Lexical Summary Uzziyya: Uzziah Original Word: עֻזִּיָּא Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Uzzia Perhaps for Uzziyah; Uzzija, an Israelite -- Uzzia. see HEBREW Uzziyah NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom azaz Definition one of David's heroes NASB Translation Uzzia (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs עֻזִּיָּא proper name, masculine (= foregoing; compare GrayProp. N. 295); — hero of David 1 Chronicles 11:44, Οζεια(ς). Topical Lexicon Name and Meaning “Uzzia” (Hebrew ʿUzzîyâ) carries the idea “Yahweh is my strength.” The name itself testifies that any valor credited to the man comes from the LORD, not from human ability. Biblical Occurrence The name appears once in Scripture: “Uzzia the Ashterathite” is listed among David’s mighty warriors (1 Chronicles 11:44). Historical Setting: David’s Mighty Men 1 Chronicles 11 celebrates the elite corps that gathered around David during his rise to the throne. These “mighty men” (gibbôrîm) embodied the LORD’s promise to give His anointed king victory over enemies. By preserving the names of even the lesser-known soldiers, the Chronicler shows that God remembers every faithful act done for His kingdom. Geographic and Ethnic Background: The Ashterathite The epithet “Ashterathite” links Uzzia to Ashteroth (or Ashtaroth-Karnaim) in Bashan, east of the Jordan. This region had belonged to the half-tribe of Manasseh (Joshua 13:31) after Israel’s conquest of Og king of Bashan (Deuteronomy 3:1-13). Uzzia’s inclusion therefore highlights the trans-Jordan tribes’ loyalty to David and anticipates the Chronicler’s larger theme of national unity around the Davidic throne. Ministry and Military Contribution Though no individual exploits are recorded, Uzzia’s presence in the roster implies proven courage, battlefield skill, and unwavering allegiance. In ancient warfare, each warrior’s steadfastness affected the entire line. His anonymous service illustrates how God advances His purposes through countless unnamed servants whose deeds escape the spotlight yet remain vital to the success of His people. Theological Significance 1. Covenant Unity: A Bashan warrior standing shoulder to shoulder with Judeans and Benjaminites under David foreshadows the ultimate gathering of all Israel—and eventually all nations—under the Son of David (Isaiah 11:10; Revelation 7:9). Lessons for Today • Faithful service counts even without public acclaim. Related Names and Distinctions Uzzia (ʿUzzîyâ) must not be confused with Uzziah king of Judah (2 Chronicles 26) or with the several Uzzias in priestly genealogies. Only the Ashterathite bears Strong’s number 5814. Key Reference 1 Chronicles 11:44 — “Uzzia the Ashterathite, Shama and Jeiel the sons of Hotham the Aroerite.” Forms and Transliterations עֻזִיָּ֖א עזיא ‘u·zî·yā ‘uzîyā uziYaLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance 1 Chronicles 11:44 HEB: עֻזִיָּ֖א הָעֲשְׁתְּרָתִ֑י שָׁמָע֙ NAS: Uzzia the Ashterathite, Shama KJV: Uzzia the Ashterathite, Shama INT: Uzzia the Ashterathite Shama 1 Occurrence |
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