The True and the False Prophets (Zechariah 12:10 - Zechariah 13:9).
The way in which all this will take effect is now clearly laid out. A contrast is made between:
· The piercing (rejection) of the True Prophet Who is coming when the Spirit is poured out, which will result in repentance and a fountain opened for sin and uncleanness (Zechariah 12:10 to Zechariah 13:1).
· The piercing of false prophets because they are false (Zechariah 13:2-3).
· The smiting of the false prophets by those who really prove themselves his friend (Zechariah 13:4-6).
· The smiting of the true Shepherd, with the resultant pouring out of the Spirit, repentance of those who respond, opening up of a fountain for sin and uncleanness, and purifying of God's people (Zechariah 13:7-9).