Zechariah זְכַרְיָהוּ
Witness to Isaiah's prophecy about Maher-Shalal-Hash-Baz
Who is Zechariah in the Bible?
Zechariah, son of Jeberechiah, was a faithful witness to the prophet Isaiah's significant prophecy recorded in Isaiah 8:2. God instructed Isaiah to document his prophecy about the birth and naming of his son, Maher-Shalal-Hash-Baz, meaning "quick to the plunder, swift to the spoil," and Zechariah served as one of the trustworthy witnesses to this important record. The child's symbolic name pointed to the coming judgment that Assyria would bring upon Syria and Israel. Zechariah's role as a witness demonstrates his prominence and trustworthiness within the community, reflecting his commitment to God's word during a critical period of biblical prophecy.
Biography
Zechariah, the son of Jeberechiah, was a witness to the prophet Isaiah's writing concerning the birth and naming of his son, Maher-Shalal-Hash-Baz. God instructed Isaiah to record this prophecy and have it witnessed by faithful witnesses, one of whom was Zechariah. The name of Isaiah's son was symbolic, meaning "quick to the plunder, swift to the spoil," and signified the coming judgment on Syria and Israel by Assyria. Zechariah's role as a witness indicates his trustworthiness and possibly his prominence in the community. He is described as a faithful witness, suggesting his commitment to God and His word.
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In Scripture
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- Isaiah 8:2
"And I will appoint for Myself trustworthy witnesses—Uriah the priest and Zechariah son of Jeberekiah.”"
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Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | זְכַרְיָהוּ |