Zechariah זְכַרְיָהוּ
Priest who lived in Jerusalem after the exile
Who is Zechariah in the Bible?
Zechariah was a priest who lived in Jerusalem following the Babylonian exile, mentioned in Nehemiah 11:12 as the son of Pashhur from the priestly family of Malchijah. He is listed among the priests and Levites who resettled in Jerusalem after the Jewish people's return from captivity, indicating his importance in the restoration of the community. As a priest, Zechariah would have participated in temple service and religious ceremonies, helping to rebuild the spiritual foundations of post-exilic Judaism. His inclusion in the genealogical record of priests underscores his significance in the renewal of worship and the reestablishment of religious life in the restored Jerusalem community.
Biography
Zechariah was a priest who lived in Jerusalem after the return from the Babylonian exile. He was the son of Pashhur (or 'Pashur'), from the priestly family of Malchijah. Zechariah is mentioned in the list of priests and Levites who settled in Jerusalem, indicating his role in reestablishing the spiritual life of the community. As a priest, he would have been involved in the temple service and religious ceremonies.
Family
In Scripture
1 biblical book ; 1 with study contentNehemiah 1 verse
- Nehemiah 11:12
"and their associates who did the work at the temple—822 men; Adaiah son of Jeroham, the son of Pelaliah, the son of Amzi, the son of Zechariah, the son of Pashhur, the son of Malchijah;"
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Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | זְכַרְיָהוּ |