Zechariah 1:2 nasb — "The LORD was very angry with your fathers.

NASB

""The LORD was very angry with your fathers."

— Zechariah 1:2, NASB

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Zechariah 1 — Context

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In the eighth month of the second year of Darius, the word of the LORD came to Zechariah the prophet, the son of Berechiah, the son of Iddo saying,

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"The LORD was very angry with your fathers.

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"Therefore say to them, 'Thus says the LORD of hosts, "Return to Me," declares the LORD of hosts, "that I may return to you," says the LORD of hosts.

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"Do not be like your fathers, to whom the former prophets proclaimed, saying, 'Thus says the LORD of hosts, "Return now from your evil ways and from your evil deeds."' But they did not listen or give heed to Me," declares the LORD.

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"Your fathers, where are they? And the prophets, do they live forever?

Zechariah 1:2 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Zechariah 1:2 say?
Zechariah 1:2 in the NASB reads: “"The LORD was very angry with your fathers.”
Where is Zechariah 1:2 in the Bible?
Zechariah 1:2 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Zechariah, chapter 1, verse 2.
Who wrote Zechariah?
Zechariah is traditionally attributed to Zechariah son of Berechiah. It was written c. 520–470 BC.
What is the book of Zechariah about?
Zechariah encourages the temple builders with a series of eight night visions and oracles, all pointing forward to the coming King who will enter Jerusalem on a donkey and be "pierced" for his people. It is one of the most messianic books in the Old Testament.
What are the major themes of Zechariah?
Zechariah explores themes including Vision, Coming King, Messiah, Temple, Day of the LORD. These themes shape the meaning and context of Zechariah 1:2.
What translation should I read Zechariah 1:2 in?
Zechariah 1:2 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 Zechariah 1:2?
Zechariah 1:2 reads (NASB): “"The LORD was very angry with your fathers.” 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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