Zechariah (2)
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Zechariah (2) in the Bible?
Zechariah was the 14th and final king of the northern Kingdom of Israel, son of Jeroboam II, who reigned for six months before being assassinated by Shallum.
SIGNIFICANCE
Zechariah's short reign marks the end of the Jehu dynasty and the beginning of a chaotic period of political instability that ultimately led to the fall of the northern kingdom.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Zechariah (2) reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Zechariah (2) in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Zechariah (2) clarify?
Source Attribution
Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and shortened for clarity.
How to Cite This Entry
"Zechariah (2)." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/zechariah-2/