Uzzi עֻזִּי
Son of Tola, grandson of Issachar
Who is Uzzi in the Bible?
Uzzi was a grandson of Issachar and the son of Tola, serving as one of the clan heads of the tribe of Issachar during biblical times (1 Chronicles 7:2-3). He was known as a brave warrior and outstanding leader, alongside his brothers Rephaiah, Jeriel, Jahmai, Ibsam, and Samuel. The descendants of Uzzi and his brothers became numerous and powerful during the reign of King David, contributing significantly to the strength and influence of the tribe of Issachar. Though not a major biblical figure, Uzzi represents the lineage leaders who helped establish the tribal foundations of Israel and maintained the prominence of Issachar among the twelve tribes.
Biography
Uzzi was a descendant of Issachar, one of the twelve tribes of Israel. He was the son of Tola and one of the clan heads of Issachar. Uzzi and his brothers Rephaiah, Jeriel, Jahmai, Ibsam and Samuel were all described as brave warriors and outstanding leaders. Their descendants were numerous and powerful during the time of King David. This Uzzi helped establish the strength and influence of the tribe of Issachar.
Family
Parents
Siblings
- Rephaiah Tribe of JudahSon of HananiahA descendant of King DavidView full profile →
- Jeriel Tribe of IssacharIssachar leaderA son of Tola, from the tribe of Issachar.View full profile →
- Jahmai Tribe of IssacharIssachar leaderSon of Tola, an IssachariteView full profile →
- Ibsam Tribe of IssacharSon of TolaA descendant of Issachar.View full profile →
- Shemuel Tribe of IssacharIssachar leaderSon of Tola, a leader of IssacharView full profile →
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 2 verses
- 1 Chronicles 7:2
"The sons of Tola: Uzzi, Rephaiah, Jeriel, Jahmai, Ibsam, and Shemuel, the heads of their families. In the days of David, 22,600 descendants of Tola were numbered in their genealogies as mighty men of valor."
- 1 Chronicles 7:3
"The son of Uzzi: Izrahiah. The sons of Izrahiah: Michael, Obadiah, Joel, and Isshiah. All five of them were chiefs."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | עֻזִּי |