Historia powstania i znaczenie Za 11,4-17
History of Formation and the Meaning of Zec. 11:4-7

Summary/Abstract: The article describes the history of the formation of the biblical unit Zec 11:4-17 and changes in its meaning at particular editorial stages. Originally the fragment was a reflection of an event consisting in the breakdown of the relationship between Judah and the northern part of the country (probably Samaritans). In the next editorial stage, verses 12-13 were included, and later 8a. These additions were the result of a change in the interpretation of the fragment - it was viewed as relating to the history of the split between Judah and the northern kingdom after Solomon’s death. After these additions, the pericope became a reflection on the history of Israel enclosed in the form of a prophetic symbolic act. The last addition was the introduction of verses 15-17 which were an announcement of the future.

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