Zephaniah 3:16 Meaning
In that day it shall be said to Jerusalem, Fear thou not: and to Zion, Let not thine hands be slack.
Context Explained
14Sing, O daughter of Zion; shout, O Israel; be glad and rejoice with all the heart, O daughter of Jerusalem.
15The LORD hath taken away thy judgments, he hath cast out thine enemy: the king of Israel, even the LORD, is in the midst of thee: thou shalt not see evil any more.
16In that day it shall be said to Jerusalem, Fear thou not: and to Zion, Let not thine hands be slack.
17The LORD thy God in the midst of thee is mighty; he will save, he will rejoice over thee with joy; he will rest in his love, he will joy over thee with singing.
18I will gather them that are sorrowful for the solemn assembly, who are of thee, to whom the reproach of it was a burden.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Isaiah 41:10
Both verses provide reassurance against fear, emphasizing God's presence and support.
Matthew 10:31
Jesus tells His followers not to fear, similar to the encouragement given to Jerusalem.
Hebrews 12:12
The call to strengthen hands echoes the encouragement to persevere in faith.
Source: Zephaniah 3:16