Zecher
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Zecher in the Bible?
Zecher appears in 1 Chronicles 8:31 and is identified as the same individual as Zechariah mentioned in 1 Chronicles 9:37.
SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing Zecher as an alternate name for Zechariah clarifies the genealogical records of Saul's family and the priestly duties assigned to this lineage in the post-exilic community.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Zecher reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Zecher in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Zecher clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
1 Chronicles 8:311 Chronicles 9:37
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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
"Zecher." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/zecher/