Azariah עֲזַרְיָ֫הוּ

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Chief priest during Hezekiah's reign

Who is Azariah in the Bible?

Azariah was the chief priest from the family of Zadok who served during the reign of King Hezekiah (2 Chronicles 31:10, 13). He played a crucial role in Hezekiah's religious reforms, which centered on restoring the temple and reinstituting proper worship practices including the Passover celebration. When Hezekiah called for the people to bring their tithes and contributions to the temple, Azariah testified that the Lord had blessed the people abundantly and oversaw the fair distribution of these contributions among the priests and Levites according to their divisions and duties. His faithful leadership helped to restore proper temple service and ensure that worship in Jerusalem was renewed during this significant period of religious revival.

Biography

Azariah is mentioned in 2Ch.31.10-13 as the chief priest from the family of Zadok during the reign of King Hezekiah. He played a significant role in the religious reforms initiated by Hezekiah, which included the restoration of the temple and the reinstitution of the Passover celebration. When Hezekiah called for the people to bring their tithes and contributions to the temple, Azariah testified that the Lord had blessed the people, and there was an abundance of provisions. He oversaw the distribution of the contributions among the priests and Levites, ensuring that they received their portions according to their divisions and duties. Azariah's leadership as chief priest helped to restore proper worship and support for the temple service during Hezekiah's reign.

In Scripture

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2 Chronicles 2 verses

2 Chronicles 31:10

"and Azariah, the chief priest of the household of Zadok, answered him, “Since the people began to bring their contributions into the house of the LORD, we have had enough to eat, and there is plenty left over, because the LORD has blessed His people; this great abundance is what..."
2 Chronicles 31:13

"Jehiel, Azaziah, Nahath, Asahel, Jerimoth, Jozabad, Eliel, Ismachiah, Mahath, and Benaiah were overseers under the authority of Conaniah and his brother Shimei, by appointment of King Hezekiah and of Azariah the chief official of the house of God."

Names & Aliases

Form	Language	Script
Named	Hebrew	עֲזַרְיָ֫הוּ