Introduction:
Zacchaeus is a notable figure in the New Testament, primarily known for his encounter with Jesus Christ as recorded in the Gospel of Luke. His account is a powerful testament to the transformative power of Jesus' ministry and the message of redemption and repentance.

Biblical Account:
The account of Zacchaeus is found in Luke 19:1-10. Zacchaeus was a chief tax collector in the city of Jericho, a position that made him wealthy but also despised by his fellow Jews. Tax collectors were often seen as traitors and sinners because they worked for the Roman authorities and were known for extorting money from the people.

Encounter with Jesus:
As Jesus was passing through Jericho, Zacchaeus sought to see Him. However, due to his short stature, he was unable to see over the crowd. Demonstrating determination and curiosity, Zacchaeus ran ahead and climbed a sycamore-fig tree to get a better view of Jesus as He passed by.

When Jesus reached the spot, He looked up and said, "Zacchaeus, come down immediately. I must stay at your house today" (Luke 19:5). This unexpected invitation from Jesus was met with joy by Zacchaeus, who welcomed Him gladly into his home.

Repentance and Transformation:
The presence of Jesus in Zacchaeus' home led to a profound change in his heart. In response to the murmuring of the crowd, who criticized Jesus for associating with a sinner, Zacchaeus stood up and declared, "Look, Lord, half of my possessions I give to the poor, and if I have cheated anyone, I will repay it fourfold" (Luke 19:8). This declaration was a significant act of repentance and restitution, reflecting a genuine transformation in Zacchaeus' life.

Jesus' Pronouncement:
Jesus responded to Zacchaeus' repentance with a powerful affirmation of salvation: "Today salvation has come to this house, because this man too is a son of Abraham. For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost" (Luke 19:9-10). This statement underscores the mission of Jesus to bring salvation to all, including those marginalized and deemed unworthy by society.

Theological Significance:
Zacchaeus' account highlights several key theological themes. First, it illustrates the inclusivity of Jesus' ministry, emphasizing that no one is beyond the reach of God's grace. Second, it demonstrates the importance of repentance and restitution as evidence of a transformed life. Zacchaeus' willingness to make amends for his wrongs exemplifies the fruit of genuine repentance.

Cultural and Historical Context:
As a chief tax collector, Zacchaeus was part of a system that was deeply unpopular among the Jewish people. Tax collectors were often seen as collaborators with the Roman occupiers, and their wealth was frequently amassed through dishonest means. Zacchaeus' decision to give away half of his possessions and repay those he had wronged was a radical departure from the norm and a testament to the sincerity of his conversion.

Legacy:
Zacchaeus' encounter with Jesus serves as an enduring example of the transformative power of Christ's love and forgiveness. His account continues to inspire believers to seek Jesus with determination, embrace repentance, and live out the implications of their faith through acts of justice and generosity.Zaccheus

pure; clean; just

Zaccheus

Just, from the Hebrew Zaccai, Nehemiah 7:14, a worthy tax-gatherer at Jericho, who in order to see Christ took a position in a sycamore-tree, by which He was about to pass. The Savior drawing near and knowing his heart, called him to come down, and proposed to become his guest. As he held office under the Romans, he was called "a sinner" by the Jews, Luke 19:1-10. He showed sincere penitence and faith in the Savior, who in turn promised him salvation as a child of Abraham by faith, Galatians 3:7, as he also seems to have been by birth.

The "house of Zaccheus" now shown on the plain of Jericho is probably the remnant of a fort built in the tenth century, or even more recently.

2195. Zakchaios -- Zaccheus, a tax collector
... Zaccheus, a tax collector. Part of Speech: Noun, Masculine Transliteration: Zakchaios
Phonetic Spelling: (dzak-chah'-ee-yos) Short Definition: Zacchaeus ...
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The Conversion of Zaccheus
... The Conversion of Zaccheus. Luke 19:9-10 " "And Jesus said unto him, This day is
salvation come to this house; forasmuch as he also is the Son of Abraham. ...
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Zaccheus Lk 19:1-6
... LUKE Hymn 107 ZACCHEUS Lk 19:1-6. John Newton 6,6,6,6,8,8. ZACCHEUS Lk 19:1-6. Zaccheus
climbed the tree,. And thought himself unknown; But how surprised was he ...
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Christ Ledges with Zaccheus. (Luke, xix. , 2, Seq. )
... Christ Ledges with Zaccheus. ... [638] In the suburbs of Jericho lived a rich publican,
named Zaccheus, who probably knew Christ by the reports of other publicans. ...
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Jesus Makes the Wicked Zaccheus his Friend
... THE NEW TESTAMENT JESUS MAKES THE WICKED ZACCHEUS HIS FRIEND. As Jesus passed
through Jericho a man named Zaccheus, who was the chief ...
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Out of Egypt
... "So also Zaccheus, who climbed upon a tree because he desired to see the
Lord. Dear children, such a little Zaccheus is every man ...
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The Last Journey to Jerusalem.
... And so the Passover pilgrims entered Jericho. There was in Jericho a man named Zaccheus,
who, like Matthew of Capernaum, was a rich tax-gatherer. ...
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Machinations of the Enemies of Jesus.
... The chief receiver, Zaccheus, a rich man, desired to see Jesus.[5] As he was of
small stature, he climbed a sycamore tree near the road which the procession ...
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The Servants and the Pounds.
... The incident connected with Zaccheus, although it occurred on the spot and at the
moment, did not, I think, supply the occasion of this parable, and does not ...
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Effectual Calling
... REV. CH SPURGEON. At New Park Street Chapel, Southwark. "When Jesus came to the
place, he looked up, and saw him, and said unto him, Zaccheus, make haste and ...
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Words of Counsel.
... Zaccheus, the publican, sought to see Jesus; and because he was little of
stature he climbed up a tree. When Jesus came to the place ...
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Zaccheus (4 Occurrences)
...Zaccheus (4 Occurrences). Luke 19:2 And behold, there was a man named Zaccheus,
who was the chief among the publicans, and he was rich. (WBS YLT NAS). ...
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Zacchaeus (3 Occurrences)
... Being a chief publican, or overseer, among the tax-gatherers, Zaccheus had additional
opportunity, by farming the taxes, of increasing that wealth for which ...
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Zacchae'us (3 Occurrences)
Zacchae'us. Zacchaeus, Zacchae'us. Zaccheus . ... Luke 19:2 and lo, a man, by name
called Zaccheus, and he was a chief tax-gatherer, and he was rich, (See RSV). ...
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Zacchur (1 Occurrence)

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Guest (24 Occurrences)
... among these are the hospitality of Matthew (Luke 5:29); Jesus' relation to Martha
and Mary (Luke 10:38), and His entrance into the home of Zaccheus (Luke 19:1 ...
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Wealthy (22 Occurrences)
... is apparent from the narratives, in the Gospels, of such rich men as Nicodemus,
and Joseph of Arimathea (John 19:38, 39 Matthew 27:57-60), and Zaccheus (Luke 19 ...
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Wealth (340 Occurrences)
... is apparent from the narratives, in the Gospels, of such rich men as Nicodemus,
and Joseph of Arimathea (John 19:38, 39 Matthew 27:57-60), and Zaccheus (Luke 19 ...
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Fourfold (2 Occurrences)
... I restore fourfold." From this statement of Zaccheus we are to understand that fourfold
the amount of that which was stolen was the restoration the law ...
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Four-fold (2 Occurrences)
... Luke 19:8 And Zaccheus stood, and said to the Lord; Behold, Lord, the half of my
goods I give to the poor; and if I have taken any thing from any man by false ...
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Trespass (101 Occurrences)
... injured, then the trespasser shall add a fifth to the value of the property injured
and give that to the injured party (Leviticus 6:5). Zaccheus, wanting to ...
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