Key Figures — Zechariah 6

3 figures

1. Zechariah

   Prophet and recipient of visions from God.

   Zechariah receives a vision of four chariots and is given an explanation of their significance, symbolizing God's judgment and sovereignty over the earth.

   Related passages

   • Zechariah Chapter 1 (Introduction to Zechariah's visions)
   • Zechariah Chapter 4 (Vision of the lampstand and olive trees)

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2. Joshua the High Priest

   High Priest and symbolic figure in the vision.

   Joshua is crowned in a symbolic act representing the coming of the Branch, a messianic figure, and the unification of the priestly and kingly roles.

   Related passages

   • Zechariah Chapter 3 (Joshua's cleansing and commissioning)
   • Hebrews Chapter 7 (Christ as the eternal High Priest)

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3. The Branch

   Messianic figure symbolized in the crowning of Joshua.

   The Branch is a prophetic reference to the coming Messiah who will build the temple of the Lord and rule as both priest and king.

   Related passages

   • Isaiah Chapter 11 (Prophecy of the Branch from Jesse)
   • Jeremiah Chapter 23 (The righteous Branch)

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