Sakarias

Sakarias, also known as Zechariah, is a priest in the New Testament who is the father of John the Baptist. He is best known for his encounter with the angel Gabriel, who foretold the birth of his son despite his wife's advanced age. His story underscores themes of faith, doubt, and divine intervention, and he plays a significant role in the narrative leading to the birth of John, who would prepare the way for Jesus.