Zechariah 9:9

ZECHARIAH—NOTE ON Zechariah 9:9 This campaign against Israel’s enemies ends in the triumphal entry of Israel’s king into Jerusalem. He is described as “righteous,” like the ideal ruler of Psalms 72:1. He will secure their “salvation” by guaranteeing God’s blessing. He is also humble (compare Deuteronomy 17:18), and he comes riding on a donkey. A warrior would ride a horse, so this is the mount of one who brings peace. Jesus fulfills this prophecy during his triumphal entry into Jerusalem (see Matthew 21:5; John 12:5). righteous and having salvation is he. As Jesus enters Jerusalem, this saving work is still to be accomplished.