Zechariah 1:3
“Therefore tell them: Thus says Yahweh of Armies: 'Return to me,' says Yahweh of Armies, 'and I will return to you,' says Yahweh of Armies.”
— Zechariah 1:3
About this verse
Zechariah 1:3 comes from the book of Zechariah, written during the Return (~516 BC) period. The setting is jerusalem. The dominant emotion in this verse is seeking, with a comfort power of 80% and a tone that is urgent. It belongs to the prophecy genre of biblical literature. Key themes include repentance, restoration, covenant. Notable phrases: Return to me; I will return to you. This verse contains a promise of God. This verse contains a command. This verse contains prophecy.
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Return (~516 BC)
Emotion
seeking
Type
prophecy
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