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Zadok

Facts

Zadok was the name of an important high priest in Israel during the reign of King David.

  • Zadok supported David when Absalom rebelled against him, helping to bring the ark of the covenant into Jerusalem.
  • Years later, he also took part in the ceremony to anoint David's son Solomon as king.
  • Two men by the name of Zadok helped rebuild the walls of Jerusalem during Nehemiah's time.
  • Zadok was also the name of King Jotham's grandfather.