Ἀχάζ (Achaz)
Achaz
Ahaz
Quick Reference
- Language
- Koine Greek
- Testament
- New Testament
- Occurrences
- 1 verses
- Root
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Word Overview
The name Achaz appears only once in the New Testament, recorded as an ancestor in the genealogy of Jesus found in Matthew 1:9. It is the Greek rendering of the Hebrew name Ahaz, which means "possessor" or "one who holds fast." In this context, it identifies the eleventh king of Judah, the son of Jotham and the father of Hezekiah.
While the New Testament text simply lists him as a link in the royal line leading to Christ, the historical figure was known for his unfaithful reign. The inclusion of his name in Matthew’s Gospel highlights how God’s redemptive plan continues through ordinary, and sometimes flawed, human history without interruption.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
The name Achaz appears in Matthew’s genealogy as a link between Jotham and Hezekiah. Historically, King Ahaz was known for turning away from God, yet his place in this list shows that Jesus’ lineage includes flawed individuals. This reminds us that God’s plan is not blocked by human failure or sin.
When you read this name, it offers comfort. It suggests that your own mistakes do not disqualify you from being part of God’s story. The Messiah comes through a line of ordinary people, showing that grace covers our imperfections. You are included in this same redemptive history.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 1 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- Ahaz;1×
- Ahaz1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- Ἀχάζ·1×
- Ἀχὰζ1×
Key Verses
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Matthew 1:9
Uzziah became the father of Jotham. Jotham became the father of Ahaz. Ahaz became the father of Hezekiah.
This verse places Achaz as the father of Hezekiah, highlighting how God’s line continued through a king known for unfaithfulness to produce a righteous successor.