King James Version

What Does Matthew 1:9 Mean?

Matthew 1:9 in the King James Version says “And Ozias begat Joatham; and Joatham begat Achaz; and Achaz begat Ezekias; — study this verse from Matthew chapter 1 with commentary, cross-references, and original Greek word analysis.

And Ozias begat Joatham; and Joatham begat Achaz; and Achaz begat Ezekias;

Matthew 1:9 · KJV


Context

7

And Solomon begat Roboam; and Roboam begat Abia; and Abia begat Asa;

8

And Asa begat Josaphat; and Josaphat begat Joram; and Joram begat Ozias;

9

And Ozias begat Joatham; and Joatham begat Achaz; and Achaz begat Ezekias;

10

And Ezekias begat Manasses; and Manasses begat Amon; and Amon begat Josias;

11

And Josias begat Jechonias and his brethren, about the time they were carried away to Babylon: Josias: some read, Josias begat Jakim, and Jakim begat Jechonias


Commentary

KJV Study Commentary
Uzziah (also called Azariah) experienced both God's blessing and judgment. Though he began well, his pride led to presumptuous worship and God struck him with leprosy (2 Chronicles 26). Yet the messianic line continued through him, showing that God's purposes transcend individual failures. Christ would be the King who perfectly obeyed where all others failed.

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Historical & Cultural Context

Uzziah reigned approximately 792-740 BC during a period of relative prosperity in Judah. His reign overlapped with several prophets including Isaiah, who received his commission in the year Uzziah died (Isaiah 6:1).

Reflection Questions

  1. How does Uzziah's tragic end warn against presumption and pride in approaching God?
  2. In what ways does Christ fulfill the role of the perfect King that all earthly kings failed to be?

Original Language Analysis

Greek · 15 words
Ὀζίας1 of 15

Ozias

G3604

ozias (i.e., uzzijah), an israelite

δὲ2 of 15

And

G1161

but, and, etc

ἐγέννησεν3 of 15

begat

G1080

to procreate (properly, of the father, but by extension of the mother); figuratively, to regenerate

τὸν4 of 15
G3588

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

Ἰωάθαμ5 of 15

Joatham

G2488

joatham (i.e., jotham), an israelite

Ἰωάθαμ6 of 15

Joatham

G2488

joatham (i.e., jotham), an israelite

δὲ7 of 15

And

G1161

but, and, etc

ἐγέννησεν8 of 15

begat

G1080

to procreate (properly, of the father, but by extension of the mother); figuratively, to regenerate

τὸν9 of 15
G3588

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

Ἄχαζ10 of 15

Achaz

G881

achaz, an israelite

Ἄχαζ11 of 15

Achaz

G881

achaz, an israelite

δὲ12 of 15

And

G1161

but, and, etc

ἐγέννησεν13 of 15

begat

G1080

to procreate (properly, of the father, but by extension of the mother); figuratively, to regenerate

τὸν14 of 15
G3588

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

Ἐζεκίαν15 of 15

Ezekias

G1478

ezekias (i.e., hezekeiah), an israelite


Study Guide

Historical Context

This verse is found in the book of Matthew. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.

Theological Significance

Matthew 1:9 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.

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