Zechariah זְכַרְיָהוּ
Priest who played a trumpet in the procession
Who is Zechariah in the Bible?
Zechariah, son of Jonathan, was a priest who played a trumpet in the procession celebrating the dedication of Jerusalem's wall during the time of Nehemiah (Nehemiah 12:35). He came from a distinguished musical lineage, descending from Asaph, one of King David's chief musicians. As one of the priests selected to participate in this important religious ceremony, Zechariah's role demonstrates his musical skill and standing within the priestly community. His participation in the wall dedication procession reflects the significance of music and worship in Israel's communal celebrations and religious observances.
Biography
Zechariah, the son of Jonathan, was a priest who participated in the dedication of the wall of Jerusalem in the time of Nehemiah. He is specifically mentioned as one of the priests who played trumpets during the celebratory procession around the newly built wall. Zechariah's role in playing the trumpet highlights his musical skill and his involvement in the worship and celebrations of the community. He was the son of Jonathan, the son of Shemaiah, the son of Mattaniah, the son of Micaiah, the son of Zaccur, the son of Asaph. This lineage connects him to Asaph, one of the chief musicians appointed by David.
Family
Siblings
- Shemaiah MaleLevite during David's reignView full profile →
- Azarel MaleReturned priestPriest who participated in the dedication of Jerusalem's wallView full profile →
- Milalai MaleReturned priestA priest who participated in the dedication of Jerusalem's wall.View full profile →
- Gilalai MaleReturned priestPriest and musician during the dedication of Jerusalem's wall.View full profile →
- Maai MaleReturned musicianLevite musician who participated in the dedication of Jerusalem's wallView full profile →
- Nethanel MalePriest who blew trumpetsView full profile →
- Judah MaleReturned divorceeA Levite who married a foreign womanView full profile →
- Hanani Tribe of LeviSon of HemanA musician in the temple during David's reign.View full profile →
In Scripture
1 biblical book ; 1 with study contentNehemiah 1 verse
- Nehemiah 12:35
"and some of the priests with trumpets, and also Zechariah son of Jonathan, the son of Shemaiah, the son of Mattaniah, the son of Micaiah, the son of Zaccur, the son of Asaph,"
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Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | זְכַרְיָהוּ |