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Haggai 2:2

Haggai 2:1 bbe — In the seventh month, on the twenty-first day of the month, the word of the Lord came by Haggai the prophet, saying,

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"In the seventh month, on the twenty-first day of the month, the word of the Lord came by Haggai the prophet, saying,"

— Haggai 2:1, Bible in Basic English

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Haggai 2 — Context

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In the seventh month, on the twenty-first day of the month, the word of the Lord came by Haggai the prophet, saying,

2

Say now to Zerubbabel, the son of Shealtiel, ruler of Judah, and to Joshua, the son of Jehozadak, the high priest, and to the rest of the people,

3

Who is there still among you who saw this house in its first glory? and how do you see it now? is it not in your eyes as nothing?

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But now be strong, O Zerubbabel, says the Lord; and be strong, O Joshua, son of Jehozadak, the high priest; and be strong, all you people of the land, says the Lord, and get to work: for I am with you, says the Lord of armies:

Haggai 2:1 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Haggai 2:1 say?
Haggai 2:1 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “In the seventh month, on the twenty-first day of the month, the word of the Lord came by Haggai the prophet, saying,”
Where is Haggai 2:1 in the Bible?
Haggai 2:1 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Haggai, chapter 2, verse 1.
Who wrote Haggai?
Haggai is traditionally attributed to Haggai. It was written 520 BC.
What is the book of Haggai about?
Haggai's short, pointed sermons rebuke the returned exiles for leaving God's house in ruins while busy with their own. With four messages over four months he stirs the people to finish the temple — and promises that its later glory will surpass the former.
What are the major themes of Haggai?
Haggai explores themes including Priorities, Temple Rebuilding, Obedience, Promise of Glory. These themes shape the meaning and context of Haggai 2:1.
What translation should I read Haggai 2:1 in?
Haggai 2:1 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Haggai 2:1?
Haggai 2:1 reads (BBE): “In the seventh month, on the twenty-first day of the month, the word of the Lord came by Haggai the prophet, saying,” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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