King James Bible
"And hath raised up an horn of salvation for us in the house of his servant David;"
The 'horn' symbolizes strength and power in Hebrew imagery, often associated with victorious animals or altar corners. Zechariah declares that God has provided a mighty deliverer who will bring salvation to His people, fulfilling ancient promises of redemption. This salvation emerges specifically from David's lineage, confirming the Messianic covenant where God promised David an eternal kingdom (2 Samuel 7:12-16). The phrase identifies Jesus as the long-awaited Davidic king, legitimizing His role as Israel's promised Messiah.