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Zephaniah 3:12 akjv — I will also leave in the middle of you an afflicted and poor people, and they shall trust in the name of the LORD.

American King James Version

"I will also leave in the middle of you an afflicted and poor people, and they shall trust in the name of the LORD. "

— Zephaniah 3:12, American King James Version

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Zephaniah 3 — Context

9

For then will I turn to the people a pure language, that they may all call on the name of the LORD, to serve him with one consent.

10

From beyond the rivers of Ethiopia my suppliants, even the daughter of my dispersed, shall bring my offering.

11

In that day shall you not be ashamed for all your doings, wherein you have transgressed against me: for then I will take away out of the middle of you them that rejoice in your pride, and you shall no more be haughty because of my holy mountain.

12

I will also leave in the middle of you an afflicted and poor people, and they shall trust in the name of the LORD.

13

The remnant of Israel shall not do iniquity, nor speak lies; neither shall a deceitful tongue be found in their mouth: for they shall feed and lie down, and none shall make them afraid. ¶

14

Sing, O daughter of Zion; shout, O Israel; be glad and rejoice with all the heart, O daughter of Jerusalem.

15

The LORD has taken away your judgments, he has cast out your enemy: the king of Israel, even the LORD, is in the middle of you: you shall not see evil any more.

Zephaniah 3:12 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Zephaniah 3:12 say?
Zephaniah 3:12 in the American King James Version reads: “I will also leave in the middle of you an afflicted and poor people, and they shall trust in the name of the LORD. ”
Where is Zephaniah 3:12 in the Bible?
Zephaniah 3:12 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Zephaniah, chapter 3, verse 12.
Who wrote Zephaniah?
Zephaniah is traditionally attributed to Zephaniah, a descendant of king Hezekiah. It was written c. 640–625 BC.
What is the book of Zephaniah about?
Zephaniah opens with the most thoroughgoing judgment language in the Minor Prophets — a coming day of the LORD against the whole earth — and ends with the LORD himself singing over his redeemed remnant.
What are the major themes of Zephaniah?
Zephaniah explores themes including Day of the LORD, Judgment, Remnant, Joy, Restoration. These themes shape the meaning and context of Zephaniah 3:12.
What translation should I read Zephaniah 3:12 in?
Zephaniah 3:12 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 Zephaniah 3:12?
Zephaniah 3:12 reads (AKJV): “I will also leave in the middle of you an afflicted and poor people, and they shall trust in the name of the LORD. ” 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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