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Zechariah

People & Groups • Both
Zechariah was the name of many biblical men, most notably the prophet who ministered after the exile and encouraged the rebuilding of the temple. Other Zechariahs included priests, Levites, leaders, and a man killed in the temple court.

ZECHARIAH, BOOK OF

Prophecy • Old Testament
The Book of Zechariah contains visions, prophetic messages, calls to repentance, promises concerning Jerusalem, and strong Messianic and apocalyptic themes. It was delivered during the postexilic period, especially in the days of Zerubbabel and Joshua the high priest.

Zechariah, The Book Of

Prophecy • Old Testament
The Book of Zechariah is a prophetic book consisting of an earlier section concerning visions and encouragement for the returned exiles, followed by later messages concerning judgment, salvation, and the kingdom of God.

Zedad

Places & Geography • Old Testament
Zedad was a town or district named as a northern landmark of Israel’s promised or restored territory. Its exact location is uncertain.

Zedekiah

People & Groups • Old Testament
Zedekiah, meaning “Jehovah is righteousness,” was the last king of Judah. He rebelled against Babylon, saw Jerusalem destroyed, and was taken captive after his sons were killed and he was blinded. The name was also borne by other men, including a false prophet.

Zeeb

People & Groups • Old Testament
Zeeb, meaning “wolf,” was one of the two leading princes of Midian who invaded Israel. He was captured and killed by the Ephraimites after Gideon’s victory.

ZELA, ZELAH

Places & Geography • Old Testament
Zela, or Zelah, was a city in Benjamin and the burial place of Saul’s family. The bones of Saul and Jonathan were brought there for burial; the site has not been positively identified.

Zelah

Places & Geography • Old Testament
Zelah was a town in Benjamin containing the family tomb of Kish, the father of Saul. Saul and his son Jonathan were buried there.

Zelek

People & Groups • Old Testament
Zelek was an Ammonite who served among David’s mighty warriors.

Zelok

People & Groups • Old Testament
Zelok, also called Zelek, was an Ammonite member of David’s personal guard or group of mighty men.

Zelophehad

Law & Covenant • Old Testament
Zelophehad was a Manassite who died in the wilderness without sons. His five daughters appealed for his inheritance, leading to the establishment of a law allowing daughters to inherit when a man had no male heir.

Zelotes

People & Groups • New Testament
Zelotes was the title distinguishing Simon the Zealot from Simon Peter, one of Jesus’ twelve apostles.
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