The word of the LORD comes to Zechariah, reaffirming His intense covenant love for Zion and Jerusalem. This opening establishes the prophetic foundation for restoration, declaring that God's jealous passion for His city will drive the entire renewal program. The language of divine jealousy reflects the intimate spousal relationship between God and His people, echoing covenant theology throughout Scripture. This verse sets the tone for a era of reversal, where devastation gives way to divine favor and restoration.

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