Azariah עֲזַרְיָ֫הוּ

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Chief priest during Hezekiah's reign

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

"Azariah the chief priest, of the house of Zadok, answered him and said, “Since people began to bring the offerings into Yahweh’s house, we have eaten and had enough, and have plenty left over, for Yahweh has blessed his people; and that which is left is this great store.”"
2 Chronicles 31:13

"Jehiel, Azaziah, Nahath, Asahel, Jerimoth, Jozabad, Eliel, Ismachiah, Mahath, and Benaiah were overseers under the hand of Conaniah and Shimei his brother, by the appointment of Hezekiah the king and Azariah the ruler of God’s house."

Names & Aliases

Form	Language	Script	Strong's
Named	Hebrew	עֲזַרְיָ֫הוּ	H5838P