Zechariah 11:16 · KJV
"For, lo, I will raise up a shepherd in the land, which shall not visit those that be cut off, neither shall seek the young one, nor heal that that is broken, nor feed that that standeth still: but he shall eat the flesh of the fat, and tear their claws in pieces."
King James Version
What does Zechariah 11:16 mean? →Passage Context
14Then I cut asunder mine other staff, even Bands, that I might break the brotherhood between Judah and Israel.
15And the LORD said unto me, Take unto thee yet the instruments of a foolish shepherd.
16For, lo, I will raise up a shepherd in the land, which shall not visit those that be cut off, neither shall seek the young one, nor heal that that is broken, nor feed that that standeth still: but he shall eat the flesh of the fat, and tear their claws in pieces.
17Woe to the idol shepherd that leaveth the flock! the sword shall be upon his arm, and upon his right eye: his arm shall be clean dried up, and his right eye shall be utterly darkened.
Reflection Questions
1
How do you recognize good leadership in your life?
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What does it mean for you to seek guidance from a higher power?
3
When have you felt neglected by those in authority?
Life Application
leadership
Identify leaders in your life who embody the qualities of a good shepherd. Consider how you can support them.
faith
Seek spiritual guidance through prayer and reflection, trusting in the promise of a caring shepherd.
Connection to Jesus
messianic prophecy
This verse anticipates the coming of a shepherd who will not care for the lost, which contrasts with Jesus, the Good Shepherd who seeks the lost.
See also: John 10:11
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