Azariah
Azariah in the Bible — son [descendant] of Zadok, served as priest (1KI 4:2) in the temple which Solomon built (1CH 6:10). Azariah belonged to the tribe of Levi. Referenced in 4 scripture passages.
Name meaning: “he that hears the Lord”
Profile
- Gender
- male
- Tribe
- Levi
- Scripture References
- 4 references
- Known Names
- 1 name
- Relationships
- 3 connections
Biography
Also known as Uzziah, the son of Amaziah who became king of Judah at age 16, Azariah sought God and prospered greatly. He strengthened Judah's military, built towers, and developed agriculture. However, in his pride, he unlawfully entered the temple to burn incense, and God struck him with leprosy. He remained leprous until his death, while his son Jotham governed.
Significance
Azariah's life demonstrates that great success can lead to pride, and that God's holiness and priestly regulations must be respected regardless of one's position or past faithfulness.
Key Events
Names & Labels (1)
- Hebrew
- עֲזַרְיָהוּ
- Transliteration
- azarəiyahu
- Meaning
- y-h-v-h has helped
- Greek
- Αζαριου
- Reference
- 1KI 4:2
- Strong's
- H5838
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Azariah in the Bible?
Azariah is described in the Bible as son [descendant] of Zadok, served as priest (1KI 4:2) in the temple which Solomon built (1CH 6:10). Azariah belonged to the tribe of Levi.
What does the name Azariah mean?
The name Azariah means “he that hears the Lord” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.