Topical Encyclopedia
Zaccur is a biblical figure mentioned in several contexts within the Old Testament. The name Zaccur, derived from the Hebrew root "zakar," means "mindful" or "remembered." This entry explores the various individuals named Zaccur and their roles in biblical history.
1.
Zaccur, the Father of Shammua: Zaccur is first mentioned in the Book of Numbers as the father of Shammua, one of the twelve spies sent by Moses to explore the land of Canaan. Shammua represented the tribe of Reuben in this reconnaissance mission.
Numbers 13:4 states, "These were their names: From the tribe of Reuben, Shammua son of Zaccur."
2.
Zaccur, the Levite Musician: Another Zaccur is noted as a Levite musician during the time of King David. In
1 Chronicles 25:2, Zaccur is listed among the sons of Asaph, who were appointed to prophesy with lyres, harps, and cymbals. This Zaccur played a role in the musical worship that was central to the religious life of Israel.
3.
Zaccur, the Builder: In the Book of Nehemiah, Zaccur is mentioned as one of the leaders who participated in the rebuilding of the walls of Jerusalem.
Nehemiah 3:2 records, "The men of Jericho built next to Eliashib, and Zaccur son of Imri built next to them." This Zaccur contributed to the restoration efforts led by Nehemiah after the Babylonian exile, highlighting his commitment to the community and the restoration of Jerusalem.
4.
Zaccur, the Witness: In
Nehemiah 10:12, Zaccur is listed among the leaders who sealed the covenant, a solemn agreement to follow the Law of God given through Moses. This act of sealing the covenant was a significant moment in the reestablishment of the Jewish community's commitment to their faith and traditions.
5.
Zaccur, the Ancestor of Hanan: In
1 Chronicles 9:15, Zaccur is mentioned as an ancestor of Hanan, a Levite who served in the temple. This reference places Zaccur within the genealogical records that underscore the importance of lineage and heritage in the Levitical priesthood.
The various mentions of Zaccur across different books of the Bible illustrate the diverse roles individuals played in the history of Israel, from leadership and worship to rebuilding and covenant renewal. Each Zaccur, in his respective context, contributed to the spiritual and communal life of the Israelites, reflecting the broader themes of faithfulness and service to God.
Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary
Zaccurof the male kind; mindful
Smith's Bible Dictionary
Zaccur(mindful).
- Father of Shammua, the Reubenite spy. (Numbers 13:4) (B.C. 1451.)
- A Merarite Levite, son of Jaaziah. (1 Chronicles 24:27)
- Son of Asaph the singer. (1 Chronicles 25:2,10;Nehemiah 12:35)
- The son of Imri who assisted Nehemiah in rebuilding the city wall. (Nehemiah 3:2) (B.C. 446.)
- A Levite, or family of Levites, who signed the covenant with Nehemiah. (Nehemiah 10:18) (B.C. 410.)
- A Levite whose son or descendant Hanan was one of the treasurers over the treasuries appointed by Nehemiah. (Nehemiah 13:13)
Easton's Bible Dictionary
Mindful.
(1.) Father of Shammua, who was one of the spies sent out by Moses (Numbers 13:4).
(2.) A Merarite Levite (1 Chronicles 24:27).
(3.) A son of Asaph, and chief of one of the courses of singers as arranged by David (1 Chronicles 25:2, 10).
(4.) Son of Imri (Nehemiah 3:2).
(5.) A Levite (Nehemiah 10:12).
(6.) The son of Mattaniah (Nehemiah 13:13).
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia
ZACCURzak'-ur (zakkur, perhaps "ventriloquist" (Gray, Numbers, 137)):
(1) Father of Shammua the Reubenite spy (Numbers 13:4).
(2) A Simeonite (1 Chronicles 4:26); the King James Version "Zacchur."
(3) Levites: (a) a Merarite (1 Chronicles 24:27); (b) a "son" of Asaph (1 Chronicles 25:2, 10Nehemiah 12:35); (c)Nehemiah 10:12 (Hebrew verse 13), and probably the same as in Neb 13:13, father of Hanan.
(4) A marginal reading inEzra 8:14 for Zabbud where Kethibh is really "Zabud".
SeeZABBUD.
(5) Son of Imri and one of the builders of Jerusalem (Nehemiah 3:2).
David Francis Roberts
Strong's Hebrew
2139. Zakkur -- the name of several Israelites... Zakkur. 2140 . the name of several Israelites. Transliteration: Zakkur Phonetic
Spelling: (zaw-koor') Short Definition:
Zaccur.
... NASB Word Usage
Zaccur (9).
...Thesaurus
Zaccur (10 Occurrences)... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia.
ZACCUR.
...Zaccur (10 Occurrences). Numbers 13:4 These
were their names: Of the tribe of Reuben, Shammua the son of
Zaccur.
...Mattaniah (16 Occurrences)
... He is a son of Bani. (8) A Levite, father ofZaccur, ancestor of Hanan the
under-treasurer of the Levitical offerings under Nehemiah (Nehemiah 13:13)....
Zac'cur (1 Occurrence)
Zac'cur.Zaccur, Zac'cur. Zachariah .... Zac'cur (1 Occurrence). 1 Chronicles
4:26 And the sons of Mishma: Hammuel his son,Zaccur his son, Shimei his son....
Imri (2 Occurrences)
... IMRI. im'-ri ('imri): (1) A Judahite (1 Chronicles 9:4). (2) Father ofZaccur who
helped to rebuild the walls of Jerusalem under Nehemiah (Nehemiah 3:2)....
Mattani'ah (16 Occurrences)
... of the priests' sons with trumpets: Zechariah the son of Jonathan, the son of Shemaiah,
the son of Mattaniah, the son of Micaiah, the son ofZaccur, the son of...
Asaph (47 Occurrences)
... 1 Chronicles 25:2 of the sons of Asaph:Zaccur, and Joseph, and Nethaniah, and
Asharelah, the sons of Asaph, under the hand of Asaph, who prophesied after the...
Micaiah (27 Occurrences)
... (4) The son ofZaccur, a priestly processionist at the derivation of the
wall (Nehemiah 12:35, the King James Version, "Michaiah")....
12 (22 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance 12 (22 Occurrences). 1 Chronicles 25:10 the third
toZaccur, his sons and his brothers, twelve: (See NIV)....
Zacchur (1 Occurrence)
... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia ZACCHUR. zak'-ur. SeeZACCUR. Multi-Version
Concordance Zacchur (1 Occurrence). 1 Chronicles 4:26...
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