Zechariah

Zechariah was a priest who doubted the angel Gabriel's promise of a son and was left unable to speak until the child was born. When he named the boy John in obedience, his voice returned and he praised God. His song of blessing is prayed by the Church each morning.

• Also known as: Zacharias, Father of John the Baptist
• Role: Father of John the Baptist
• Key Scripture: Luke 1:8-13, Luke 1:18-20, Luke 1:67-79

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