Boyd’s Bible Dictionary:
(God’s secret). (1) Ninth in order of the twelve minor prophets. Son of Cushi and a descendant of Hezekiah. He flourished during the reign of King Josiah, B. C. 641-610. His prophecy constitutes the 36th O. T. book, and denounces Judah, Nineveh, and surrounding nations, and records many cheerful promises of gospel blessings. The style is characterized by grace, strength, and dignity. (2) Son of Maaseiah and priest in the reign of Zedekiah (Jer. 21:1; 29:25-29; 37:3; 52:24-27). (3) A Kohathite Levite (1 Chron. 6:36). (4) Father of Josiah and Hen (Zech. 6:10,14).
Concise Bible Dictionary:
1. Son of Maaseiah and “second” priest in the reign of Zedekiah; he was carried captive to Nebuchadnezzar and slain at Riblah (2 Kings 25:18; Jer. 21:1; Jer. 29:25,29; Jer. 37:3; Jer. 52:24).
2. Son of Tahath, a Kohathite (1 Chron. 6:36-37).
3. Son of Cushi, and one of the “minor prophets” (Zeph. 1:1).
4. Father of Josiah and of Hen (Zech. 6:10,14).
Strong’s Dictionary of Hebrew Words:
Transliteration:
Tsphanyah
Meaning:
or Tsphanyahuw {tsef-an-yaw'-hoo}; from 6845 and 3050; Jah has secreted; Tsephanjah, the name of four Israelites
Jackson’s Dictionary of Scripture Proper Names:
treasured of Jehovah
Potts’ Bible Proper Names:
He hid; Jab has secreted, i. e., protected:―name of four Israelites, Zeph. 1:1. {Abscondit}