Bible Dictionary
Zacher
Zacher was a son of Jehiel and Maacah, listed among the early Benjamite family records. He is also called Zechariah in a related genealogy.
Definition
Zacher, meaning “memorial,” was a son of Jehiel and Maacah, associated with the early Benjamite family records. He is also called Zechariah in a related genealogy.
Biblical Usage
Zacher is mentioned in the genealogical lists of the descendants of Jehiel.
Historical Background
Jehiel is described as the father or founder of Gibeon. The genealogical record is associated with the period about 1450 B.C.
Scripture References
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Easton's Bible Dictionary
Memorial, a son of Jehiel (1 Chr. 8:31; 9:35); called Zechariah (9:37).
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(memorial), one of the sons of Jehiel, the father or founder of Gibeon, by his wife Maachah. (1 Chronicles 8:31) (B.C. about 1450.)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>za'-ker.</p><p>See ZACHER.</p>