Alfred Edersheim
The Life and Times of Jesus the Messiah • Appendix IX
Messianically applied in Targum — cornerstone, nail, battle bow
Lesson 199Identity
Chief Cornerstone
This lesson explores how Zechariah 10:4 connects to Jesus.
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Old Testament
Zechariah 10:4
From Judah will come the cornerstone, from him the tent peg, from him the battle bow, from him every ruler.
New Testament
Ephesians 2:20
built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, with Christ Jesus himself as the chief cornerstone.
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Quick Check
Part 1 - Multiple Choice
Which Old Testament reference connects to this lesson?
Part 2 - Fill In The Blank
Why This Matters
Zechariah prophesied a cornerstone coming from Judah — the foundation of everything. Paul identifies Christ as the chief cornerstone on which the whole building of God's people rises.
Reflection
Christ our King, when my identity feels uncertain, remind me that Your promises in Zechariah 10:4 stand fulfilled in Ephesians 2:20.