Zacchaeus of Jerusalem [SEP] canonization status
Zacchaeus of Jerusalem
Saint Zacchaeus of Jerusalem (died 116 AD?) is a 2nd-century Christian saint venerated by the Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox churches. Also known also Zacharias, he was the fourth Bishop of Jerusalem. His feast day is August 23.
According to Eusebius, he was a Jewish Christian. Little is known about his life although he is recognized as a saint. 
His episcopacy was about the years 112 to 116, when he probably died.
'pure'. Zacchaeus also becomes a contrast of character with the Rich Young Ruler . Both Zacchaeus and the Rich Young Ruler were wealthy men, but one was self-righteous and would not give up his possessions, while the other gave half his possessions to feed the poor.
See also.
- Zacchaeus of Jerusalem
- Paschal cycle
- Zacchaeus (song)
- Luke 19