Barachiah
Peopleâš¡ IN BRIEF (SUMMARY)
Barachiah was the father of Zechariah, the son of Jehoiada, who was murdered in the temple court between the sanctuary and the altar.
What is the meaning of Barachiah in the Bible?
Barachiah was the father of Zechariah, the son of Jehoiada, who was murdered in the temple court between the sanctuary and the altar.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Barachiah clarifies the lineage of the priestly figure whose death is recorded in 2 Chronicles 24:20-22 and referenced in Matthew 23:35.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Barachiah reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Barachiah in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Barachiah clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
2 Chronicles 24:20-22Matthew 23:35
Source Attribution & Provenance
Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE) and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been editorially modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and formatted for fast contextual reference.
How to Cite This Entry
"Barachiah." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/barachiah/