Priest in the temple of Jerusalem. He was married to Elisabeth, the mother of John the Baptist.
Related works of art:
Ghirlandaio: The Angel appears to Zacharias (1486-1490)
Ghirlandaio: Zacharias writes John's name (1486-1490)
Ivanov, Alexander: The Angel Appears to Zacharias (1850's)
Lievens, Jan: The Visitation (1638-40)
Rubens, Peter Paul: The Visitation (Deposition - left wing) (1612 - 1614)