Father of John the Baptist. [1] Fairly well educated priest. [2] Owned small farm, received temple allowance. [3] Perplexed regarding prospective motherhood of Elizabeth. [4] Believed Elizabeth’s story about Gabriel only after dream. [5] Conferred with Joseph in Jerusalem. [6] Believed Jesus was to become Messiah. [7] Prearrangement with Simeon and Anna. [8] Sent wise men to Bethlehem. [9] Warned Joseph of Herod’s impending massacre. [10] Died July, A.D. 12. [11]
See also: UB 123:3.4.