Azariah עֲזַרְיָ֫הוּ
High priest during Solomon's reign, descendant of Zadok
Who is Azariah in the Bible?
Azariah was a high priest of Israel who served during the reign of King Solomon, as recorded in 1 Chronicles 6:10-11 and Ezra 7:3. He descended from the priestly line of Zadok, who had been a faithful priest under Kings David and Solomon, and traced his lineage back to Aaron, Israel's first high priest. As high priest, Azariah held the most important religious position in the kingdom, overseeing temple worship, offering sacrifices, and serving as mediator between the people and God. His service during Solomon's era of prosperity and peace underscores the spiritual leadership essential to maintaining the nation's covenant relationship with God.
Biography
Azariah, the descendant of Zadok, is mentioned in 1Ch.6.10-11 and Ezr.7.3 as the high priest who served during the reign of King Solomon. He was a descendant of Aaron, the first high priest of Israel, through the line of Eleazar. Azariah's father, Zadok, had been a prominent priest during the reigns of David and Solomon, known for his loyalty and faithfulness. As the high priest, Azariah would have held the most important religious position in the kingdom, being responsible for overseeing the temple worship, offering sacrifices, and mediating between the people and God. The fact that he served during Solomon's reign, a time of great prosperity and peace for Israel, highlights the significance of his role in maintaining the spiritual well-being of the nation.
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In Scripture
2 biblical books1 Kings 1 verse
- 1 Kings 4:2
"and these were his chief officials: Azariah son of Zadok was the priest;"
1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 6:9
"Ahimaaz was the father of Azariah, Azariah was the father of Johanan,"
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | עֲזַרְיָ֫הוּ |