Zec 9:9 | MHM | STEP | Predictions Relating to Messiah This passage begins a prophecy about the coming Messiah and his kingdom. It is clearly connected to Jesus Christ because verse 9 is fulfilled when Christ rides into Jerusalem (Matthew 21:5; John 12:15 ). The prophecy tells us about the joy and hope the Messiah brings, and it describes his character and the nature of his kingdom. It also explains the salvation he provides, using the picture of the Jews’ release from Babylon as a symbol for the greater deliverance from sin that Jesus offers. v. 9 : The verse announces that the Messiah, Zion’s King, is coming. He is not just any ruler; he is given authority by God, as it says, I have set my King on my holy hill of Zion (Psalm 2:6 ). His kingdom starts in Zion, but its influence spreads through the church. This King’s arrival is very good news, so people are told to rejoice greatly and shout for joy . The Messiah’s coming is a reason for happiness, and everyone should be ready to welcome him with praise, saying Hosanna (Zechariah 9:9; Matthew 21:9 ). The Messiah is described as a just and righteous ruler. Everything he does is fair, because he is just . He is also a powerful Saviour, since he has salvation . He can save all who trust in him, and he even saved himself by rising from the grave. Another important part of his character is his humility. He is meek and lowly (Matthew 11:29 ). When Jesus entered Jerusalem, he did not come as a proud king on a horse or in a chariot, but riding on a donkey, on a colt, the foal of a donkey . This showed his gentle nature and willingness to be humble for our sake.

‏ Zechariah 9:9

Predictions Relating to Messiah

This passage begins a prophecy about the coming Messiah and his kingdom. It is clearly connected to Jesus Christ because verse 9 is fulfilled when Christ rides into Jerusalem (Matthew 21:5; John 12:15 ^a). The prophecy tells us about the joy and hope the Messiah brings, and it describes his character and the nature of his kingdom. It also explains the salvation he provides, using the picture of the Jews’ release from Babylon as a symbol for the greater deliverance from sin that Jesus offers.

v. 9: The verse announces that the Messiah, Zion’s King, is coming. He is not just any ruler; he is given authority by God, as it says, I have set my King on my holy hill of Zion (Psalm 2:6 ^b). His kingdom starts in Zion, but its influence spreads through the church. This King’s arrival is very good news, so people are told to rejoice greatly and shout for joy. The Messiah’s coming is a reason for happiness, and everyone should be ready to welcome him with praise, saying Hosanna (Zechariah 9:9; Matthew 21:9 ^c).

The Messiah is described as a just and righteous ruler. Everything he does is fair, because he is just. He is also a powerful Saviour, since he has salvation. He can save all who trust in him, and he even saved himself by rising from the grave. Another important part of his character is his humility. He is meek and lowly (Matthew 11:29 ^d). When Jesus entered Jerusalem, he did not come as a proud king on a horse or in a chariot, but riding on a donkey, on a colt, the foal of a donkey . This showed his gentle nature and willingness to be humble for our sake.