Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Then the angel who was speaking to me came forward and said to me, “Look up and see what is appearing.” New Living Translation Then the angel who was talking with me came forward and said, “Look up and see what’s coming.” English Standard Version Then the angel who talked with me came forward and said to me, “Lift your eyes and see what this is that is going out.” Berean Standard Bible Then the angel who was speaking with me came forward and told me, “Now lift up your eyes and see what is approaching.” Berean Literal Bible And the angel speaking with me came forth, and he said to me: “Lift now your eyes, and see what this is that is going forth.” King James Bible Then the angel that talked with me went forth, and said unto me, Lift up now thine eyes, and see what is this that goeth forth. New King James Version Then the angel who talked with me came out and said to me, “Lift your eyes now, and see what this is that goes forth.” New American Standard Bible Then the angel who had been speaking with me went out and said to me, “Now raise your eyes and see what this is that is going forth.” NASB 1995 Then the angel who was speaking with me went out and said to me, “Lift up now your eyes and see what this is going forth.” NASB 1977 Then the angel who was speaking with me went out, and said to me, “Lift up now your eyes, and see what this is, going forth.” Legacy Standard Bible Then the angel who was speaking with me went out and said to me, “Lift up now your eyes and see what this is going forth.” Amplified Bible Then the angel who was speaking with me came forward and said to me, “Now look up and see what this is going forth.” Berean Annotated Bible Then the angel who was speaking with me came forward and told me, “Now lift up your eyes and see what is approaching. Christian Standard Bible Then the angel who was speaking with me came forward and told me, “Look up and see what this is that is approaching.” Holman Christian Standard Bible Then the angel who was speaking with me came forward and told me, “Look up and see what this is that is approaching.” American Standard Version Then the angel that talked with me went forth, and said unto me, Lift up now thine eyes, and see what is this that goeth forth. Contemporary English Version Now the angel who was there to explain the visions came over and said, "Look up and tell me what you see coming." English Revised Version Then the angel that talked with me went forth, and said unto me, Lift up now thine eyes, and see what is this that goeth forth. GOD'S WORD® Translation The angel who was speaking with me came forward. He said, "Look up, and see what's coming." Good News Translation The angel appeared again and said, "Look! Something else is coming!" International Standard Version Then the angel who had been talking with me stepped forward and told me, "Please look up and see what's going out." NET Bible After this the angelic messenger who had been speaking to me went out and said, "Look, see what is leaving." New Heart English Bible Then the angel who talked with me came forward, and said to me, "Lift up now your eyes, and see what is this that is appearing." Webster's Bible Translation Then the angel that talked with me went forth, and said to me, Lift up now thy eyes, and see what is this that goeth forth. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThen the angel who was speaking with me came forward and told me, “Now lift up your eyes and see what is approaching.” World English Bible Then the angel who talked with me came forward and said to me, “Lift up now your eyes and see what this is that is appearing.” Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd the messenger who is speaking with me goes forth and says to me, “Now lift up your eyes, and [do you] see what this [is] that is coming forth?” Berean Literal Bible And the angel speaking with me came forth, and he said to me: “Lift now your eyes, and see what this is that is going forth.” Young's Literal Translation And the messenger who is speaking with me goeth forth, and saith unto me, 'Lift up, I pray thee, thine eyes, and see what is this that is coming forth?' Smith's Literal Translation And the messenger speaking with me will go forth and say to me, Lift up now thine eyes and see what this going forth. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd the angel went forth that spoke in me, and he said to me: Lift up thy eyes, and see what this is, that goeth forth. Catholic Public Domain Version And the angel had departed, who was speaking with me. And he said to me, “Lift up your eyes, and see what this is, that goes forth.” New American Bible Then the angel who spoke with me came forward and said to me, “Raise your eyes and look. What is this that comes forth?” New Revised Standard Version Then the angel who talked with me came forward and said to me, “Look up and see what this is that is coming out.” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThen the angel who talked with me went forth and said to me, Lift up your eyes and see what is this that goes forth. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And the Angel who spoke with me went out and he said to me: “Lift your eyes and see what this is that goes out” OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Then the angel that spoke with me went forth, and said unto me: 'Lift up now thine eyes, and see what is this that goeth forth.' Brenton Septuagint Translation And the angel that talked with me went forth, and said to me, Lift up thine eyes, and see this that goes forth. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Vision of the Woman in a Basket5Then the angel who was speaking with me came forward and told me, “Now lift up your eyes and see what is approaching.” 6“What is it?” I asked. And he replied, “A measuring basket is going forth.” Then he continued, “This is their iniquity in all the land.”… Cross References Then the angel who was speaking with me came forward and told me, Zechariah 1:9 “What are these, my lord?” I asked. And the angel who was speaking with me replied, “I will show you what they are.” Zechariah 1:13 So the LORD spoke kind and comforting words to the angel who was speaking with me. Zechariah 4:1 Then the angel who was speaking with me returned and woke me, as a man is awakened from his sleep. “Now lift up your eyes and see John 4:35 Do you not say, ‘There are still four months until the harvest’? I tell you, lift up your eyes and look at the fields, for they are ripe for harvest. Isaiah 49:18 Lift up your eyes and look around. They all gather together; they come to you. As surely as I live,” declares the LORD, “you will wear them all as jewelry and put them on like a bride. Genesis 13:14 After Lot had departed, the LORD said to Abram, “Now lift up your eyes from the place where you are, and look to the north and south and east and west, what is approaching.” Revelation 22:6 Then the angel said to me, “These words are faithful and true. The Lord, the God of the spirits of the prophets, has sent His angel to show His servants what must soon take place.” Ezekiel 12:23 Therefore tell them that this is what the Lord GOD says: ‘I will put an end to this proverb, and in Israel they will no longer recite it.’ But say to them: ‘The days are at hand when every vision will be fulfilled. 1 Peter 4:7 The end of all things is near. Therefore be clear-minded and sober, so that you can pray. Revelation 18:1-3 After this I saw another angel descending from heaven with great authority, and the earth was illuminated by his glory. / And he cried out in a mighty voice: “Fallen, fallen is Babylon the great! She has become a lair for demons and a haunt for every unclean spirit, every unclean bird, and every detestable beast. / All the nations have drunk the wine of the passion of her immorality. The kings of the earth were immoral with her, and the merchants of the earth have grown wealthy from the extravagance of her luxury.” Revelation 17:1-6 Then one of the seven angels with the seven bowls came and said to me, “Come, I will show you the punishment of the great prostitute, who sits on many waters. / The kings of the earth were immoral with her, and those who dwell on the earth were intoxicated with the wine of her immorality.” / And the angel carried me away in the Spirit into a wilderness, where I saw a woman sitting on a scarlet beast that was covered with blasphemous names and had seven heads and ten horns. … Revelation 14:8 Then a second angel followed, saying, “Fallen, fallen is Babylon the great, who has made all the nations drink the wine of the passion of her immorality.” Revelation 18:21-24 Then a mighty angel picked up a stone the size of a great millstone and cast it into the sea, saying: “With such violence the great city of Babylon will be cast down, never to be seen again. / And the sound of harpists and musicians, of flute players and trumpeters, will never ring out in you again. Nor will any craftsmen of any trade be found in you again, nor the sound of a millstone be heard in you again. / The light of a lamp will never shine in you again, and the voices of a bride and bridegroom will never call out in you again. For your merchants were the great ones of the earth, because all the nations were deceived by your sorcery.” … Revelation 18:9-10 Then the kings of the earth who committed sexual immorality and lived in luxury with her will weep and wail at the sight of the smoke rising from the fire that consumes her. / In fear of her torment, they will stand at a distance and cry out: “Woe, woe to the great city, the mighty city of Babylon! For in a single hour your judgment has come.” Revelation 18:4-5 Then I heard another voice from heaven say: “Come out of her, My people, so that you will not share in her sins or contract any of her plagues. / For her sins are piled up to heaven, and God has remembered her iniquities. Revelation 18:11-13 And the merchants of the earth will weep and mourn over her, because there is no one left to buy their cargo— / cargo of gold, silver, precious stones, and pearls; of fine linen, purple, silk, and scarlet; of all kinds of citron wood and every article of ivory, precious wood, bronze, iron, and marble; / of cinnamon, spice, incense, myrrh, and frankincense; of wine, olive oil, fine flour, and wheat; of cattle, sheep, horses, and carriages; of bodies and souls of slaves. Treasury of Scripture Then the angel that talked with me went forth, and said to me, Lift up now your eyes, and see what is this that goes forth. the angel. Zechariah 1:9,14,19 Then said I, O my lord, what are these? And the angel that talked with me said unto me, I will shew thee what these be… Zechariah 2:3 And, behold, the angel that talked with me went forth, and another angel went out to meet him, Zechariah 4:5 Then the angel that talked with me answered and said unto me, Knowest thou not what these be? And I said, No, my lord. Lift. Zechariah 5:1 Then I turned, and lifted up mine eyes, and looked, and behold a flying roll. Jump to Previous Angel Appearing Ephah Eyes Forth Forward Goes Lift Messenger Speaking Talked TalkingJump to Next Angel Appearing Ephah Eyes Forth Forward Goes Lift Messenger Speaking Talked TalkingZechariah 5 1. By the flying scroll is shown the curse of thieves and swearers;5. and by a woman pressed in an ephah the final judgment of wickedness. Then the angel who was speaking with me came forward and told me In the book of Zechariah, angels often serve as messengers and interpreters of visions. This particular angel is a divine guide, providing clarity and understanding to the prophet. The presence of angels in Zechariah's visions underscores the heavenly origin of the messages and the importance of divine revelation. Angels are frequently depicted as God's messengers throughout the Bible, such as in Genesis 19 with Lot and in Luke 1 with Mary. The angel's role here is to ensure that Zechariah comprehends the vision, which is crucial for conveying God's message to the people. “Now lift up your eyes and see what is approaching.” Persons / Places / Events 1. ZechariahA prophet of the post-exilic period, Zechariah is the recipient of visions and messages from God, intended to encourage and guide the Israelites as they rebuild Jerusalem and the temple. 2. The Angel A divine messenger who communicates God's visions and messages to Zechariah. This angel serves as a guide and interpreter for Zechariah's visions. 3. The Vision This particular vision is part of a series of eight visions given to Zechariah, each with symbolic meaning related to the restoration and future of Israel. Teaching Points Divine CommunicationGod often uses intermediaries, such as angels, to communicate His will and plans to His people. This underscores the importance of being attentive to God's messages, whether through Scripture, prayer, or other means. Spiritual Awareness The command to "lift up your eyes" suggests the need for spiritual awareness and readiness to perceive God's work in our lives. We should cultivate a mindset that is open to seeing beyond the physical and into the spiritual realities. God's Active Involvement The vision indicates that God is actively involved in the affairs of His people. We can take comfort in knowing that God is not distant but is working out His purposes in the world. Symbolism in Scripture Understanding the symbolic nature of biblical visions can enrich our interpretation of Scripture. We should seek to understand the cultural and historical context to grasp the full meaning of these symbols. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Zechariah 5:5?2. How does Zechariah 5:5 illustrate God's judgment against sin and wickedness? 3. What is the significance of the "measuring basket" in Zechariah 5:5? 4. How can we apply the warning in Zechariah 5:5 to our daily lives? 5. What other scriptures emphasize God's intolerance for sin, similar to Zechariah 5:5? 6. How does understanding Zechariah 5:5 deepen our comprehension of God's holiness and justice? 7. What is the significance of the flying scroll in Zechariah 5:5? 8. How does Zechariah 5:5 relate to God's judgment? 9. What historical context surrounds the vision in Zechariah 5:5? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Zechariah 5? 11. What archaeological evidence supports or contradicts the idea of a physical basket and woman representing wickedness (Zechariah 5:5–8)? 12. Who was John the Baptist and what was his role? 13. How should we reconcile the imagery of stork-winged women transporting the basket in Zechariah 5:9 with the broader biblical prohibition of associating with pagan symbols? 14. What are the symbolic meanings of Zechariah's visions? What Does Zechariah 5:5 Mean The angel who was speaking with me- Zechariah is guided by the same interpreting angel who has walked him through every vision so far (Zechariah 1:9; 4:1). - Scripture shows God often uses angels to make His message unmistakably clear (Daniel 8:16–17; Revelation 1:1). - The continuity of this angel’s presence underscores God’s consistent, personal involvement with His prophet. came forward - The angel’s movement signals a transition to a fresh revelation, urging Zechariah to pay close attention (cf. Acts 8:26–29 where an angel directs Philip). - It reminds us that God’s revelations are dynamic; He steps toward us, not merely waiting for us to figure things out on our own (James 4:8). and told me - Divine truth is verbal and explicit, not vague impressions. “Man shall not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God” (Matthew 4:4). - This certainty anchors believers: what follows is trustworthy instruction, not speculation (2 Peter 1:20–21). Now lift up your eyes - A call to shift focus from earthly concerns to heavenly perspective, echoing Genesis 13:14 where Abram is told, “Lift up your eyes and look.” - Spiritual vision requires intentionality; Colossians 3:1 urges, “Set your hearts on things above.” - It prepares Zechariah—and us—to perceive truths invisible to natural sight (2 Corinthians 4:18). and see what is approaching - God reveals events on the horizon so His people can respond in faith and holiness (Amos 3:7). - What approaches in the vision (the woman in the ephah, vv. 6–8) represents wickedness to be judged and removed, paralleling Revelation 18:2 where Babylon’s sin is exposed before destruction. - The phrase assures that judgment is not hypothetical; it is advancing. Believers take comfort that evil will not reign unchecked (Psalm 37:7–10). summary Zechariah 5:5 captures a moment when God, through His interpreting angel, draws near, speaks clearly, lifts the prophet’s gaze, and points to an imminent act of divine judgment. The verse teaches that God personally engages His servants, communicates with precision, and calls them to see beyond the present to His righteous plans unfolding. Verses 5-11 - § 9. The seventh vision: the woman in the ephah. Verse 5. - Went forth. While the prophet meditated on the last vision, the interpreting angel retired into the background or among the company of angels; he now comes into view again to explain a new revelation closely connected with the former. That goeth forth. That comes into sight from the surrounding darkness. As the preceding vision denoted that sinners should be extirpated, so the present vision shows how iniquity itself, the very principle of evil, should be removed from the Holy Land.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Then the angelהַמַּלְאָ֖ךְ (ham·mal·’āḵ) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4397: A messenger, of God, an angel who was speaking הַדֹּבֵ֣ר (had·dō·ḇêr) Article | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 1696: To arrange, to speak, to subdue with me came forward וַיֵּצֵ֕א (way·yê·ṣê) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 3318: To go, bring, out, direct and proxim and told וַיֹּ֣אמֶר (way·yō·mer) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 559: To utter, say me, אֵלַ֔י (’ê·lay) Preposition | first person common singular Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to “Now נָ֤א (nā) Interjection Strong's 4994: I pray', 'now', 'then' lift up שָׂ֣א (śā) Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine singular Strong's 5375: To lift, carry, take your eyes עֵינֶ֙יךָ֙ (‘ê·ne·ḵā) Noun - cdc | second person masculine singular Strong's 5869: An eye, a fountain and see וּרְאֵ֔ה (ū·rə·’êh) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine singular Strong's 7200: To see what מָ֖ה (māh) Interrogative Strong's 4100: What?, what!, indefinitely what is approaching.” הַיּוֹצֵ֥את (hay·yō·w·ṣêṯ) Article | Verb - Qal - Participle - feminine singular Strong's 3318: To go, bring, out, direct and proxim Links Zechariah 5:5 NIVZechariah 5:5 NLT Zechariah 5:5 ESV Zechariah 5:5 NASB Zechariah 5:5 KJV Zechariah 5:5 BibleApps.com Zechariah 5:5 Biblia Paralela Zechariah 5:5 Chinese Bible Zechariah 5:5 French Bible Zechariah 5:5 Catholic Bible OT Prophets: Zechariah 5:5 Then the angel who talked with me (Zech. 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