Zichri זִכְרִי
Father of Elishaphat, a supporter of Jehoiada
Who is Zichri in the Bible?
Zichri was the father of Elishaphat, a military commander who played a key role in a pivotal moment of Judah's history (2 Chronicles 23:1). His son joined forces with Jehoiada the priest to organize a coup against Queen Athaliah, who had unlawfully seized the throne and promoted the worship of Baal. Through this coordinated effort, Elishaphat and the other commanders successfully removed Athaliah from power and restored the young king Joash to the throne, along with proper worship at the temple. While Zichri himself is not directly described in the biblical account, his mention highlights that influential families supported the restoration of the Davidic line and the renewal of true worship in Judah.
Biography
Zichri is mentioned in 2 Chronicles 23 as the father of Elishaphat, one of the commanders who allied with Jehoiada the priest to overthrow Queen Athaliah and restore the rightful king, Joash, to the throne of Judah. Athaliah had usurped the throne and promoted the worship of Baal. Jehoiada, with the support of military leaders like Elishaphat, organized a coup to remove Athaliah and reinstate the Davidic line. The mention of Zichri as Elishaphat's father suggests that he may have held a position of influence or leadership, which his son then followed. The successful overthrow of Athaliah and the restoration of the temple worship marked a significant moment in Judah's history, and Zichri's family played a role in this important event.
Family
In Scripture
1 biblical book2 Chronicles 1 verse
- 2 Chronicles 23:1
"Then in the seventh year, Jehoiada strengthened himself and made a covenant with the commanders of hundreds—with Azariah son of Jeroham, Ishmael son of Jehohanan, Azariah son of Obed, Maaseiah son of Adaiah, and Elishaphat son of Zichri."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | זִכְרִי |