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Zechariah 4:14

Zechariah 4:14
Then said he, These are the two anointed ones, that stand by the Lord of the whole earth.

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Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

These are the two sons of oil - Probably not as themselves anointed, (for another word is used for this. Which stand by…

Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832

These are the two anointed ones - Joshua, the high priest; and Zerubbabel the governor. These are anointed - appointed…

Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Zechariah 4:11-14

Enough is said to Zechariah to encourage him, and to enable him to encourage others, with reference to the good work of…

Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921

the two anointed ones Rather, sons of oil (as in R. V.). "Probably not as themselves anointed (for another word is used…