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His lineage and service are emblematic of the priestly duties and theocratic leadership in ancient Israel.<br><br><b>Genealogy and Early Mentions</b><br><br>Sadoc is first introduced in the genealogical records as a descendant of Aaron, through Eleazar, making him part of the Levitical priesthood. His lineage is detailed in <a href="/1_chronicles/6-4.htm">1 Chronicles 6:4-8</a>, which traces his ancestry back to Aaron, the brother of Moses, thus affirming his legitimate claim to the priesthood.<br><br><b>Role During King David's Reign</b><br><br>Sadoc emerges prominently during the reign of King David. He is first mentioned in <a href="/2_samuel/8-17.htm">2 Samuel 8:17</a>, where he is identified as one of the priests alongside Ahimelech, the son of Abiathar. Sadoc's loyalty to David is evident during Absalom's rebellion. In <a href="/2_samuel/15-24.htm">2 Samuel 15:24-29</a>, Sadoc, along with Abiathar, carries the Ark of the Covenant out of Jerusalem as David flees. However, at David's instruction, they return the Ark to the city, symbolizing David's trust in God's sovereignty and his hope for eventual restoration.<br><br>Sadoc's faithfulness is further highlighted in <a href="/2_samuel/15-35.htm">2 Samuel 15:35-36</a>, where he and Abiathar serve as informants for David, relaying critical intelligence through their sons, Ahimaaz and Jonathan. This strategic role underscores Sadoc's importance not only as a spiritual leader but also as a key political ally.<br><br><b>Service Under King Solomon</b><br><br>Sadoc's prominence continues into the reign of Solomon. Following the attempted usurpation by Adonijah, Sadoc remains loyal to Solomon, as seen in <a href="/1_kings/1-8.htm">1 Kings 1:8</a>, where he is listed among those who did not support Adonijah. His loyalty is rewarded when Solomon ascends the throne. In <a href="/1_kings/1-39.htm">1 Kings 1:39</a>, Sadoc anoints Solomon as king, a pivotal act that solidifies Solomon's legitimate claim to the throne and marks the continuation of Davidic rule.<br><br>Upon Solomon's establishment as king, Sadoc is appointed as the sole high priest, replacing Abiathar, who is dismissed due to his support of Adonijah (<a href="/1_kings/2-35.htm">1 Kings 2:35</a>). This appointment fulfills the prophecy against the house of Eli, as recorded in <a href="/1_samuel/2-27.htm">1 Samuel 2:27-36</a>, and establishes Sadoc's line as the primary priestly family in Jerusalem.<br><br><b>Legacy and Significance</b><br><br>Sadoc's legacy is enduring, as his descendants, known as the "sons of Zadok," continue to hold significant priestly roles. <a href="/ezekiel/44-15.htm">Ezekiel 44:15-16</a> highlights the faithfulness of the sons of Zadok, who are chosen to minister directly to God in the future temple, a testament to their enduring righteousness and dedication.<br><br>In the broader biblical narrative, Sadoc represents the ideal of priestly fidelity and divine service. His unwavering support for God's anointed kings and his adherence to the covenantal duties of the priesthood serve as a model for spiritual leadership. Sadoc's life and legacy underscore the importance of faithfulness, loyalty, and the fulfillment of God's promises through the priestly line.<a name="hit" id="hit"></a><div class="vheading2">Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary</div><span class="encheading">Sadoc</span><p>or Zadok, just; righteous<a name="smi" id="smi"></a><div class="vheading2">Smith's Bible Dictionary</div><span class="encheading">Sadoc</span><p>(<i>Greek form of Zadok, just</i>). <ol> <li>Zadok the ancestor of Ezra. 2 Esd. 1:1; comp. (<a href="/ezra/7-2.htm">Ezra 7:2</a>)</li> <li>A descendant of Zerubbabel in the genealogy of Jesus Christ. (<a href="/matthew/1-14.htm">Matthew 1:14</a>) (B.C. about 280.)</li> </ol><a name="eas" id="eas"></a><div class="vheading2">Easton's Bible Dictionary</div>Just, mentioned in the genealogy of our Lord (<a href="/matthew/1-14.htm">Matthew 1:14</a>). <a name="isb" id="isb"></a><div class="vheading2">International Standard Bible Encyclopedia</div><span class="encheading">SADOC</span><p>sa'-dok:<br><br>(1) (Latin Sadoch): An ancestor of Ezra (2 Esdras 1:1) = "Zadok" in <a href="/ezra/7-2.htm">Ezra 7:2</a> = "Sadduk" in 1 Esdras 8:2.<br><br>(2) (Sadok): A descendant of Zerubbabel and ancestor of Jesus (<a href="/matthew/1-14.htm">Matthew 1:14</a>).<p><a name="grk" id="grk"></a><div class="vheading2">Greek</div><a href="/greek/4524.htm"><span class="l">4524. Sadok -- Zadok, an Israelite</span></a> <br><b>...</b> NASB Word Usage Zadok (2). Zadok. Of Hebrew origin (Tsadowq); <b>Sadoc</b> (ie Tsadok),<br> an Israelite -- <b>Sadoc</b>. see HEBREW Tsadowq. (sadok) -- 2 Occurrences. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">//strongsnumbers.com/greek2/4524.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 6k</font><a name="lib" id="lib"></a><div class="vheading2">Library</div><p><a href="/library/francis/treatise_on_the_love_of_god/chapter_iii_how_we_forsake.htm"><span class="l">How we Forsake Divine Love for that of Creatures.</span></a> <br><b>...</b> so that David was constrained to depart from Jerusalem with all his most faithful<br> friends, leaving there no men of distinction save <b>Sadoc</b> and Abiathar, priests <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../francis/treatise on the love of god/chapter iii how we forsake.htm</font><p><a href="/library/maclaren/expositions_of_holy_scripture_a/matthews_genealogy_of_jesus_christ.htm"><span class="l">Matthew's Genealogy of Jesus Christ</span></a> <br><b>...</b> And Zorobabel begat Abiud; and Abiud begat Eliakim; and Eliakim begat Azor; 14.<br> And Azor begat <b>Sadoc</b>; and <b>Sadoc</b> begat Achim; and Achim begat Eliud; 15. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture a/matthews genealogy of jesus christ.htm</font><p><a href="/library/mcgarvey/the_four-fold_gospel/iii_genealogy_of_jesus_according.htm"><span class="l">Genealogy of Jesus According to Matthew.</span></a> <br><b>...</b> as told by Ezra, Haggai, and Zechariah]; 13 and Zerubbabel begat Abiud; and Abiud<br> begat Eliakim; and Eliakim begat Azor; 14 and Azor begat <b>Sadoc</b>; and <b>Sadoc</b> <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../mcgarvey/the four-fold gospel/iii genealogy of jesus according.htm</font><p><a href="/library/clement/the_stromata_or_miscellanies/chapter_xxi_the_jewish_institutions_and.htm"><span class="l">The Jewish Institutions and Laws of Far Higher Antiquity than the <b>...</b></span></a> <br><b>...</b> And <b>Sadoc</b> the high priest was the first who ministered in the temple which Solomon<br> built, being the eighth from Aaron, the first high priest. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../the stromata or miscellanies/chapter xxi the jewish institutions and.htm</font><p><a href="/library/augustine/sermons_on_selected_lessons_of_the_new_testament/sermon_i_of_the_agreement.htm"><span class="l">Of the Agreement of the Evangelists Matthew and Luke in the <b>...</b></span></a> <br><b>...</b> begat Salathiel; and Salathiel begat Zorobabel; and Zorobabel begat Abiud; and Abiud<br> begat Eliakim; and Eliakim begat Azor; and Azor begat <b>Sadoc</b>; and <b>Sadoc</b> <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../sermons on selected lessons of the new testament/sermon i of the agreement.htm</font><p><a href="/library/severus/life_and_writings_of_sulpitius_severus_/chapter_xxxviii_at_this_time.htm"><span class="l">At this Time, He Knew in a Guilty Way Bersabe...</span></a> <br><b>...</b> kingdom. He, having been anointed with the royal oil by <b>Sadoc</b> the priest, received<br> the title of king, while his father was still alive. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../life and writings of sulpitius severus /chapter xxxviii at this time.htm</font><p><a href="/library/yonge/the_chosen_people/lesson_xvi_the_greek_kings.htm"><span class="l">The Greek Kings of Egypt.</span></a> <br><b>...</b> taught that people ought to be holy for the love of goodness, and not for the sake<br> of a reward after death; and his follower, Zadok, or <b>Sadoc</b>, went still <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">//christianbookshelf.org/yonge/the chosen people/lesson xvi the greek kings.htm</font><p><a href="/library/yonge/the_chosen_people/questions.htm"><span class="l">Questions.</span></a> <br><b>...</b> 23. What had been the doctrine of Joseph? 24. What did <b>Sadoc</b> declare after<br> him? 25. What were the disciples of <b>Sadoc</b> called? 26. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">//christianbookshelf.org/yonge/the chosen people/questions.htm</font><p><a href="/library/renan/the_life_of_jesus/chapter_iv_the_order_of.htm"><span class="l">The Order of Thought which Surrounded the Development of Jesus.</span></a> <br><b>...</b> One Judas, of the town of Gamala, upon the eastern shore of the Lake of Tiberias,<br> and a Pharisee named <b>Sadoc</b>, by denying the lawfulness of the tax, created a <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">//christianbookshelf.org/renan/the life of jesus/chapter iv the order of.htm</font><a name="thes" id="thes"></a><div class="vheading2">Thesaurus</div><a href="/topical/s/sadoc.htm"><span class="l"><b>Sadoc</b> (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. <b>SADOC</b>. <b>...</b><b>Sadoc</b> (1 Occurrence). Matthew 1:14 Azor<br> became the father of <b>Sadoc</b>. <b>Sadoc</b> became the father of Achim. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/s/sadoc.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/e/eliud.htm"><span class="l">Eliud (2 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Eliud (2 Occurrences). Matthew 1:14 Azor became the father of <b>Sadoc</b>. <b>Sadoc</b><br> became the father of Achim. Achim became the father of Eliud. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/e/eliud.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/b/begat.htm"><span class="l">Begat (112 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> DBY WBS YLT). Matthew 1:14 And Azor begat <b>Sadoc</b>; and <b>Sadoc</b> begat Achim;<br> and Achim begat Eliud; (KJV ASV DBY WBS YLT). Matthew 1:15 <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/b/begat.htm - 31k</font><p><a href="/topical/a/azor.htm"><span class="l">Azor (2 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> (WEB KJV WEY ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV). Matthew 1:14 Azor became the father<br> of <b>Sadoc</b>. <b>Sadoc</b> became the father of Achim. Achim became the father of Eliud. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/a/azor.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/a/achim.htm"><span class="l">Achim (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Achim (1 Occurrence). Matthew 1:14 Azor became the father of <b>Sadoc</b>. <b>Sadoc</b> became<br> the father of Achim. Achim became the father of Eliud. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/a/achim.htm - 6k</font><p><a href="/topical/a/akim.htm"><span class="l">Akim (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Multi-Version Concordance Akim (1 Occurrence). Matthew 1:14 Azor became the father<br> of <b>Sadoc</b>. <b>Sadoc</b> became the father of Achim. Achim became the father of Eliud. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/a/akim.htm - 6k</font><p><a href="/topical/s/sadness.htm"><span class="l">Sadness (16 Occurrences)</span></a><br><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/s/sadness.htm - 11k</font><p><a href="/topical/s/sadok.htm"><span class="l">Sadok (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/s/sadok.htm - 6k</font><p><a href="/topical/s/sadduk.htm"><span class="l">Sadduk</span></a><br><b>...</b> Codex Vaticanus Saddouloukos; the King James Version Sadduc): The high priest, an<br> ancestor of Ezra (1 Esdras 8:2) = "Zadok" in Ezra 7:2 = "<b>Sadoc</b>" in 2 Esdras 1 <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/s/sadduk.htm - 6k</font><a name="res" id="res"></a><div class="vheading2">Resources</div><a href="/concordance/">Bible Concordance</a> • <a href="/dictionary/">Bible Dictionary</a> • <a href="/encyclopedia/">Bible Encyclopedia</a> • <a href="/topical/">Topical Bible</a> • <a href="/thesaurus/">Bible Thesuarus</a></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="cnc" id="cnc"></a><div class="vheading2">Concordance</div><span class="encheading">Sadoc (1 Occurrence)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/matthew/1-14.htm">Matthew 1:14</a></span><br />Azor became the father of <span class="boldtext">Sadoc</span>. Sadoc became the father of Achim. 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