Zechariah 2:11 "On that day many nations will join themselves to the LORD, and they will become My people. I will dwell among you, and you will know that the LORD of Hosts has sent Me to you.

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New International Version
“Many nations will be joined with the LORD in that day and will become my people. I will live among you and you will know that the LORD Almighty has sent me to you.

New Living Translation
Many nations will join themselves to the LORD on that day, and they, too, will be my people. I will live among you, and you will know that the LORD of Heaven’s Armies sent me to you.

English Standard Version
And many nations shall join themselves to the LORD in that day, and shall be my people. And I will dwell in your midst, and you shall know that the LORD of hosts has sent me to you.

Berean Standard Bible
“On that day many nations will join themselves to the LORD, and they will become My people. I will dwell among you, and you will know that the LORD of Hosts has sent Me to you.

King James Bible
And many nations shall be joined to the LORD in that day, and shall be my people: and I will dwell in the midst of thee, and thou shalt know that the LORD of hosts hath sent me unto thee.

New King James Version
“Many nations shall be joined to the LORD in that day, and they shall become My people. And I will dwell in your midst. Then you will know that the LORD of hosts has sent Me to you.

New American Standard Bible
“And many nations will join themselves to the LORD on that day and will become My people. Then I will dwell in your midst, and you will know that the LORD of armies has sent Me to you.

NASB 1995
“Many nations will join themselves to the LORD in that day and will become My people. Then I will dwell in your midst, and you will know that the LORD of hosts has sent Me to you.

NASB 1977
“And many nations will join themselves to the LORD in that day and will become My people. Then I will dwell in your midst, and you will know that the LORD of hosts has sent Me to you.

Legacy Standard Bible
“And many nations will join themselves to Yahweh in that day and will become My people. Then I will dwell in your midst, and you will know that Yahweh of hosts has sent Me to you.

Amplified Bible
“Many nations shall join themselves to the LORD in that day and shall be My people. And I will dwell in your midst, and you shall know (recognize, understand fully) that the LORD of hosts has sent Me to you.

Christian Standard Bible
“Many nations will join themselves to the LORD on that day and become my people. I will dwell among you, and you will know that the LORD of Armies has sent me to you.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Many nations will join themselves to the LORD on that day and become My people. I will dwell among you, and you will know that the LORD of Hosts has sent Me to you.

American Standard Version
And many nations shall join themselves to Jehovah in that day, and shall be my people; and I will dwell in the midst of thee, and thou shalt know that Jehovah of hosts has sent me unto thee.

Contemporary English Version
When he does, many nations will turn to him and become his people. At that time you will know that I am a prophet of the LORD All-Powerful.

English Revised Version
And many nations shall join themselves to the LORD in that day, and shall be my people: and I will dwell in the midst of thee, and thou shalt know that the LORD of hosts hath sent me unto thee.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
On that day many nations will join the LORD and become my people. I will live among you. Then you will know that the LORD of Armies has sent me to you.

Good News Translation
At that time many nations will come to the LORD and become his people. He will live among you, and you will know that he has sent me to you.

International Standard Version
"Many nations will cling to the LORD at that time and will become my people. I will live in your midst, and you will know that the LORD of the Heavenly Armies has sent me to you.

Majority Standard Bible
“On that day many nations will join themselves to the LORD, and they will become My people. I will dwell among you, and you will know that the LORD of Hosts has sent Me to you.

NET Bible
"Many nations will join themselves to the LORD on the day of salvation, and they will also be my people. Indeed, I will settle in the midst of you all." Then you will know that the LORD who rules over all has sent me to you.

New Heart English Bible
Many nations shall join themselves to the LORD in that day, and shall be my people; and I will dwell in the midst of you, and you shall know that the LORD of hosts has sent me to you.

Webster's Bible Translation
And many nations shall be joined to the LORD in that day, and shall be my people: and I will dwell in the midst of thee, and thou shalt know that the LORD of hosts hath sent me to thee.

World English Bible
Many nations shall join themselves to Yahweh in that day, and shall be my people; and I will dwell among you, and you shall know that Yahweh of Armies has sent me to you.

Literal Translations

Literal Standard Version
And many nations have been joined to YHWH in that day, "" And they have been to Me for a people, "" And I have dwelt in your midst, "" And you have known that YHWH of Hosts has sent Me to you.

Young's Literal Translation
And joined have been many nations unto Jehovah in that day, And they have been to Me for a people, And I have dwelt in thy midst, And thou hast known that Jehovah of Hosts hath sent me unto thee.

Smith's Literal Translation
And many nations joined themselves to Jehovah in that day, and they were to me for a people: and I dwelt in the midst of thee, and thou knewest that Jehovah of armies sent me to thee.

Catholic Translations

Douay-Rheims Bible
And many nations shall be joined to the Lord in that day, and they shall be my people, and I will dwell in the midst of thee: and thou shalt know that the Lord of hosts hath sent me to thee.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And many nations will be joined to the Lord in that day, and they will be my people, and I will dwell in your midst. And you will know that the Lord of hosts has sent me to you.

New American Bible
Many nations will bind themselves to the LORD on that day. They will be my people, and I will dwell in your midst. Then you shall know that the LORD of hosts has sent me to you.

New Revised Standard Version
Many nations shall join themselves to the LORD on that day, and shall be my people; and I will dwell in your midst. And you shall know that the LORD of hosts has sent me to you.

Translations from Aramaic

Lamsa Bible
And many nations shall follow the LORD in that day, and shall be his people; and he shall dwell in the midst of you, and you shall know that the LORD of hosts has sent me to you.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And the many nations shall accompany LORD JEHOVAH in that day, and they shall be for him a people, and he shall dwell within you, and you shall know that LORD JEHOVAH of Hosts has sent me unto you

OT Translations

JPS Tanakh 1917
And many nations shall join themselves to the LORD in that day, and shall be My people, and I will dwell in the midst of thee'; and thou shalt know that the LORD of hosts hath sent me unto thee.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And many nations shall flee for refuge to the Lord in that day, and they shall be for a people to him, and they shall dwell in the midst of thee: and thou shalt know that the Lord Almighty has sent me to thee.

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Context

The Redemption of Zion
…10“Shout for joy and be glad, O Daughter of Zion, for I am coming to dwell among you,” declares the LORD. 11“On that day many nations will join themselves to the LORD, and they will become My people. I will dwell among you, and you will know that the LORD of Hosts has sent Me to you. 12And the LORD will take possession of Judah as His portion in the Holy Land, and He will once again choose Jerusalem.…

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Cross References

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.

Isaiah 56:6-8
And the foreigners who join themselves to the LORD to minister to Him, to love the name of the LORD, and to be His servants—all who keep the Sabbath without profaning it and who hold fast to My covenant— / I will bring them to My holy mountain and make them joyful in My house of prayer. Their burnt offerings and sacrifices will be accepted on My altar, for My house will be called a house of prayer for all the nations.” / Thus declares the Lord GOD, who gathers the dispersed of Israel: “I will gather to them still others besides those already gathered.”

Jeremiah 16:19-21
O LORD, my strength and my fortress, my refuge in the day of distress, the nations will come to You from the ends of the earth, and they will say, “Our fathers inherited nothing but lies, worthless idols of no benefit at all. / Can man make gods for himself? Such are not gods!” / “Therefore behold, I will inform them, and this time I will make them know My power and My might; then they will know that My name is the LORD.

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.

Zephaniah 3:9-10
For then I will restore pure lips to the peoples, that all may call upon the name of the LORD and serve Him shoulder to shoulder. / From beyond the rivers of Cush My worshipers, My scattered people, will bring Me an offering.

Isaiah 60:3-5
Nations will come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your dawn. / Lift up your eyes and look around: They all gather and come to you; your sons will come from afar, and your daughters will be carried on the arm. / Then you will look and be radiant, and your heart will tremble and swell with joy, because the riches of the sea will be brought to you, and the wealth of the nations will come to you.

Isaiah 11:10
On that day the Root of Jesse will stand as a banner for the peoples. The nations will seek Him, and His place of rest will be glorious.

Psalm 22:27-28
All the ends of the earth will remember and turn to the LORD. All the families of the nations will bow down before Him. / For dominion belongs to the LORD and He rules over the nations.

Psalm 86:9
All the nations You have made will come and bow before You, O Lord, and they will glorify Your name.

Malachi 1:11
For My name will be great among the nations, from where the sun rises to where it sets. In every place, incense and pure offerings will be presented in My name, because My name will be great among the nations,” says the LORD of Hosts.

Revelation 7:9-10
After this I looked and saw a multitude too large to count, from every nation and tribe and people and tongue, standing before the throne and before the Lamb. They were wearing white robes and holding palm branches in their hands. / And they cried out in a loud voice: “Salvation to our God, who sits on the throne, and to the Lamb!”

Revelation 15:4
Who will not fear You, O Lord, and glorify Your name? For You alone are holy. All nations will come and worship before You, for Your righteous acts have been revealed.”

Matthew 28:19
Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit,

John 10:16
I have other sheep that are not of this fold. I must bring them in as well, and they will listen to My voice. Then there will be one flock and one shepherd.

Acts 15:14-17
Simon has told us how God first visited the Gentiles to take from them a people to be His own. / The words of the prophets agree with this, as it is written: / ‘After this I will return and rebuild the fallen tent of David. Its ruins I will rebuild, and I will restore it, ...

Treasury of Scripture

And many nations shall be joined to the LORD in that day, and shall be my people: and I will dwell in the middle of you, and you shall know that the LORD of hosts has sent me to you.

many.

Zechariah 8:20-23
Thus saith the LORD of hosts; It shall yet come to pass, that there shall come people, and the inhabitants of many cities: …

Psalm 22:27-30
All the ends of the world shall remember and turn unto the LORD: and all the kindreds of the nations shall worship before thee…

Psalm 68:29-31
Because of thy temple at Jerusalem shall kings bring presents unto thee…

in that day.

Zechariah 3:10
In that day, saith the LORD of hosts, shall ye call every man his neighbour under the vine and under the fig tree.

my people.

Exodus 12:49
One law shall be to him that is homeborn, and unto the stranger that sojourneth among you.

thou.

Zechariah 2:9
For, behold, I will shake mine hand upon them, and they shall be a spoil to their servants: and ye shall know that the LORD of hosts hath sent me.

Ezekiel 33:33
And when this cometh to pass, (lo, it will come,) then shall they know that a prophet hath been among them.

John 17:21,23,25
That they all may be one; as thou, Father, art in me, and I in thee, that they also may be one in us: that the world may believe that thou hast sent me…

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Zechariah 2

1. God, in the care of Jerusalem, sends to measure it.
6. The redemption of Zion.
10. The promise of God's presence.

Berean Study Bible

Many nations
The phrase "Many nations" signifies the expansive reach of God's redemptive plan. In the Hebrew text, the word for "nations" is "goyim," which often refers to Gentiles or non-Israelite peoples. This indicates a prophetic vision where God's covenant extends beyond Israel to include diverse ethnic groups. Historically, this foreshadows the New Testament revelation where the Gospel is preached to all nations, fulfilling the Great Commission (Matthew 28:19). It underscores the inclusivity of God's kingdom, breaking ethnic and cultural barriers.

will join themselves to the LORD
The Hebrew verb "join" (לָוָה, lavah) implies a deep, covenantal relationship. This is not a mere association but a binding commitment akin to marriage. Theologically, it reflects the transformative power of faith, where individuals and nations are grafted into the spiritual lineage of Abraham (Romans 11:17). This joining is a voluntary act of allegiance and worship, highlighting the universal call to salvation and the unity of believers in Christ.

in that day
This phrase "in that day" is eschatological, pointing to a future time of fulfillment. In prophetic literature, it often refers to the "Day of the LORD," a time of divine intervention and ultimate restoration. It suggests a specific, divinely appointed time when God's purposes will be fully realized. This anticipates the Messianic age, where Christ's reign brings peace and justice, aligning with the hope of a new heaven and new earth (Revelation 21:1).

and they will become My people
The transformation into "My people" signifies adoption into God's family. The Hebrew term "עַם" (am) denotes a collective identity, emphasizing belonging and community. This echoes the covenantal promise found in Exodus 6:7, where God declares Israel as His people. In the New Testament, this is expanded to include all who believe in Christ, as seen in 1 Peter 2:9-10, where believers are called a "chosen people."

I will dwell among you
The promise "I will dwell among you" is central to God's relational nature. The Hebrew word "שָׁכַן" (shakan) means to settle or abide, and is the root for "Shekinah," the divine presence. This recalls the tabernacle and temple, where God's glory resided among His people. In the New Testament, this is fulfilled in Jesus Christ, Immanuel, "God with us" (Matthew 1:23), and through the Holy Spirit dwelling in believers (1 Corinthians 3:16).

and you will know
The phrase "and you will know" implies experiential knowledge, not just intellectual assent. The Hebrew word "יָדַע" (yada) encompasses intimate understanding and relationship. This knowledge is transformative, leading to a deeper faith and trust in God's sovereignty. It reflects the biblical theme of revelation, where God makes Himself known to humanity through His actions and presence.

that the LORD of Hosts has sent Me to you
The title "LORD of Hosts" (יְהוָה צְבָאוֹת, Yahweh Tseva'ot) emphasizes God's supreme authority over heavenly armies and earthly affairs. The phrase "has sent Me to you" suggests a divine mission, often interpreted as a Messianic prophecy. In Christian theology, this is seen as a reference to Christ, the sent one, who accomplishes God's redemptive work. It underscores the divine initiative in salvation history, where God actively pursues and redeems His creation.

Pulpit Commentary

Verse 11. - Many nations shall be joined (shall join themselves) to the Lord; "shall fly for refuge unto the Lord" (Septuagint). My people; unto me for a people; Septuagint, "shall be unto him for a people" (comp. Zechariah 8:20). No mere conversion of individuals among the heathen satisfies this promise. Whole nations shall become the Lord's people. That title shall be shared with Israel by countless multitudes (comp, Isaiah 2:2, 3; Isaiah 11:10; Micah 4:2; Zephaniah 2:11), I will dwell, etc. The promise of ver. 10 is repeated for assurance' sake. The LXX. has, "And they shall dwell in the midst of thee." Thou shalt know (as ver. 9).

Parallel Commentaries ...

Hebrew

“On that
הַה֔וּא (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

many
רַבִּ֤ים (rab·bîm)
Adjective - masculine plural
Strong's 7227: Much, many, great

nations
גוֹיִ֨ם (ḡō·w·yim)
Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 1471: A foreign nation, a Gentile, a troop of animals, a flight of locusts

will join
וְנִלְווּ֩ (wə·nil·wū)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Nifal - Conjunctive perfect - third person common plural
Strong's 3867: To twine, to unite, to remain, to borrow, to lend

themselves to
אֶל־ (’el-)
Preposition
Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to

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

and they will become
וְהָ֥יוּ (wə·hā·yū)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - third person common plural
Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be

My
לִ֖י (lî)
Preposition | first person common singular
Strong's Hebrew

people.
לְעָ֑ם (lə·‘ām)
Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 5971: A people, a tribe, troops, attendants, a flock

I will dwell
וְשָׁכַנְתִּ֣י (wə·šā·ḵan·tî)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - first person common singular
Strong's 7931: To settle down, abide, dwell

among you,
בְתוֹכֵ֔ךְ (ḇə·ṯō·w·ḵêḵ)
Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct | second person feminine singular
Strong's 8432: A bisection, the centre

and you will know
וְיָדַ֕עַתְּ (wə·yā·ḏa·‘at)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - second person feminine singular
Strong's 3045: To know

that
כִּי־ (kî-)
Conjunction
Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction

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

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

has sent Me
שְׁלָחַ֥נִי (šə·lā·ḥa·nî)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular | first person common singular
Strong's 7971: To send away, for, out

to you.
אֵלָֽיִךְ׃ (’ê·lā·yiḵ)
Preposition | second person feminine singular
Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to

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OT Prophets: Zechariah 2:11 Many nations shall join themselves to Yahweh (Zech. Zec Zc)