Bible Dictionary
Zechariah
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.
Biblical Usage
The prophet Zechariah encouraged the returned exiles through visions, exhortations, and promises concerning God’s presence and kingdom. Another Zechariah, son of Jehoiada, condemned Judah’s rebellion and was stoned in the temple court; Jesus referred to his murder.
Scripture References
Ezra 5:1
2 Chronicles 24:20
Matthew 23:35
Luke 11:51
2 Chronicles 26:5
1 Chronicles 5:7
1 Chronicles 9:21
1 Chronicles 9:37
1 Chronicles 15:20-24
1 Chronicles 24:25
1 Chronicles 27:21
2 Chronicles 17:7
2 Chronicles 20:14
2 Chronicles 21:2
2 Chronicles 29:1
2 Chronicles 29:13
2 Chronicles 35:8
Ezra 8:16
Nehemiah 8:4
Nehemiah 11:12
Nehemiah 12:16
Nehemiah 12:35
Nehemiah 12:41
Isaiah 8:2
Ezra 6:14
Zechariah 2:4
1 Chronicles 15:18
1 Chronicles 15:20
2 Chronicles 34:12
Ezra 8:3
Ezra 8:11
Ezra 10:26
Nehemiah 11:4
Nehemiah 11:5
Nehemiah 12:36
1 Chronicles 15:24
1 Chronicles 26:11
1 Chronicles 27:22