OliveGrove
Pressing the Word of God for Deeper Understanding.

Azariahu עֲזַרְיָ֫הוּ

Male Tribe of Judah H5838R 1 book

Son of King Jehoshaphat of Judah

Who is Azariahu in the Bible?

Azariahu was one of the sons of King Jehoshaphat of Judah, mentioned in 2 Chronicles 21:2 as an alternate spelling of the name Azariah. He was a brother of Jehoram, who eventually succeeded their father as king of Judah. Like his brothers, Azariahu received substantial gifts from Jehoshaphat, including silver, gold, valuable possessions, and fortified cities throughout Judah, though the kingdom itself was given to Jehoram as the firstborn son. The biblical text provides no further details about his life or activities, but his mention reflects Jehoshaphat's care to provide for all his sons despite passing the throne to only one heir.

Biography

Azariahu is mentioned in 2Ch.21.2 as one of the sons of King Jehoshaphat of Judah. This is an alternate spelling of the name Azariah, which appears in the same verse. Azariahu 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 Azariahu's life or role in the kingdom. The mention of Azariahu 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

Parents

Siblings

In Scripture

1 biblical book
2 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 עֲזַרְיָ֫הוּ