Zacchaeus (Jekhe) pen ama siamna, nasep, ahihna leh ateel, ama dinmun huhau in kinawlkhin aa, tua thamloh, ama teel theih zong ahilo, apianpih hihna huhau in zong kinawl khin hi. A kinawl khin tua Jekhe, Jesuh munuamin Theikung tungah kahto aa, akahtohna tua Theitek nangawn zong a kinawlkhin hi sawnsawn hi. Please click here to watch it. Zacchaeus was a prominent figure in the biblical account of Jesus’s visit to Jericho. As a chief tax collector, he held a position of significant wealth and influence, but was also despised by his fellow Jews for collaborating with the Roman authorities. The Encounter with Jesus Zacchaeus’s story is notable for several reasons: Determination to see Jesus: Despite his short stature, Zacchaeus climbed a sycamore-fig tree to catch a glimpse of Jesus passing through Jericho. Jesus’s personal invitation: Surprisingly, Jesus called Zacchaeus by name and invited himself to the tax collector’s house, an act that shocked the crowd. Transformation and generosity: Upon meeting Jesus, Zacchaeus underwent a profound change of heart. He pledged to give half of his possessions to the poor and to repay fourfold anyone he had cheated. Significance of the Encounter This encounter illustrates several important aspects of Jesus’s ministry: Seeking the lost: Jesus explicitly stated that his mission was to “seek and to save the lost,” with Zacchaeus serving as a prime example. Salvation for all: By declaring that salvation had come to Zacchaeus’s house, Jesus affirmed that even those considered “sinners” by society could be redeemed. Transformation through faith: Zacchaeus’s immediate response to Jesus demonstrated the transformative power of faith, leading to concrete actions of repentance and restitution. The story of Zacchaeus remains a powerful illustration of Jesus’s mission to bring salvation to all, regardless of their social status or past actions. It emphasizes themes of repentance, generosity, and the inclusive nature of God’s kingdom. To watch a motivational talk like this based on Peter’s life, please click here.