Zadkiel

Zadkiel is an archangel whose name means "God is my righteousness" in Hebrew. This name appears in Jewish and Christian angelological traditions, derived from the Hebrew root tzaddiq (righteous) and El (God). Zadkiel is especially known as the angel of mercy, kindness, and benevolence.

In some religious texts, Zadkiel is identified as the unnamed Angel of the Lord who stops Abraham from sacrificing his son Isaac (according to Genesis 22). While other sources attribute this intervention to Michael or Tadhiel, associating Zadkiel with the act underscores his role as a merciful figure. Consequently, in art and iconography, Zadkiel is often depicted holding a dagger, referencing the binding of Isaac.

Within Jewish mysticism and Christian Kabbalah, Zadkiel is linked to the classical planet Jupiter and occupies the fourth position in the sephirot, corresponding to Chesed ( "Kindness" ). He is sometimes called Hasdiel, reflecting additional spelling variants. The name Zadki-ilu appears in Akkadian contexts, showing the broader Semitic appeal of the name. The form Zadkiel became consolidated in Judeo-Christian-Islamic usage, especially within angelological literature.

In popular culture, the name appears in manga and video game narratives: for instance, in the Japanese light novel series Date A Live, "Zadkiel" designates a spiritual weapon.

Notable Bearers

• Additionally, the name appears as Zedekiel in some translations of the Book of Enoch, where he is listed among the leading archangels.

Key Facts

• Meaning: God is my righteousness
• Origin: Hebrew
• Type: Archangel name (religious)
• Usage regions: Jewish, Christian, Islamic traditions