twice in the week. The law prescribed only one in the year (Leviticus 16:29; Numbers 29:7). By the time of Zechariah 8:19 there were four yearly fasts. In our Lord's day they were bi-weekly (Monday and Thursday), between Passover and Pentecost; and between the Feast of Tabernacles and the Dedication.
all. The law only prescribed corn, wine, oil, and cattle (Deuteronomy 14:22; Deuteronomy 14:23. Compare Matthew 23:23).
possess. gain, acquire. Not. word about his sins. See Proverbs 28:13.