Bible Dictionary
Barachias
Barachias is a form of Berechiah, the name associated with the father of Zechariah mentioned in connection with the death of a righteous witness.
Definition
Barachias is a form of the name Barachiah or Berechiah. In the supplied material it is the name associated with the father of Zechariah mentioned by Jesus.
Biblical Usage
The name occurs in the reference to Zechariah in Matthew 23:35, in connection with the death of a righteous witness.
Historical Background
Barachias is presented as a variant form of Barachiah, rather than as a separately described person.
Scripture References
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(Matthew 23:35) [Zacharias]
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>bar-a-ki'-as.</p><p>See BARACHIAH.</p>