The reign of Uzziah (Azariah)
All the people of Judah took Azariah, who was sixteen years old, and made him king in the place of his father Amaziah. (2KI 14:21) He was sixteen years old w..., spanning 28 years associated with Azariah.
Description
All the people of Judah took Azariah, who was sixteen years old, and made him king in the place of his father Amaziah. (2KI 14:21) He was sixteen years old when he became king, and he reigned fifty-two years in Jerusalem. And his mother's name was Jecoliah of Jerusalem. (2KI 15:2)
Details
- Type
- Reign
- Person
- Azariah
- Start
- ~809 BC(3195 AH)
- End
- ~781 BC(3223 AH)
- Duration
- 28 years
- Start Reference
- 2KI 15:1
- End Reference
- 2KI 15:2
Notes
START:*HYPOTHESIS: Israel began their calendar year in the spring (Nisan) and Judah began their calendar year in the fall (Tishrei). See dataset notes for more information. [Shulman date p83] [Ussher date p73] END:*HYPOTHESIS: Judah counted regnal years starting the year AFTER a king took the throne (accession year) resulting in a 1-year undercount. See dataset notes for more information. [Shulman date p83] [Ussher date p76]
Historical Dating
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did The reign of Uzziah (Azariah) occur in Bible history?
The reign of Uzziah (Azariah) occurred approximately ~809 BC to ~781 BC. This is 3195–3223 AH (Anno Hominis — years from Creation using the Ussher chronology, where Year 1 = ~4004 BC). This period lasted 28 years.
What does “AH” mean in Bible chronology?
AH stands for “Anno Hominis” (Year of Man), a chronological system that counts years from Creation. Under the Ussher chronology, Year 1 AH corresponds to approximately 4004 BC.