Topical Encyclopedia Azariah is a name of Hebrew origin meaning "Yahweh has helped" and is borne by several individuals in the Bible, each playing distinct roles in the narrative of Israel's history. The name reflects a common theme in the Old Testament, where names often signify divine intervention or attributes of God.1. Azariah, King of Judah: Also known as Uzziah, Azariah was the son of Amaziah and became king of Judah. His reign is noted for its prosperity and military success, attributed to his faithfulness to God. However, his pride led to his downfall when he unlawfully entered the temple to burn incense, a duty reserved for priests. As a result, God struck him with leprosy, and he lived in isolation until his death. His account is recounted in 2 Kings 15:1-7 and 2 Chronicles 26:1-23. The Berean Standard Bible states, "But after Uzziah became powerful, his pride led to his downfall. He was unfaithful to the LORD his God and entered the temple of the LORD to burn incense on the altar of incense" (2 Chronicles 26:16). 2. Azariah, Son of Nathan: This Azariah served as an official in King Solomon's court, overseeing the district governors. His role is mentioned in 1 Kings 4:5, where he is described as "Azariah son of Nathan—in charge of the district governors." 3. Azariah, High Priest: During the reign of King Solomon, Azariah served as a high priest. He is listed among the descendants of Zadok, a priestly line that remained faithful to God. His mention in 1 Chronicles 6:9-10 highlights the continuity of the priestly duties through the generations. 4. Azariah, Son of Oded: A prophet during the reign of King Asa, Azariah delivered a message of encouragement and warning to the king and the people of Judah. His prophecy, recorded in 2 Chronicles 15:1-7, called for faithfulness to God, promising peace and prosperity if they sought the Lord wholeheartedly. The Berean Standard Bible records his words: "The LORD is with you when you are with Him. If you seek Him, He will be found by you; but if you forsake Him, He will forsake you" (2 Chronicles 15:2). 5. Azariah, Companion of Daniel: Known by his Babylonian name, Abednego, Azariah was one of the three Hebrew youths who, along with Shadrach and Meshach, refused to bow to King Nebuchadnezzar's golden image. Their faithfulness led to their miraculous deliverance from the fiery furnace, as described in Daniel 3. This account exemplifies steadfast faith and God's power to save. 6. Azariah, Post-Exilic Leader: After the Babylonian exile, an Azariah is mentioned among the leaders who returned to Jerusalem with Zerubbabel. He is listed in Nehemiah 7:7 and Ezra 2:2, playing a role in the restoration of the Jewish community and the rebuilding of the temple. The various individuals named Azariah in the Bible illustrate the diverse ways in which God interacts with His people, offering help, guidance, and correction. Each Azariah's account contributes to the broader narrative of God's faithfulness and the importance of obedience and humility before Him. Concordance Azariah's (2 Occurrences)2 Kings 15:6 Nehemiah 3:24 Thesaurus Azariah's (2 Occurrences)... Multi-Version Concordance Azariah's (2 Occurrences). 2 Kings 15:6 Now the rest of the acts of Azariah, and all that he did, are they ... /a/azariah's.htm - 6k Azari'ah (46 Occurrences) Azariahu (1 Occurrence) Resources Who was Azariah in the Bible? | GotQuestions.orgBible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus |
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