Zechariah 13:1 In that day there shall be a fountain opened to the house of David and to the inhabitants of Jerusalem for sin and for uncleanness. In the text the prophet anticipates the personal manifestation of the Messiah, and the unspeakable benefits to mankind from His atoning sacrifice. I. THE FOUNTAIN THAT IS OPENED. Fountain is a metaphor. It represents the mediatorial character of Christ. As the source and medium of salvation to the human race. A fountain opened implies — 1. The plenitude of Divine grace. It is a never-failing fountain, ever flowing in plenteous supplies for every demand. 2. The freeness of Divine grace. It is not sealed, but freely opened, and accessible to all. II. THE PERIOD WHEN IT WAS OPENED. "In that day." This expression, in the prophetic writings, generally refers to the actual appearing, or spiritual reign of Messiah. It refers to Christ's assumption of our nature, and sacrifice for our sins. 1. It was virtually opened in the original scheme of redemption. 2. It was actually opened in the mediatorial work of the Redeemer. III. THE PEOPLE TO WHOM IT IS OPENED. 1. This fountain was primarily opened to the Jews. 2. It is now graciously opened to the Gentiles. IV. THE PURPOSE FOR WHICH IT IS OPENED. It is "for sin and for uncleanness." This implies — 1. A fountain is opened for the expiation of sin. The death of Christ was a perfect sacrifice, by which an atonement was made for the sins of mankind. 2. A fountain is opened for the destruction of sin. The ceremonial purifications under the law were emblematic of the efficacy of this fountain. (C. Simeon, M. A.) Parallel Verses KJV: In that day there shall be a fountain opened to the house of David and to the inhabitants of Jerusalem for sin and for uncleanness. |
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