King James Bible
"That we should be saved from our enemies, and from the hand of all that hate us;"
Zechariah prophesies deliverance from hostile forces, echoing God's covenant promises to Abraham and David. In the immediate context, this refers to liberation from Roman oppression and hostile neighbors, though Luke's Gospel will reveal a deeper salvation from sin and spiritual enemies. The parallel phrase intensifies the promise by personalizing the threat—not just enemies in general, but those actively opposed to God's people. The "hand" metaphor emphasizes power and control, suggesting complete rescue from those who would harm or oppress.