People of the Bible

Zechariah (2 Chronicles 17:7)

The name Zechariah means “same as Zachariah.” Zechariah is mentioned in 1 verse of the Bible, first in 2 Chronicles 17:7.

Who was Zechariah?

One who assisted in teaching the law to the people in the time of Jehoshaphat (2 Chr. 17:7).

Biography adapted from Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897), public domain, linked via Theographic Bible Metadata.

Key verses about Zechariah

  • 2 Chronicles 17:7

    Also in the third year of his reign he sent to his princes, even to Ben–hail, and to Obadiah, and to Zechariah, and to Nethaneel, and to Michaiah, to teach in the cities of Judah.

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