it was the word of the LORD.

World English Bible
It was broken in that day; and thus the poor of the flock that listened to me knew that it was Yahweh’s word.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and it is broken in that day, and the afflicted of the flock who are observing me know well, that it [is] a word of YHWH.

Young's Literal Translation
and it is broken in that day, and know well do the afflicted of the flock who are observing me, that it is a word of Jehovah.

Smith's Literal Translation
And it shall be broken in that day: and the poor of the flock watching me knew that it was the word of Jehovah.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And it was made void in that day: and so the poor of the flock that keep for me, understood that it is the word of the Lord.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And it became invalid in that day. And so they understood, just like the poor of the flock who stay close to me, that this is the word of the Lord.

New American Bible
So it was broken on that day. The merchants of the flock, who were watching me, understood that this was the word of the LORD.

New Revised Standard Version
So it was annulled on that day, and the sheep merchants, who were watching me, knew that it was the word of the LORD.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And it was nullified in that very day; and so the meek of the flock who were watching me knew that it was the word of the LORD.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And it was abolished by me in that day, and the meek of the sheep who were watching me knew that it was the word of LORD JEHOVAH
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And it was broken in that day; and the poor of the flock that gave heed unto me knew of a truth that it was the word of the LORD.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And it shall be broken in that day; and the Chananites, the sheep that are kept for me, shall know that it is the word of the Lord.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Thirty Pieces of Silver
10Next I took my staff called Favor and cut it in two, revoking the covenant I had made with all the nations. 11It was revoked on that day, and so the afflicted of the flock who were watching me knew that it was the word of the LORD. 12Then I told them, “If it seems right to you, give me my wages; but if not, keep them.” So they weighed out my wages, thirty pieces of silver.…

Cross References
Matthew 27:9-10
Then what was spoken through Jeremiah the prophet was fulfilled: “They took the thirty pieces of silver, the price set on Him by the people of Israel, / and they gave them for the potter’s field, as the Lord had commanded me.”

Jeremiah 19:1-13
This is what the LORD says: “Go and buy a clay jar from a potter. Take some of the elders of the people and leaders of the priests, / and go out to the Valley of Ben-hinnom near the entrance of the Potsherd Gate. Proclaim there the words I speak to you, / saying, ‘Hear the word of the LORD, O kings of Judah and residents of Jerusalem. This is what the LORD of Hosts, the God of Israel, says: I am going to bring such disaster on this place that the ears of all who hear of it will ring, ...

Jeremiah 32:6-15
Jeremiah replied, “The word of the LORD came to me, saying: / Behold! Hanamel, the son of your uncle Shallum, is coming to you to say, ‘Buy for yourself my field in Anathoth, for you have the right of redemption to buy it.’ / Then, as the LORD had said, my cousin Hanamel came to me in the courtyard of the guard and urged me, ‘Please buy my field in Anathoth in the land of Benjamin, for you own the right of inheritance and redemption. Buy it for yourself.’” Then I knew that this was the word of the LORD. ...

Ezekiel 34:1-10
Then the word of the LORD came to me, saying, / “Son of man, prophesy against the shepherds of Israel. Prophesy and tell them that this is what the Lord GOD says: ‘Woe to the shepherds of Israel, who only feed themselves! Should not the shepherds feed their flock? / You eat the fat, wear the wool, and butcher the fattened sheep, but you do not feed the flock. ...

Isaiah 53:3
He was despised and rejected by men, a man of sorrows, acquainted with grief. Like one from whom men hide their faces, He was despised, and we esteemed Him not.

John 10:11-18
I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down His life for the sheep. / The hired hand is not the shepherd, and the sheep are not his own. When he sees the wolf coming, he abandons the sheep and runs away. Then the wolf pounces on them and scatters the flock. / The man runs away because he is a hired servant and is unconcerned for the sheep. ...

Psalm 118:22
The stone the builders rejected has become the cornerstone.

Isaiah 49:7
Thus says the LORD, the Redeemer and Holy One of Israel, to Him who was despised and abhorred by the nation, to the Servant of rulers: “Kings will see You and rise, and princes will bow down, because of the LORD, who is faithful, the Holy One of Israel, who has chosen You.”

Ezekiel 37:15-28
Again the word of the LORD came to me, saying, / “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. ...

Hosea 3:4-5
For the Israelites must live many days without king or prince, without sacrifice or sacred pillar, and without ephod or idol. / Afterward, the people of Israel will return and seek the LORD their God and David their king. They will come trembling to the LORD and to His goodness in the last days.

Matthew 21:42
Jesus said to them, “Have you never read in the Scriptures: ‘The stone the builders rejected has become the cornerstone. This is from the Lord, and it is marvelous in our eyes’?

Mark 12:10-11
Have you never read this Scripture: ‘The stone the builders rejected has become the cornerstone. / This is from the Lord, and it is marvelous in our eyes’?”

Luke 20:17
But Jesus looked directly at them and said, “Then what is the meaning of that which is written: ‘The stone the builders rejected has become the cornerstone’?

Acts 4:11
This Jesus is ‘the stone you builders rejected, which has become the cornerstone.’

1 Peter 2:7
To you who believe, then, this stone is precious. But to those who do not believe, “The stone the builders rejected has become the cornerstone,”


Treasury of Scripture

And it was broken in that day: and so the poor of the flock that waited on me knew that it was the word of the LORD.

so, etc.

Zechariah 11:7
And I will feed the flock of slaughter, even you, O poor of the flock. And I took unto me two staves; the one I called Beauty, and the other I called Bands; and I fed the flock.

Psalm 69:33
For the LORD heareth the poor, and despiseth not his prisoners.

Psalm 72:12-14
For he shall deliver the needy when he crieth; the poor also, and him that hath no helper…

that waited.

Isaiah 8:17
And I will wait upon the LORD, that hideth his face from the house of Jacob, and I will look for him.

Isaiah 26:8,9
Yea, in the way of thy judgments, O LORD, have we waited for thee; the desire of our soul is to thy name, and to the remembrance of thee…

Isaiah 40:31
But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.

knew.

Zechariah 11:6
For I will no more pity the inhabitants of the land, saith the LORD: but, lo, I will deliver the men every one into his neighbour's hand, and into the hand of his king: and they shall smite the land, and out of their hand I will not deliver them.

Leviticus 26:38-46
And ye shall perish among the heathen, and the land of your enemies shall eat you up…

Deuteronomy 28:49-68
The LORD shall bring a nation against thee from far, from the end of the earth, as swift as the eagle flieth; a nation whose tongue thou shalt not understand; …

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Zechariah 11
1. The destruction of Jerusalem.
3. The elect being cared for, the rest are rejected.
10. The staves of Beauty and Bands broken by the rejection of Christ.
15. The type and curse of a foolish shepherd.














It was revoked on that day
The phrase "It was revoked" refers to the breaking of the covenant, symbolized by the breaking of the staff called "Favor" earlier in the chapter. The Hebrew root for "revoked" is "parar," which means to break, frustrate, or annul. This action signifies a divine judgment and a cessation of God's protective favor over Israel due to their persistent disobedience. The specificity of "on that day" underscores the immediacy and certainty of God's actions in response to Israel's rejection of His shepherding. Historically, this can be seen as a foreshadowing of the events leading to the destruction of Jerusalem and the dispersion of the Jewish people.

and so the afflicted of the flock
The "afflicted of the flock" refers to the humble and faithful remnant within Israel who are suffering under the leadership of corrupt shepherds. The Hebrew word for "afflicted" is "ani," which conveys a sense of being poor, humble, or oppressed. This group is often highlighted in Scripture as those who remain faithful to God despite adverse circumstances. They are the ones who are sensitive to God's movements and recognize His voice, contrasting with the unfaithful leaders and people who are blind to God's actions.

who were watching me
The phrase "who were watching me" indicates a group that is attentive and discerning, observing the actions and words of the prophet Zechariah, who acts as a representative of God. The Hebrew root "shamar" means to keep, guard, or observe, suggesting a vigilant and expectant attitude. This remnant is spiritually alert, understanding the significance of the prophetic actions and messages. Their watchfulness is a model for believers to remain spiritually vigilant and discerning of God's work in the world.

knew it was the word of the LORD
The "word of the LORD" is a powerful phrase indicating divine revelation and authority. The Hebrew term "dabar" for "word" implies not just spoken words but also actions and events that convey God's will and purpose. The afflicted remnant's recognition that it was the "word of the LORD" signifies their spiritual insight and faith. They understand that the breaking of the covenant is not merely a human action but a divine pronouncement. This acknowledgment reflects a deep trust in God's sovereignty and a commitment to His truth, even when it involves judgment and hardship.

Verse 11. - It was broken. The covenant just mentioned (ver. 10) was broken. And so the poor of the flock that waited upon me (that gave heed unto me) know. The punishment inflicted on the withdrawal of God's protection had some good result. Though the bulk of the nation took no heed, learned no lesson, yet the humble and the suffering among them, who paid respect to his words, recognized that what happened was according to God's Word, and knew that all the rest would be fulfilled in due season. This was the effect of the Captivity; it forced the Israelites to see the hand of the Lord in the calamities that had befallen them, and it drove the thoughtful among them to repentance and amendment (Jeremiah 3:13, 23; Daniel 9:8, etc.). The breaking asunder of the first staff refers primarily to the time of the exile, and not to the absolute relinquishment of the flock. One staff is left, and for a time utter destruction is postponed. For "the poor," the LXX. reads, as in ver. 7, "the Cananeans," meaning probably "merchants." Ewald and others, who hold the pre-exilian date of this prophecy, see here an allusion to the invasion of the Assyrians under Pul (2 Kings 15:19).

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
It was revoked
וַתֻּפַ֖ר (wat·tu·p̄ar)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hofal - Consecutive imperfect - third person feminine singular
Strong's 6565: To break up, to violate, frustrate

on that
הַה֑וּא (ha·hū)
Article | Pronoun - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1931: He, self, the same, this, that, as, are

day,
בַּיּ֣וֹם (bay·yō·wm)
Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 3117: A day

and so
כֵ֜ן (ḵên)
Adverb
Strong's 3651: So -- thus

the afflicted
עֲנִיֵּ֤י (‘ă·nî·yê)
Adjective - masculine plural construct
Strong's 6041: Poor, afflicted, humble

of the flock
הַצֹּאן֙ (haṣ·ṣōn)
Article | Noun - common singular
Strong's 6629: Small cattle, sheep and goats, flock

who were watching
הַשֹּׁמְרִ֣ים (haš·šō·mə·rîm)
Article | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural
Strong's 8104: To hedge about, guard, to protect, attend to

me knew
וַיֵּדְע֨וּ (way·yê·ḏə·‘ū)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 3045: To know

that
כִּ֥י (kî)
Conjunction
Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction

it
הֽוּא׃ (hū)
Pronoun - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1931: He, self, the same, this, that, as, are

was the word
דְבַר־ (ḏə·ḇar-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1697: A word, a matter, thing, a cause

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


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