Zadok
Faithful Priest under David and Solomon
Name Information
- Meaning: "Righteous"
- Language of Origin: Hebrew
- Gender Usage: Masculine
Zadok served as priest in David’s reign, supported the king during Absalom’s revolt, and later officiated in Solomon’s anointing.
⏰ United Kingdom (David & Solomon)
Roles
- Priest
- High Priest
Story
Zadok is listed among David’s priests (2 Samuel 8:17).
He brought the ark out as David fled but obeyed the king to return it to Jerusalem (2 Samuel 15:24–29).
He helped anoint Solomon at Gihon (1 Kings 1:39) and was appointed in Abiathar’s place (1 Kings 2:35).
Spiritual Significance
- Served alongside Abiathar but remained loyal when Abiathar turned with Adonijah (1 Kings 1–2).
- Carried the ark and supported David during the flight from Absalom (2 Samuel 15:24–29).
- Anointed Solomon king and later replaced Abiathar (1 Kings 1–2).
Christ Connection
Zadok’s faithful priesthood serves the Davidic king; Scripture promises an everlasting priesthood and kingship fulfilled in Christ, the Son of David (2 Samuel 7:12–16; Hebrews 7:24–25).
What We Can Learn
- Faithful service means loyalty to God’s anointed king.
- Obedience sometimes means restraint and waiting on God.
- God establishes faithful servants in due time.
Memory Verses
Carry the ark of God back into the city.
— 2 Samuel 15:25
Key Passages
- 2 Samuel 8:17
- 2 Samuel 15:24–29, 35–36
- 1 Kings 1:32–40
- 1 Kings 2:35
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