Zadok צָדוֹק
Repaired a section of Jerusalem's wall
Who is Zadok in the Bible?
Zadok, son of Immer, was a resident of Jerusalem who participated in rebuilding the city's walls under Nehemiah's leadership following the Babylonian exile. According to Nehemiah 3:29, he repaired a section of the wall opposite his own house, demonstrating his personal investment in the restoration project. Though Zadok is mentioned only briefly in Scripture, his contribution is significant as it exemplifies the communal effort required to rebuild Jerusalem and restore its defenses during the difficult period of return from captivity.
Biography
Zadok, the son of Immer, is recorded as one of the individuals who participated in repairing Jerusalem's wall during Nehemiah's rebuilding project. He is specifically mentioned as having made repairs opposite his house. This detail suggests that Zadok lived in Jerusalem and had a personal stake in the city's restoration. His contribution to the wall's repair highlights the community-wide involvement in the rebuilding efforts led by Nehemiah after the Babylonian exile.
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In Scripture
1 biblical book ; 1 with study contentNehemiah 1 verse
- Nehemiah 3:29
"Next to them, Zadok son of Immer made repairs opposite his house, and next to him, Shemaiah son of Shecaniah, the guard of the East Gate, made repairs."
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Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | צָדוֹק |