Uzziעֻזִּי
Son of Bela, grandson of Benjamin
Who is Uzzi in the Bible?
Uzzi was a grandson of Benjamin and son of Bela, mentioned in the genealogical records of 1 Chronicles 7:7. He was one of several brothers, including Ezbon, Uzziel, Jerimoth, and Iri, who served as heads of their families within the tribe of Benjamin. These men were noted as mighty warriors who contributed to the military strength of the Benjamites during Israel's early tribal period. Though briefly mentioned in genealogical lists, Uzzi represents the lineage and fighting capacity of one of Israel's twelve tribes.
Biography
Uzzi was a descendant of Benjamin, one of the twelve tribes of Israel. He was the son of Bela, who was one of Benjamin's sons. Uzzi is mentioned in the genealogy of the tribe of Benjamin, along with his brothers Ezbon, Uzzi, Uzziel, Jerimoth, and Iri. They were all described as heads of their families and mighty warriors. This Uzzi was part of the fighting strength of the Benjamites.
Family
Siblings
- ArdTribe of BenjaminSon of BelaGrandson of Benjamin, son of BelaView full profile →
- NaamanTribe of BenjaminSon of EhudA descendant of Benjamin, son of Ehud.View full profile →
- EzbonTribe of BenjaminBenjamin warriorSon of Bela, grandson of Benjamin.View full profile →
- UzzielTribe of LeviSon of HemanLevite musician in the time of DavidView full profile →
- JerimothMaleDavid's warriorOne of David's warriors from the tribe of Benjamin.View full profile →
- IriTribe of BenjaminSon of BelaSon of Bela, grandson of Benjamin.View full profile →
- AddarTribe of BenjaminSon of BelaSon of Bela, a BenjaminiteView full profile →
- GeraTribe of BenjaminSon of BelaSon of Bela, grandson of Benjamin.View full profile →
- AbihudTribe of BenjaminSaul's familySon of Bela, a BenjaminiteView full profile →
- AbishuaTribe of BenjaminSon of BelaDescendant of Benjamin, son of BelaView full profile →
- AhoahTribe of BenjaminDavid's warriorDescendant of Benjamin, clan of David's mighty menView full profile →
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 7:7
"The sons of Bela: Ezbon, Uzzi, Uzziel, Jerimoth, and Iri, heads of their families—five in all. There were 22,034 mighty men of valor listed in their genealogies."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | עֻזִּי |