Publisher's Synopsis
David Baron's exceptional study of the Book of Zechariah analyzes every meaningful passage in the text, provisioning the reader with a comprehensive education on the 'Prophet of Hope and Glory'. Zechariah is categorized as one of the twelve minor prophets of the Old Testament, and David Baron demonstrates his significance. Experiencing eight distinct visions, each of which is analyzed in the text, Zechariah's role in ancient Jewish society were important. Split into two parts, this book is designed for reference - the first part examines the prophetic words, while the second distinguishes and discusses the different prophesies. The author's mission is to clarify the sometimes difficult messages of the Old Testament, and it is a task he takes to with gusto. David Baron combines a scholar's competence with lore with an author's ability to engage a reader and enliven what might otherwise be impenetrable. The reader will emerge from his analysis of Zechariah's life and words with an excellent understanding.
