Azariah עֲזַרְיָה
Son of King Jehoshaphat of Judah
Who is Azariah in the Bible?
Azariah was one of the sons of King Jehoshaphat of Judah, mentioned in 2 Chronicles 21:2 alongside his brothers, including Jehoram, who would later become king. Although Jehoshaphat distributed substantial gifts of silver, gold, and fortified cities throughout Judah to all his sons, he designated Jehoram as his heir because he was the firstborn. The biblical text provides no further details about Azariah's individual accomplishments or role in Judah's history. His mention in Scripture primarily illustrates Jehoshaphat's practice of providing for all his sons while maintaining the inheritance of the kingdom through his eldest son, reflecting the royal succession customs of ancient Judah.
Biography
Azariah is mentioned in 2Ch.21.2 as one of the sons of King Jehoshaphat of Judah. He was a brother of Jehoram, who succeeded Jehoshaphat as king. Jehoshaphat gave his sons many gifts of silver, gold, and valuable possessions, along with fortified cities in Judah. However, he gave the kingdom to Jehoram because he was the firstborn. The text does not provide further details about Azariah's life or role in the kingdom. The mention of Azariah and his brothers receiving gifts and cities from their father suggests that Jehoshaphat sought to provide for his sons and ensure their well-being, even as he passed the throne to his eldest son.
Family
Siblings
- Jehoram Tribe of JudahKing of JudahSon of Jehoshaphat, king of Judah.View full profile →
- Jehiel MaleA singerLevitical musician during the reign of King DavidView full profile →
- Zechariah Tribe of LeviSon of IsshiahSon of Isshiah, a LeviteView full profile →
- Azariahu Tribe of JudahSon of JehoshaphatSon of King Jehoshaphat of JudahView full profile →
- Michael MaleDavid's warriorA Manassite who joined David at Ziklag.View full profile →
- Shephatiah MaleDavid's warriorBenjamite warrior who joined DavidView full profile →
In Scripture
1 biblical book2 Chronicles 1 verse
- 2 Chronicles 21:2
"Jehoram’s brothers, the sons of Jehoshaphat, were Azariah, Jehiel, Zechariah, Azariah, Michael, and Shephatiah; these were all sons of Jehoshaphat king of Israel."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | עֲזַרְיָה |