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<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><head><meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8" /><meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width; initial-scale=1.0;"/><title>Topical Bible: Zidkijah</title><link rel="canonical" href="https://biblehub.com/topical/z/zidkijah.htm" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/newtopical.css" type="text/css" media="Screen" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/print.css" type="text/css" media="Print" /><script type="application/javascript" src="https://scripts.webcontentassessor.com/scripts/8a2459b64f9cac8122fc7f2eac4409c8555fac9383016db59c4c26e3d5b8b157"></script><script src='https://qd.admetricspro.com/js/biblehub/biblehub-layout-loader-revcatch.js'></script><script id='HyDgbd_1s' src='https://prebidads.revcatch.com/ads.js' type='text/javascript' async></script><script>(function(w,d,b,s,i){var cts=d.createElement(s);cts.async=true;cts.id='catchscript'; cts.dataset.appid=i;cts.src='https://app.protectsubrev.com/catch_rp.js?cb='+Math.random(); document.head.appendChild(cts); }) (window,document,'head','script','rc-anksrH');</script></head> <script async src="https://www.googletagmanager.com/gtag/js?id=G-LR4HSKRP2H"></script> <script> window.dataLayer = window.dataLayer || []; function gtag(){dataLayer.push(arguments);} gtag('js', new Date()); gtag('config', 'G-LR4HSKRP2H'); </script><body><div id="fx"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx2"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="30" scrolling="no" src="/topical/vmenus/nehemiah/10-1.htm" align="left" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div><div id="blnk"></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable"><tr><td><div id="fx5"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx6"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="245" scrolling="no" src="//biblehu.com/bmcde/z/zidkijah.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable3"><tr><td><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center" id="announce"><tr><td><div id="l1"><div id="breadcrumbs"><a href="/">Bible</a> > <a href="/topical/">Topical</a> > Zidkijah</div><div id="anc"><iframe src="/anc.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></div><div id="anc2"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><iframe src="/anc2.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></div></td></tr></table><div id="movebox2"><table border="0" align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tr><td><div id="topheading"><a href="/topical/z/zideon.htm" title="Zideon">◄</a> Zidkijah <a href="/topical/z/zid-kijah.htm" title="Zid-Kijah">►</a></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center" class="maintable2"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><div id="topverse">Jump to: <a href="#hit" title="Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary">Hitchcock's</a> • <a href="#smi" title="Smith's Bible Dictionary">Smith's</a> • <a href="#isb" title="International Standard Bible Encyclopedia">ISBE</a> • <a href="#eas" title="Easton's Bible Dictionary">Easton's</a> • <a href="#cnc" title="Multiversion Concordance">Concordance</a> • <a href="#thes" title="Bible Thesaurus">Thesaurus</a> • <a href="#heb" title="Strong's Hebrew Concordance">Hebrew</a> • <a href="#sub" title="Subtopics">Subtopics</a> • <a href="#rel" title="Related Terms">Terms</a></div><div id="leftbox"><div class="padleft"><a name="te" id="te"></a><div class="vheading2">Topical Encyclopedia</div>Zidkijah is a figure mentioned in the Old Testament, specifically within the context of the prophetic ministry of Jeremiah. He is identified as one of the princes of Judah during the reign of King Zedekiah, the last king of Judah before the Babylonian exile. Zidkijah's role is primarily noted in the book of Jeremiah, where he is depicted as an adversary to the prophet.<br><br><b>Biblical References:</b><br><br>1. <b><a href="/jeremiah/38.htm">Jeremiah 38:1-6</a> :</b> Zidkijah is mentioned among the officials who opposed Jeremiah. Along with Shephatiah son of Mattan, Gedaliah son of Pashhur, and Jucal son of Shelemiah, Zidkijah heard the words that Jeremiah was speaking to all the people, warning them of the impending Babylonian conquest and urging them to surrender to the Babylonians to save their lives. The officials, including Zidkijah, were angered by Jeremiah's message, perceiving it as demoralizing to the people and the soldiers. They approached King Zedekiah, demanding that Jeremiah be put to death for his prophecies. The king, unable to resist their pressure, allowed them to take Jeremiah and cast him into the cistern of Malchiah, where he sank into the mud.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/jeremiah/38-7.htm">Jeremiah 38:7-13</a> :</b> Despite Zidkijah's actions, the narrative continues with Ebed-Melech, an Ethiopian eunuch in the king's house, who intervenes to rescue Jeremiah from the cistern. Ebed-Melech's plea to King Zedekiah highlights the injustice of the officials' actions, and the king orders Jeremiah's release. This episode underscores the tension between the prophetic message of Jeremiah and the political and social pressures faced by the leaders of Judah, including Zidkijah.<br><br><b>Historical and Theological Context:</b><br><br>Zidkijah's opposition to Jeremiah can be understood within the broader context of the political turmoil and spiritual decline of Judah during the late 7th and early 6th centuries BC. The kingdom was under significant threat from the Babylonian Empire, and the leaders were divided on how to respond. Jeremiah's call for surrender was seen as treasonous by many, including Zidkijah, who were likely hoping for a different outcome, possibly through alliances or divine intervention.<br><br>From a theological perspective, Zidkijah's actions reflect the broader theme of resistance to God's prophetic word, a recurring motif in the Old Testament. The narrative serves as a cautionary tale about the consequences of ignoring divine warnings and the importance of heeding God's messengers, even when their messages are difficult to accept.<br><br><b>Character Analysis:</b><br><br>Zidkijah, as portrayed in the book of Jeremiah, represents the political and spiritual leadership that struggled to navigate the challenges facing Judah. His opposition to Jeremiah highlights the conflict between human plans and divine purposes. While Zidkijah and his fellow officials sought to maintain control and morale, their actions ultimately contributed to the fulfillment of the very prophecies they sought to suppress.<br><br>In summary, Zidkijah's role in the biblical narrative is a testament to the complexities of leadership in times of crisis and the enduring tension between human authority and divine revelation. His account serves as a reminder of the importance of aligning with God's will, even when it contradicts personal or national ambitions.<a name="hit" id="hit"></a><div class="vheading2">Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary</div><span class="encheading">Zidkijah</span><p>justice of the Lord<a name="smi" id="smi"></a><div class="vheading2">Smith's Bible Dictionary</div><span class="encheading">Zidkijah</span><p>(<i>justice of Jehovah</i>) a priest or family of priests who signed the covenant with Nehemiah. (<a href="/nehemiah/10-1.htm">Nehemiah 10:1</a>) (B.C. 410.)<a name="eas" id="eas"></a><div class="vheading2">Easton's Bible Dictionary</div>The Lord is righteous, one who sealed the covenant with Nehemiah (<a href="/nehemiah/10-1.htm">Nehemiah 10:1</a>). <a name="isb" id="isb"></a><div class="vheading2">International Standard Bible Encyclopedia</div><span class="encheading">ZID-KIJAH</span><p>zid-ki'-ja.<br><br>See <a href="../z/zedekiah.htm">ZEDEKIAH, 5</a>.<p><a name="heb" id="heb"></a><div class="vheading2">Strong's Hebrew</div><a href="/hebrew/6667.htm"><span class="l">6667. Tsidqiyyahu -- "Yah is righteousness," six Israelites</span></a><br><b>...</b> Zedekiah, <b>Zidkijah</b>. Or Tsidqiyahuw {tsid-kee-yaw'-hoo}; from tsedeq and Yahh; right<br> of Jah; Tsidkijah, the name of six Israelites -- Zedekiah, <b>Zidkijah</b>. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/hebrew/6667.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 6k</font><a name="thes" id="thes"></a><div class="vheading2">Thesaurus</div><a href="/topical/z/zidkijah.htm"><span class="l"><b>Zidkijah</b> (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><b>...</b><b>Zidkijah</b> (1 Occurrence). Nehemiah 10:1 Now those that sealed were, Nehemiah, the<br> Tirshatha, the son of Hachaliah, and <b>Zidkijah</b>, (KJV WBS YLT). <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/z/zidkijah.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/z/zideon.htm"><span class="l">Zideon (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/z/zideon.htm - 6k</font><p><a href="/topical/z/zid-kijah.htm"><span class="l">Zid-kijah</span></a><br>Zid-kijah. <b>Zidkijah</b>, Zid-kijah. Zidon . Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia<br> ZID-KIJAH. zid-ki'-ja. See ZEDEKIAH, 5. <b>Zidkijah</b>, Zid-kijah. Zidon . Reference <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/z/zid-kijah.htm - 6k</font><p><a href="/topical/t/tirshatha.htm"><span class="l">Tirshatha (5 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> (KJV JPS BBE DBY WBS YLT). Nehemiah 10:1 Now those that sealed were, Nehemiah, the<br> Tirshatha, the son of Hachaliah, and <b>Zidkijah</b>, (KJV JPS BBE DBY WBS YLT). <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/t/tirshatha.htm - 10k</font><p><a href="/topical/h/hachaliah.htm"><span class="l">Hachaliah (2 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> YLT). Nehemiah 10:1 Now those that sealed were, Nehemiah, the Tirshatha,<br> the son of Hachaliah, and <b>Zidkijah</b>, (KJV JPS DBY WBS YLT). <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/h/hachaliah.htm - 7k</font><p><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">Zidkijah (1 Occurrence)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/nehemiah/10-1.htm">Nehemiah 10:1</a></span><br />Now those that sealed were, Nehemiah, the Tirshatha, the son of Hachaliah, and <span class="boldtext">Zidkijah</span>,<br /><span class="source">(KJV WBS YLT)</span><a name="sub" id="sub"></a><div class="vheading2">Subtopics</div><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/z/zidkijah.htm">Zidkijah</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/z/zidkijah--a_chief_prince_of_the_exiles_who_returned_to_jerusalem.htm">Zidkijah: A Chief Prince of the Exiles Who Returned to Jerusalem</a></p><a name="rel" id="rel"></a><div class="vheading2">Related Terms</div><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/z/zid-kijah.htm">Zid-kijah</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/z/zidon.htm">Zidon (25 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/z/zideon.htm">Zideon (1 Occurrence)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/t/tirshatha.htm">Tirshatha (5 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/z/zedekiah.htm">Zedekiah (63 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/h/hachaliah.htm">Hachaliah (2 Occurrences)</a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/topical/z/zideon.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Zideon"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Zideon" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/topical/z/zid-kijah.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Zid-Kijah"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Zid-Kijah" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div> <div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"><script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script></div></td></tr></table></div></div></div> <br /><br /> <div align="center"> <div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>