They Shall Mourn

This lesson explores how Zechariah 12:12 connects to Jesus.

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Old Testament

Zechariah 12:12

The land will mourn, each clan by itself, with their wives by themselves: the clan of the house of David and their wives.

New Testament

Revelation 1:7

Look, he is coming with the clouds, and every eye will see him, even those who pierced him; and all peoples on earth will mourn because of him.

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Alfred Edersheim

The Life and Times of Jesus the Messiah • Appendix IX

Mourning for the pierced one — each family mourns separately (Talmud Sukk. 52a)

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 mourning over the one who was pierced. Revelation declares that every eye will see Christ — including those who pierced Him — and all peoples will mourn. The crucified one returns as the reigning King.

Reflection

King eternal, let the promise in Zechariah 12:12 fulfilled in Revelation 1:7 stir in me longing for Your return and the restoration of all things.