Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version This is what the LORD Almighty says: “Once again men and women of ripe old age will sit in the streets of Jerusalem, each of them with cane in hand because of their age. New Living Translation “This is what the LORD of Heaven’s Armies says: Once again old men and women will walk Jerusalem’s streets with their canes and will sit together in the city squares. English Standard Version Thus says the LORD of hosts: Old men and old women shall again sit in the streets of Jerusalem, each with staff in hand because of great age. Berean Standard Bible This is what the LORD of Hosts says: “Old men and old women will again sit along the streets of Jerusalem, each with a staff in hand because of great age. King James Bible Thus saith the LORD of hosts; There shall yet old men and old women dwell in the streets of Jerusalem, and every man with his staff in his hand for very age. New King James Version “Thus says the LORD of hosts: ‘Old men and old women shall again sit In the streets of Jerusalem, Each one with his staff in his hand Because of great age. New American Standard Bible The LORD of armies says this: ‘Old men and old women will again sit in the public squares of Jerusalem, each person with his staff in his hand because of age. NASB 1995 “Thus says the LORD of hosts, ‘Old men and old women will again sit in the streets of Jerusalem, each man with his staff in his hand because of age. NASB 1977 “Thus says the LORD of hosts, ‘Old men and old women will again sit in the streets of Jerusalem, each man with his staff in his hand because of age. Legacy Standard Bible Thus says Yahweh of hosts, ‘Old men and old women will again sit in the streets of Jerusalem, each man with his staff in his hand because of age. Amplified Bible Thus says the LORD of hosts, ‘Old men and old women will again sit in the streets (public places) of Jerusalem, each man with his staff in his hand because of his advanced age. Christian Standard Bible The LORD of Armies says this: “Old men and women will again sit along the streets of Jerusalem, each with a staff in hand because of advanced age. Holman Christian Standard Bible The LORD of Hosts says this: “Old men and women will again sit along the streets of Jerusalem, each with a staff in hand because of advanced age. American Standard Version Thus saith Jehovah of hosts: There shall yet old men and old women dwell in the streets of Jerusalem, every man with his staff in his hand for very age. Contemporary English Version Very old people with walking sticks will once again sit around in Jerusalem, English Revised Version Thus saith the LORD of hosts: There shall yet old men and old women dwell in the streets of Jerusalem, every man with his staff in his hand for very age. GOD'S WORD® Translation This is what the LORD of Armies says: Old men and old women will again sit in the streets of Jerusalem. Each will have a cane in hand because of old age. Good News Translation Once again old men and women, so old that they use canes when they walk, will be sitting in the city squares. International Standard Version "This is what the LORD of the Heavenly Armies says: 'There will yet be old men and old women sitting in the parks of Jerusalem, each one of them holding canes in their hands due to their old age! Majority Standard Bible This is what the LORD of Hosts says: ?Old men and old women will again sit along the streets of Jerusalem, each with a staff in hand because of great age. NET Bible Moreover, the LORD who rules over all says, 'Old men and women will once more live in the plazas of Jerusalem, each one leaning on a cane because of advanced age. New Heart English Bible Thus says the LORD of hosts: "Old men and old women will again dwell in the streets of Jerusalem, every man with his staff in his hand for very age. Webster's Bible Translation Thus saith the LORD of hosts; There shall yet old men and old women dwell in the streets of Jerusalem, and every man with his staff in his hand for very age. World English Bible Yahweh of Armies says: “Old men and old women will again dwell in the streets of Jerusalem, every man with his staff in his hand because of their old age. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionThus said YHWH of Hosts: Again old men and old women dwell "" In broad places of Jerusalem, "" And each his staff in his hand, "" Because of abundance of days. Young's Literal Translation Thus said Jehovah of Hosts: Again dwell do old men and old women, In broad places of Jerusalem, And each his staff in his hand, Because of abundance of days. Smith's Literal Translation Thus said Jehovah of armies: Yet shall old men and old women sit in the broad places of Jerusalem, and a man his support in his hand from the multitude of days. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThus saith the Lord of hosts: There shall yet old men and old women dwell in the streets of Jerusalem: and every man with his staff in his hand through multitude of days. Catholic Public Domain Version Thus says the Lord of hosts: Then elderly men and elderly women will dwell in the streets of Jerusalem, and every man will be with his walking stick in his hand, because of the multitude of days. New American Bible Thus says the LORD of hosts: Old men and old women will again sit in the streets of Jerusalem, each with staff in hand because of old age. New Revised Standard Version Thus says the LORD of hosts: Old men and old women shall again sit in the streets of Jerusalem, each with staff in hand because of their great age. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThus says the LORD of hosts: From henceforth old men and old women shall sit in the streets of Jerusalem, every man with his staff in his hand because of his age. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Thus says LORD JEHOVAH of Hosts: ‘therefore old men and old women will be sitting in the streets of Jerusalem, and a man’s staff shall be held in his hand from an abundance of days OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Thus saith the LORD of hosts: There shall yet old men and old women sit in the broad places of Jerusalem, every man with his staff in his hand for very age. Brenton Septuagint Translation Thus saith the Lord Almighty; There shall yet dwell old men and old women in the streets of Jerusalem, every one holding his staff in his hand for age. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Restoration of Jerusalem…3This is what the LORD says: “I will return to Zion and dwell in Jerusalem. Then Jerusalem will be called the City of Truth, and the mountain of the LORD of Hosts will be called the Holy Mountain.” 4This is what the LORD of Hosts says: “Old men and old women will again sit along the streets of Jerusalem, each with a staff in hand because of great age. 5And the streets of the city will be filled with boys and girls playing there.”… Cross References Isaiah 65:20 No longer will a nursing infant live but a few days, or an old man fail to live out his years. For the youth will die at a hundred years, and he who fails to reach a hundred will be considered accursed. Jeremiah 31:12-13 They will come and shout for joy on the heights of Zion; they will be radiant over the bounty of the LORD—the grain, new wine, and oil, and the young of the flocks and herds. Their life will be like a well-watered garden, and never again will they languish. / Then the maidens will rejoice with dancing, young men and old as well. I will turn their mourning into joy, and give them comfort and joy for their sorrow. Psalm 128:6 that you may see your children’s children. Peace be upon Israel! Isaiah 11:6-9 The wolf will live with the lamb, and the leopard will lie down with the goat; the calf and young lion and fatling will be together, and a little child will lead them. / The cow will graze with the bear, their young will lie down together, and the lion will eat straw like the ox. / The infant will play by the cobra’s den, and the toddler will reach into the viper’s nest. ... Jeremiah 30:19-20 Thanksgiving will proceed from them, a sound of celebration. I will multiply them, and they will not be decreased; I will honor them, and they will not be belittled. / Their children will be as in days of old, and their congregation will be established before Me; and I will punish all their oppressors. Leviticus 26:10 You will still be eating the old supply of grain when you need to clear it out to make room for the new. Job 5:26 You will come to the grave in full vigor, like a sheaf of grain gathered in season. Isaiah 65:22 No longer will they build houses for others to inhabit, nor plant for others to eat. For as is the lifetime of a tree, so will be the days of My people, and My chosen ones will fully enjoy the work of their hands. Jeremiah 33:11 the sounds of joy and gladness, the voices of the bride and bridegroom, and the voices of those bringing thank offerings into the house of the LORD, saying: ‘Give thanks to the LORD of Hosts, for the LORD is good; His loving devotion endures forever.’ For I will restore the land from captivity as in former times, says the LORD. Ezekiel 36:11 I will fill you with people and animals, and they will multiply and be fruitful. I will make you as inhabited as you once were, and I will make you prosper more than before. Then you will know that I am the LORD. Isaiah 35:10 So the redeemed of the LORD will return and enter Zion with singing, crowned with everlasting joy. Gladness and joy will overtake them, and sorrow and sighing will flee. Psalm 92:14 In old age they will still bear fruit; healthy and green they will remain, Isaiah 60:20 Your sun will no longer set, and your moon will not wane; for the LORD will be your everlasting light, and the days of your sorrow will cease. Matthew 19:29 And everyone who has left houses or brothers or sisters or father or mother or wife or children or fields for the sake of My name will receive a hundredfold and will inherit eternal life. Luke 1:50 His mercy extends to those who fear Him, from generation to generation. Treasury of Scripture Thus said the LORD of hosts; There shall yet old men and old women dwell in the streets of Jerusalem, and every man with his staff in his hand for very age. There. 1 Samuel 2:31 Behold, the days come, that I will cut off thine arm, and the arm of thy father's house, that there shall not be an old man in thine house. Job 5:26 Thou shalt come to thy grave in a full age, like as a shock of corn cometh in in his season. Job 42:17 So Job died, being old and full of days. very age. Jump to Previous Age Almighty Armies Broad Dwell Hand Hosts Jerusalem Multitude Once Open Places Ripe Seated Sit Spaces Staff Stick Streets WomenJump to Next Age Almighty Armies Broad Dwell Hand Hosts Jerusalem Multitude Once Open Places Ripe Seated Sit Spaces Staff Stick Streets WomenZechariah 8 1. The restoration of Jerusalem.9. They are encouraged to build the temple by God's favor to them. 16. Good works are required of them. 18. Joy and blessing are promised. This is what the LORD of Hosts says: This phrase emphasizes the authority and sovereignty of God, often used by prophets to assert that the message is directly from God. The title "LORD of Hosts" refers to God as the commander of heavenly armies, underscoring His power and ability to fulfill His promises. This introduction assures the audience that the following prophecy is divinely ordained and certain. Old men and old women will again sit along the streets of Jerusalem: Each with a staff in hand because of great age: Persons / Places / Events 1. The LORD of HostsThis title emphasizes God's sovereignty and power over all heavenly and earthly armies. It underscores His authority in bringing about the restoration of Jerusalem. 2. Old Men and Old Women Symbolic of peace and longevity, their presence in the streets signifies a return to normalcy and security in Jerusalem, contrasting with the previous desolation. 3. Jerusalem The city central to Jewish identity and worship, representing God's covenant promises and the focal point of His redemptive plans. 4. Streets of Jerusalem These public spaces are symbolic of communal life and prosperity, indicating a thriving and safe environment. 5. Staff in Hand Represents the wisdom and experience of age, as well as the support needed due to their advanced years, highlighting the fulfillment of life in a restored community. Teaching Points God's Faithfulness in RestorationGod promises to restore what was lost, bringing peace and security to His people. This encourages us to trust in His faithfulness even when circumstances seem bleak. The Value of Community and Longevity The presence of the elderly in the streets signifies a healthy, thriving community. We should value and honor the wisdom and experience of older generations in our own communities. Hope for the Future This vision of peace and longevity offers hope for the future, reminding us that God’s ultimate plan is for our well-being and prosperity. The Importance of Security and Peace The peaceful image of the elderly in the streets challenges us to work towards creating safe and secure environments in our own communities.Verse 4. - There shall yet old men...dwell (sit), etc. A picture of happy security and plenty, in vivid contrast to the desolation deplored in Lamentations 2; Lamentations 5. In the days of the Maccabees it is noted, among other tokens of peace and prosperity, that "the ancient men sat all in the streets, communing together of good things" (1 Macc. 14:9). For very age; Hebrew, for multitude of days. People shall reach the utmost limits of human life. According to the old Law, length of days was the reward of obedience (Genesis 15:15; Exodus 20:12; Deuteronomy 4:40), and an early death was inflicted as a punishment of sin (Deuteronomy 28:20; Psalm 54:23; 78:33). Such promises are made also in Messianic times (Isaiah 65:20), though in a different sense. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew This is whatכֹּ֤ה (kōh) Adverb Strong's 3541: Like this, thus, here, now the LORD יְהוָ֣ה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel of Hosts צְבָא֔וֹת (ṣə·ḇā·’ō·wṯ) Noun - common plural Strong's 6635: A mass of persons, reg, organized for, war, a campaign says: אָמַר֙ (’ā·mar) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 559: To utter, say “Old men זְקֵנִ֣ים (zə·qê·nîm) Adjective - masculine plural Strong's 2205: Old and old women וּזְקֵנ֔וֹת (ū·zə·qê·nō·wṯ) Conjunctive waw | Adjective - feminine plural Strong's 2205: Old will again עֹ֤ד (‘ōḏ) Adverb Strong's 5750: Iteration, continuance, again, repeatedly, still, more sit יֵֽשְׁבוּ֙ (yê·šə·ḇū) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 3427: To sit down, to dwell, to remain, to settle, to marry along the streets בִּרְחֹב֖וֹת (bir·ḥō·ḇō·wṯ) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 7339: A broad open place, plaza of Jerusalem, יְרוּשָׁלִָ֑ם (yə·rū·šā·lim) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 3389: Jerusalem -- probably 'foundation of peace', capital city of all Israel each וְאִ֧ישׁ (wə·’îš) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 376: A man as an individual, a male person with a staff מִשְׁעַנְתּ֛וֹ (miš·‘an·tōw) Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 4938: Support, sustenance, a walking-stick in hand בְּיָד֖וֹ (bə·yā·ḏōw) Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 3027: A hand because of מֵרֹ֥ב (mê·rōḇ) Preposition-m | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 7230: Multitude, abundance, greatness great age. יָמִֽים׃ (yā·mîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 3117: A day Links Zechariah 8:4 NIVZechariah 8:4 NLT Zechariah 8:4 ESV Zechariah 8:4 NASB Zechariah 8:4 KJV Zechariah 8:4 BibleApps.com Zechariah 8:4 Biblia Paralela Zechariah 8:4 Chinese Bible Zechariah 8:4 French Bible Zechariah 8:4 Catholic Bible OT Prophets: Zechariah 8:4 Thus says Yahweh of Armies: Old men (Zech. 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