Uzziah עֻזִּיָּהוּ
Judahite who resettled in Jerusalem after the exile
Who is Uzziah in the Bible?
Uzziah was a descendant of Judah through Perez who resettled in Jerusalem following the Babylonian exile, as recorded in Nehemiah 11:4. He is identified as a valiant warrior, suggesting he possessed both strength and military skill during a critical period of Jewish restoration. Uzziah was among the first Judahites to return to Jerusalem and played a role in rebuilding the city and reestablishing its community after the captivity. His inclusion in the list of resettlers highlights the important contributions of brave individuals who helped restore Judah's presence in its homeland and demonstrated commitment to the renewal of their nation and faith.
Biography
Uzziah was a descendant of Perez, son of Judah. He is mentioned in the list of people who resettled in Jerusalem after returning from the Babylonian captivity. Uzziah is described as a valiant warrior, indicating he was a man of strength and skill. He was among the first Judahites to resettle in Jerusalem and help rebuild the city and its community after the exile.
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In Scripture
1 biblical book ; 1 with study contentNehemiah 1 verse
- Nehemiah 11:4
"while some of the descendants of Judah and Benjamin settled in Jerusalem.) From the descendants of Judah: Athaiah son of Uzziah, the son of Zechariah, the son of Amariah, the son of Shephatiah, the son of Mahalalel, a descendant of Perez;"
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Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | עֻזִּיָּהוּ | Uzzijah , the name of five Israelites |