Zechariah (Zakariya)

Who He Was

Zechariah was a Jewish priest mentioned in the New Testament and as a prophet in the Quran, and venerated in Christianity and Islam. In the Bible, he is the father of John the Baptist, a priest of the sons of Aaron in the Gospel of Luke (Luke 1:67–79), and the husband of Elizabeth who is a relative of the Virgin Mary (Luke 1:36). In the Quran, his story is mentioned in the initial verse of surah Maryam (chapter Mary). Recognized in: Islam, Christianity.

Birth and Early Life

Traditional and historical sources place Zechariah (Zakariya) in the era of 1st century BCE – 1st century CE. Where such dates are traditional, mythic, or disputed rather than historically established, they should be read as the tradition's own reckoning rather than confirmed chronology.

His Calling / Mission

The scriptures and traditions of Islam, Christianity describe the calling and mission of Zechariah (Zakariya); the key passages are listed under Sacred Texts and Scripture below.

Religion and Teachings

Zechariah (Zakariya) is honored within Islam, Christianity. His teaching and significance are set out in the sacred texts that record his life.

Sacred Texts and Scripture

Scriptural references: Quran 3:37–41, 19:2–11, 21:89–90; Luke 1

Major Accomplishments and Events

The account of Zechariah (Zakariya)'s life, works, and significance is preserved in the scriptures cited above and in the living tradition of Islam, Christianity.

Death and Legacy

Zechariah (Zakariya) is remembered across Islam, Christianity as one of the foundational figures of faith, and continues to be honored in scripture, devotion, and scholarship. Source: Wikipedia