Azariah עֲזַרְיָה
Descendant of Jerahmeel, son of Hezron
Who is Azariah in the Bible?
Azariah was a descendant of Jerahmeel, who was the son of Hezron, from the tribe of Judah, as recorded in 1 Chronicles 2:38-39. He appears in the genealogical records as the son of Obed and the father of Helez, placing him within an important family line of ancient Judah. While Scripture provides no additional details about his personal life or accomplishments, his inclusion in the Chronicles genealogy demonstrates the biblical emphasis on preserving the continuity of family lines and the identity of Israel's people. His role, though modest in historical narrative, underscores the importance of lineage and ancestry in biblical genealogies.
Biography
Azariah is mentioned in 1Ch.2.38-39 as a descendant of Jerahmeel, who was the son of Hezron, a prominent figure in the tribe of Judah. Azariah is listed in the genealogy of Jerahmeel's family, which is a subset of the larger genealogy of Judah. He is identified as the son of Obed and the father of Helez. The genealogies in Chronicles often serve to highlight the continuity of family lines and the preservation of the identity of the people of Israel. Azariah's inclusion in this genealogy suggests that he was a significant member of Jerahmeel's family line, although no additional information about his life or role is provided in the text.
Family
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 2 verses
- 1 Chronicles 2:38
"Obed was the father of Jehu, Jehu was the father of Azariah,"
- 1 Chronicles 2:39
"Azariah was the father of Helez, Helez was the father of Elasah,"
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | עֲזַרְיָה |
Azariah
(3) The son of Jehu, descended from an Egyptian through the daughter of Sheshan (1Ch 2:38).
(4) A son of Ahimaaz and grandson of Zadok (1Ch 6:9).
(5) A son of Zadok the high priest and an official of Solomon (1Ki 4:2).
(6) A high priest and son of Johanan (1Ch 6:10).
(7) A Levite, ancestor of Samuel, and Heman the singer (1Ch 6:36).
(8) A son of Nathan and captain of Solomon's tax collectors (1Ki 4:5).
(9) A prophet in the reign of King Asa; his father's name was Oded (2Ch 15:1-8).
(10 and 11) Two sons of Jehoshaphat, king of Judah (2Ch 21:2).
(12) King of Judah (2Ch 22:6, called Ahaziah in 2Ch 22:1).
(13) A son of Jeroham, who helped to overthrow Athaliah, and place Joash on the throne (2Ch 23:1).
(14) A son of Johanan and a leading man of Ephraim, mentioned in connection with the emancipated captives taken by Pekah (2Ch 28:12).
(15) A Levite of the family of Merari, who took part in cleansing the temple in the days of Hezekiah (2Ch 29:12).
(16) A high priest who rebuked King Uzziah for arrogating to himself priestly functions (2Ch 26:16-20).
(17) The father of Seraiah and son of Hilkiah (1Ch 6:13f).
(18) A son of Hoshaiah, and a bitter enemy of Jeremiah (Jer 43:2ff).
(19) One of the royal captives taken to Babylon, whose name was changed to Abed-nego (Da 1:7).
(20) The son of Maaseiah, who helped repair the walls of Jerusalem (Ne 3:23f).
(21) A Levite who assisted Ezra to expound the Law (Ne 8:7).
(22) A priest who sealed the covenant (Ne 10:2).
(23) A prince of Judah mentioned in connection with the dedication of the walls of Jerusalem (Ne 12:32f).
W. W. Davies
(1) Azarias, who put away his "strange wife" (1 Esdras 9:21); compare Uzziah (Ezr 10:21).
(2) Azarias, who stood at the right side of