What does the Bible say about Zacchaeus?

Zacchaeus, mentioned in Luke 19:1-11, was a chief tax collector in Jericho who was despised by the people for his profession. However, driven by curiosity and a desire to see Jesus, he climbed a sycamore tree. This was a pivotal moment as Jesus stopped and called him by name, illustrating God's sovereign grace in calling sinners to Himself. The encounter emphasizes that even those deemed lost and unworthy by society can find redemption and salvation through Christ, who came to seek and save the lost.