Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version The LORD will be king over the whole earth. On that day there will be one LORD, and his name the only name. New Living Translation And the LORD will be king over all the earth. On that day there will be one LORD—his name alone will be worshiped. English Standard Version And the LORD will be king over all the earth. On that day the LORD will be one and his name one. Berean Standard Bible On that day the LORD will become King over all the earth—the LORD alone, and His name alone. Berean Literal Bible And YHWH will be King over all the earth; in that day YHWH will be one, and His name one. King James Bible And the LORD shall be king over all the earth: in that day shall there be one LORD, and his name one. New King James Version And the LORD shall be King over all the earth. In that day it shall be— “The LORD is one,” And His name one. New American Standard Bible And the LORD will be King over all the earth; on that day the LORD will be the only one, and His name the only one. NASB 1995 And the LORD will be king over all the earth; in that day the LORD will be the only one, and His name the only one. NASB 1977 And the LORD will be king over all the earth; in that day the LORD will be the only one, and His name the only one. Legacy Standard Bible And Yahweh will be king over all the earth; in that day Yahweh will be the only one, and His name one. Amplified Bible And the LORD shall be king over all the earth; in that day the LORD shall be the only one [worshiped], and His name the only one. Berean Annotated Bible On that day the LORD {YHWH} will become King over all the earth—the LORD alone, and His name alone. Christian Standard Bible On that day the LORD will become King over the whole earth —the LORD alone, and his name alone. Holman Christian Standard Bible On that day Yahweh will become King over all the earth—Yahweh alone, and His name alone. American Standard Version And Jehovah shall be King over all the earth: in that day shall Jehovah be one, and his name one. Contemporary English Version Then there will be only one LORD who rules as King and whose name is worshiped everywhere on earth. English Revised Version And the LORD shall be king over all the earth: in that day shall the LORD be one, and his name one. GOD'S WORD® Translation The LORD will be king over all the earth. On that day the LORD will be the only Lord and his name the only name. Good News Translation Then the LORD will be king over all the earth; everyone will worship him as God and know him by the same name. International Standard Version The LORD will be king over all the earth at that time. There will be one LORD, and his name the only one. NET Bible The LORD will then be king over all the earth. In that day the LORD will be seen as one with a single name. New Heart English Bible The LORD will be King over all the earth. In that day the LORD will be one, and his name one. Webster's Bible Translation And the LORD will be king over all the earth: in that day will there be one LORD, and his name one. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleOn that day the LORD will become King over all the earth—the LORD alone, and His name alone. World English Bible Yahweh will be King over all the earth. In that day Yahweh will be one, and his name one. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd YHWH has become King over all the earth, "" In that day YHWH is one, and His Name one. Berean Literal Bible And YHWH will be King over all the earth; in that day YHWH will be one, and His name one. Young's Literal Translation And Jehovah hath become king over all the land, In that day there is one Jehovah, and His name one. Smith's Literal Translation And Jehovah was for king over all the earth: in that day Jehovah shall be one, and his name one. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd the Lord shall be king over all the earth: in that day there shall be one Lord, and his name shall be one. Catholic Public Domain Version And the Lord will be King over all the earth. In that day, there will be one Lord, and his name will be one. New American Bible The LORD will be king over the whole earth; on that day the LORD will be the only one, and the LORD’s name the only one. New Revised Standard Version And the LORD will become king over all the earth; on that day the LORD will be one and his name one. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd the LORD shall be king over all the earth; on that day shall there be one LORD, and his name one. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And LORD JEHOVAH will be King over all the Earth; in that day there shall be one LORD JEHOVAH, and his name one OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And the LORD shall be King over all the earth; In that day shall the LORD be One, and His name one. Brenton Septuagint Translation And the Lord shall be king over all the earth: in that day there shall be one Lord, and his name one, Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Destroyers of Jerusalem Destroyed…8And on that day living water will flow out from Jerusalem, half of it toward the Eastern Sea and the other half toward the Western Sea, in summer and winter alike. 9On that day the LORD will become King over all the earth— the LORD alone, and His name alone. 10All the land from Geba to Rimmon south of Jerusalem will be turned into a plain, but Jerusalem will be raised up and will remain in her place, from the Benjamin Gate to the site of the First Gate to the Corner Gate, and from the Tower of Hananel to the royal winepresses.… Cross References On that day Zephaniah 1:14 The great Day of the LORD is near—near and coming quickly. Listen, the Day of the LORD! Then the cry of the mighty will be bitter. Joel 3:18 And in that day the mountains will drip with sweet wine, and the hills will flow with milk. All the streams of Judah will run with water, and a spring will flow from the house of the LORD to water the Valley of Acacias. Micah 4:6 “On that day,” declares the LORD, “I will gather the lame; I will assemble the outcast, even those whom I have afflicted. the LORD will become King over all the earth— Psalm 47:2 How awesome is the LORD Most High, the great King over all the earth! Revelation 11:15 Then the seventh angel sounded his trumpet, and loud voices called out in heaven: “The kingdom of the world has become the kingdom of our Lord and of His Christ, and He will reign forever and ever.” Psalm 22:28 For dominion belongs to the LORD and He rules over the nations. the LORD alone, Deuteronomy 4:35 You were shown these things so that you would know that the LORD is God; there is no other besides Him. Isaiah 45:5 I am the LORD, and there is no other; there is no God but Me. I will equip you for battle, though you have not known Me, 1 Kings 8:60 so that all the peoples of the earth may know that the LORD is God. There is no other! and His name alone. Psalm 148:13 Let them praise the name of the LORD, for His name alone is exalted; His splendor is above the earth and the heavens. Psalm 83:18 May they know that You alone, whose name is the LORD, are Most High over all the earth. Isaiah 42:8 I am the LORD; that is My name! I will not yield My glory to another or My praise to idols. Daniel 7:14 And He was given dominion, glory, and kingship, that the people of every nation and language should serve Him. His dominion is an everlasting dominion that will not pass away, and His kingdom is one that will never be destroyed. Isaiah 45:23 By Myself I have sworn; truth has gone out from My mouth, a word that will not be revoked: Every knee will bow before Me, every tongue will swear allegiance. Philippians 2:9-11 Therefore God exalted Him to the highest place and gave Him the name above all names, / that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, / and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father. Revelation 19:16 And He has a name written on His robe and on His thigh: KING OF KINGS AND LORD OF LORDS. Treasury of Scripture And the LORD shall be king over all the earth: in that day shall there be one LORD, and his name one. the Lord. Zechariah 8:20-23 Thus saith the LORD of hosts; It shall yet come to pass, that there shall come people, and the inhabitants of many cities: … Genesis 49:10 The sceptre shall not depart from Judah, nor a lawgiver from between his feet, until Shiloh come; and unto him shall the gathering of the people be. 1 Samuel 2:10 The adversaries of the LORD shall be broken to pieces; out of heaven shall he thunder upon them: the LORD shall judge the ends of the earth; and he shall give strength unto his king, and exalt the horn of his anointed. one Lord. Ephesians 4:5,6 One Lord, one faith, one baptism, … and. Jeremiah 23:6 In his days Judah shall be saved, and Israel shall dwell safely: and this is his name whereby he shall be called, THE LORD OUR RIGHTEOUSNESS. Matthew 1:23 Behold, a virgin shall be with child, and shall bring forth a son, and they shall call his name Emmanuel, which being interpreted is, God with us. Matthew 28:19 Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Jump to Previous Earth WholeJump to Next Earth WholeZechariah 14 1. The destroyers of Jerusalem destroyed.3. The coming of Christ, and the graces of his kingdom. 12. The plague of Jerusalem's enemies. 16. The remnant shall turn to the Lord; 20. and their spoils shall be holy. On that day This phrase refers to a future time often called "the Day of the LORD," a period of divine intervention in human history. It is a common theme in prophetic literature, indicating a time when God will decisively act to fulfill His purposes. This day is associated with both judgment and salvation, as seen in other prophetic books like Joel 2:31 and Malachi 4:5. the LORD will become King over all the earth the LORD alone and His name alone Persons / Places / Events 1. The LORD (Yahweh)The central figure in this verse, representing the God of Israel who will be recognized as the sovereign ruler over all the earth. 2. The Earth The domain over which the LORD will reign, signifying the entirety of creation and all nations. 3. The Day of the LORD A prophetic event often associated with God's ultimate intervention in human history, bringing judgment and restoration. Teaching Points The Universality of God's ReignGod's sovereignty is not limited to Israel but extends to all nations and peoples. This calls believers to recognize and submit to His authority in every aspect of life. The Exclusivity of God's Name The verse emphasizes the LORD alone, highlighting the exclusivity of worship and allegiance due to God. Believers are called to reject idolatry and prioritize their relationship with God above all else. The Hope of Future Fulfillment This prophecy provides hope for a future where God's perfect justice and peace will prevail. Believers are encouraged to live in anticipation of this reality, aligning their lives with God's kingdom values. The Call to Evangelism Knowing that God's reign will be universally acknowledged, Christians are motivated to share the gospel, inviting others to recognize and submit to God's kingship now. Living Under God's Kingship Today While the full realization of God's reign is future, believers are called to live under His kingship today, reflecting His character and values in their daily lives. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Zechariah 14:9?2. How does Zechariah 14:9 emphasize God's sovereignty over all the earth? 3. What does "the LORD will be king" reveal about God's ultimate authority? 4. How can we align our lives with the truth of Zechariah 14:9? 5. What other scriptures affirm God's singular kingship as in Zechariah 14:9? 6. How should knowing "His name the only name" impact our daily worship? 7. How does Zechariah 14:9 affirm the belief in monotheism? 8. What is the significance of "the LORD will be king over all the earth" in Zechariah 14:9? 9. How does Zechariah 14:9 relate to the concept of God's sovereignty? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Zechariah 14? 11. How do these prophecies in Isaiah 11 compare with other biblical texts that seem to describe different scenarios for the Messiah and end times? 12. How does Zechariah 9:8 say no oppressor shall pass through Jerusalem again, yet Jerusalem has been conquered repeatedly thereafter? 13. What is inaugurated eschatology? 14. If Isaiah 2:2–3 indicates all peoples will stream to the Lord’s mountain, how do we reconcile this with other faiths continuing to flourish? What Does Zechariah 14:9 Mean On that dayThe phrase pinpoints a specific future moment often called “the Day of the LORD.” It is the climactic time when God steps visibly into human history to set everything right (Zechariah 14:1-5). • Not vague or symbolic, but a literal calendar day God has appointed (Acts 17:31). • Woven through Scripture: “The sun will be turned to darkness … before the great and awesome day of the LORD comes” (Joel 2:31). • Revelation 19:11-16 pictures that very arrival—Christ descending, armies following, justice executed. In short, God is promising a real, scheduled intervention when He ends rebellion and inaugurates worldwide peace. the LORD will become King over all the earth Here the focus shifts from the timing to the scope. The absolute monarchy of the living God will extend beyond Israel’s borders to every nation. • Fulfillment of Psalm 2:6-9, where the Father installs His Son on Zion and grants Him “the nations as Your inheritance.” • Daniel 2:44 foresees a kingdom “that will crush all these kingdoms and bring them to an end, but will itself endure forever.” • Revelation 11:15 echoes Zechariah word for word: “The kingdom of the world has become the kingdom of our Lord and of His Christ.” This is not merely spiritual influence; it is political, social, and geographic dominion—God’s Messianic King physically ruling the planet. the LORD alone The verse now stresses exclusivity. When God reigns, there will be no rivals, no coalition government, no divided loyalties. • Deuteronomy 6:4 already declares, “Hear, O Israel: the LORD our God, the LORD is one.” Zechariah extends that confession worldwide. • Isaiah 45:5 underscores, “I am the LORD, and there is no other.” • 1 Corinthians 8:6 applies the same truth to believers today: “yet for us there is but one God, the Father … and one Lord, Jesus Christ.” Every counterfeit deity—ancient idols, modern ideologies, or self-worship—will be exposed and eliminated. and His name alone Name in Scripture speaks of character, authority, reputation. When God’s kingdom fills the earth, only His name will carry weight. • Micah 4:5 admits that nations now “walk in the name of their gods,” but promises “we will walk in the name of the LORD our God forever.” • Malachi 1:11 foresees a day when the Lord’s name “will be great among the nations, from the rising to the setting of the sun.” • Philippians 2:9-11 reveals how this happens: God exalts Jesus, giving Him “the name that is above every name … that every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord.” The result is a global culture where every thought, song, and law honors the one true God. summary Zechariah 14:9 guarantees a literal future day when the LORD, in the person of His Messiah, steps onto the world stage, abolishes every rival power, and establishes His sole, universal kingship. Time, territory, allegiance, and even vocabulary will all center on Him. What begins as a prophetic promise ends as the certain destiny of planet Earth: the LORD alone will reign, and His name alone will be praised. Verse 9. - All the earth; all the land of Israel (vers. 8, 10) - a type of the kingdom of God in all its extent (Revelation 11:15, "The kingdoms of this world are become the kingdoms of our Lord, and of his Christ; and he shall reign forever and ever"). Shall there be one Lord; rather, Jehovah shall be one. He shall be universally acknowledged as "the blessed and only Potentate" (1 Timothy 6:15). His name one. Idolatry shall be abolished, and the one God shall be everywhere adored (comp. Zechariah 13:2; Deuteronomy 6:4). Men shall no longer attribute operations and effects to various heavenly powers, but shall see and confess that all are derived from and centre in him, and are only different revelations of his ineffable nature and attributes. We do not, indeed, see this prediction yet fulfilled, but the grace to accomplish it is ready and operating; it is only men's perverse wills that impede the gracious purpose of God.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew On thatהַה֗וּא (ha·hū) Article | Pronoun - third person masculine singular Strong's 1931: He, self, the same, this, that, as, are day בַּיּ֣וֹם (bay·yō·wm) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3117: A day the LORD יְהוָ֛ה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel will become וְהָיָ֧ה (wə·hā·yāh) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be King לְמֶ֖לֶךְ (lə·me·leḵ) Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4428: A king over עַל־ (‘al-) Preposition Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against all כָּל־ (kāl-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every the earth— הָאָ֑רֶץ (hā·’ā·reṣ) Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 776: Earth, land the LORD יְהוָ֛ה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel alone, אֶחָ֖ד (’e·ḥāḏ) Number - masculine singular Strong's 259: United, one, first and His name וּשְׁמ֥וֹ (ū·šə·mōw) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 8034: A name alone. אֶחָֽד׃ (’e·ḥāḏ) Number - masculine singular Strong's 259: United, one, first Links Zechariah 14:9 NIVZechariah 14:9 NLT Zechariah 14:9 ESV Zechariah 14:9 NASB Zechariah 14:9 KJV Zechariah 14:9 BibleApps.com Zechariah 14:9 Biblia Paralela Zechariah 14:9 Chinese Bible Zechariah 14:9 French Bible Zechariah 14:9 Catholic Bible OT Prophets: Zechariah 14:9 Yahweh will be King over all (Zech. 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