Greeks Seek Jesus

This lesson explores how Zechariah 8:23 connects to Jesus.

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Old Testament

Zechariah 8:23

In those days ten people from all languages and nations will take firm hold of one Jew by the hem of his robe and say, "Let us go with you, because we have heard that God is with you."

New Testament

John 12:20

Now there were some Greeks among those who went up to worship at the festival. They came to Philip with a request. "Sir," they said, "we would like to see Jesus."

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Alfred Edersheim

The Life and Times of Jesus the Messiah • Appendix IX

Ten Gentiles grasp Jewish garment — Messianic ingathering in Rabbinic sources

Quick Check

Part 1 - Multiple Choice

Which New Testament passage fulfills this prophecy in this lesson?

Part 2 - Fill In The Blank

Fill in the blank: The Old Testament prophecy for this lesson is ____.

Why This Matters

Zechariah foresaw Gentiles from every nation seeking God through a Jew. John records Greeks coming to see Jesus — the fulfillment begins. The nations grasp the hem of Christ's robe.

Reflection

Savior, open my eyes to the people around me. As You fulfilled Zechariah 8:23 in John 12:20, make me faithful in small acts of love.