Haggai 1:12-14 NIV

Matthew Henry's Complete Commentary - Haggai 1:12-15

As an ear-ring of gold (says Solomon), and an ornament of fine gold, so amiable, so acceptable, in the sight of God and man, is a wise reprover upon an obedient ear, Prov. 25:12. The prophet here was a wise but faithful reprover, in God's name, and he met with an obedient ear. The foregoing sermon met with the desired success among the people, and their obedience met with due encouragement from God. Observe, I. How the people returned to God in a way of duty. All those to whom that sermon was... read more

John Gill

John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - Haggai 1:12

Then Zerubbabel the son of Shealtiel, and Joshua the son of Josedech the high priest ,.... Here follows an account of the success of Haggai's prophecy; with what power and efficacy the word of the Lord by him was attended; how it at once reached and affected the hearts of princes and people, and brought them to obedience to the will of God. The governor and high priest are mentioned first, as being the principal persons, and who very probably first declared their sense of their former... read more

John Gill

John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - Haggai 1:13

Then spoke Haggai the Lord's messenger ,.... Which some render "angel"; hence sprung that notion, imbibed by some, that he was not a man, but an angel; whereas this only respects his office, being sent of God as an ambassador in his name with a message to his people: he now observing what effect his prophecy had upon the people; they being convinced of their sin, and terrified with the judgments of God upon them, and fearing that worse still would attend them; in order to revive their... read more

John Gill

John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - Haggai 1:14

And the Lord stirred up the spirit of Zerubbabel the son of Shealtiel, governor of Judah, and the spirit of Joshua the son of Josedech, the high priest, and the spirit of all the remnant of the people ,.... He roused them up from that sleep and sloth in which they were before, both the governors and common people; he wrought in them both to will and do; or a willing mind to do his work in building his house; he gave them a spirit both of industry and courage; he enabled them to shake off... read more

Adam Clarke

Adam Clarke's Commentary on the Bible - Haggai 1:12

Then Zerubbabel - The threatening of Haggai had its proper effect. - The civil governor, the high priest, and the whole of the people, united together to do the work. When the authority of God is acknowledged, his words will be carefully obeyed. read more

Adam Clarke

Adam Clarke's Commentary on the Bible - Haggai 1:13

Then spake Haggai - He was the Lord's messenger, and he came with the Lord's message, and consequently he came with authority. He is called יהוה מלאך malach Yehovah , the angel of Jehovah, just as the pastors of the seven Asiatic churches are called Angels of the Churches, Revelation 1:2 . I am with you, saith the Lord - Here was high encouragement. What may not a man do when God is his helper? read more

Adam Clarke

Adam Clarke's Commentary on the Bible - Haggai 1:14

And the Lord stirred up the spirit - It is not only necessary that the judgment should be enlightened, but the soul must be invigorated by the Spirit of God, before any good work can be effectually done. read more

John Calvin

John Calvin's Commentary on the Bible - Haggai 1:12

Verse 12 The Prophet here declares that his message had not been without fruit, for shortly after the whole people prepared themselves for the work. And he names both Zerubbabel and Joshua; for it behaved them to lead the way, and, as it were, to extend a hand to others. For, had there been no leaders, no one of the common people would have pointed out the way to the rest. We know what usually happens when a word is addressed indiscriminately to all the people: they wait for one another. But... read more

John Calvin

John Calvin's Commentary on the Bible - Haggai 1:13

Verse 13 The Prophet tells us here, that he had again roused the leaders as well as the common people; for except God frequently repeats his exhortations, our alacrity relaxes. Though then they had all attended to God’s command, it was yet necessary that they should be strengthened by a new promise: for men can be encouraged, and their indifference can be corrected, by no other means, to such a degree, as when God offers and promises his help. This, then, was the way in which they were now... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Haggai 1:1-15

Part I. THE FIRST ADDRESS : EXHORTATION TO BUILD THE TEMPLE AND ITS RESULT . read more

Matthew Henry's Complete Commentary - Haggai 1:12-15

John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - Haggai 1:12

John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - Haggai 1:13

John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - Haggai 1:14

Adam Clarke's Commentary on the Bible - Haggai 1:12

Adam Clarke's Commentary on the Bible - Haggai 1:13

Adam Clarke's Commentary on the Bible - Haggai 1:14

John Calvin's Commentary on the Bible - Haggai 1:12

John Calvin's Commentary on the Bible - Haggai 1:13

The Pulpit Commentary - Haggai 1:1-15

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