Amaziah אֲמַצְיָ֫הוּ
Levite, son of Hilkiah
Who is Amaziah in the Bible?
Amaziah, son of Hilkiah, was a Levite of the Merarite family who served during the reign of King David (1 Chronicles 6:45). As a member of the Merarite clan, Amaziah held responsibility for maintaining the structural components of the tabernacle, including its frames, crossbars, posts, and bases. His role exemplifies the important administrative and practical duties that Levites performed in Israel's religious system, ensuring that the place of worship was properly maintained and functional for the nation's spiritual life.
Biography
Amaziah was a Levite who belonged to the family of Merari. He was the son of Hilkiah and lived during the reign of King David. As a Levite, Amaziah would have been involved in the religious duties and services in the tabernacle or temple. The Merarites were responsible for the tabernacle's structural components, such as its frames, crossbars, posts, and bases.
Family
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 6:45
"the son of Hashabiah, the son of Amaziah, the son of Hilkiah,"
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | אֲמַצְיָ֫הוּ |