In that day shall there be a great mourning in Jerusalem, as the mourning of Hadadrimmon in the valley of Megiddon.
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Interpretation
The day here spoken of, is the day of Jerusalem's defence and deliverance, that glorious day when God will appear for the salvation of his people. In Christ's first coming he bruised the serpent's head, and broke all the powers of darkness that fought against God's kingdom among men.
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This thought runs through Zechariah 12:11-14.
Glossary
- Jerusalem Place
- Biblical settlement. Modern identification: Jerusalem.
- Hadad-rimmon Place
- (composed of the names of two Syrian idols), the name of a place in the valley of Megiddo. Modern identification: Rummanah.
- Megiddo Place
- Biblical settlement. Modern identification: Tel Megiddo.