Zechariah זְכַרְיָהוּ
Son of Hosah, a Merarite
Who is Zechariah in the Bible?
Zechariah was the fourth son of Hosah, a Merarite Levite mentioned in 1 Chronicles 26:11. The Merarites were one of the three main divisions of the Levites, responsible for maintaining and transporting the tabernacle's structural components during Israel's wilderness journey. As part of the priestly lineage, Zechariah's genealogy demonstrates the importance of the Levitical families in Israel's religious life and worship practices. His inclusion in the biblical record underscores how individual members of the priestly tribes contributed to the spiritual organization of God's people.
Biography
Zechariah is listed as the fourth son of Hosah, a Merarite. The Korahites were a clan within the tribe of Levi, descendants of Korah. The Merarites were one of the three main divisions of the Levites, along with the Kohathites and Gershonites. They were responsible for the tabernacle's structural components and transportation during the Israelites' journey through the wilderness. Zaccur's mention in this genealogy highlights the importance of the Levitical lineage and their roles in Israelite worship.
Family
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 26:11
"Hilkiah the second, Tebaliah the third, and Zechariah the fourth. The sons and brothers of Hosah numbered 13 in all."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | זְכַרְיָהוּ |