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Jaaziah
N:N-M-PQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 2 verses
- Root
- —
- Part of speech
- N:N-M-P
Word Overview
Jaaziah is a proper name found in the Hebrew Bible, occurring only twice in Scripture, primarily within the genealogies of I Chronicles 24:26. The name belongs to a Levite from the line of Merari, one of the three main clans of Levi. He appears as the son of Merari and the brother of Mahli and Mushi, positioning him within the priestly families responsible for temple duties.
The meaning of the name is "made bold by Jehovah" or "Yahweh strengthens." This construction is common in Hebrew names that invoke divine support, such as Isaiah or Jeremiah. In this context, it likely reflects a family tradition of trusting God’s provision during their service in the tabernacle and later the temple.
Though Jaaziah himself does not perform any recorded actions in the narrative, his inclusion in the genealogy underscores the importance of lineage in maintaining the Levitical order. The Chronicler lists him as the father of Beno, Shoham, Zaccur, and Ibri, ensuring that his descendants are accounted for in the restoration of worship after the exile.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
Names in Scripture often carry a quiet weight, reminding us that God knows each person by name. Jaaziah, whose name means "made bold by Jehovah," appears in the genealogies of Chronicles as part of the Levitical line of Merari. Though he does not perform any recorded actions in the narrative, his inclusion highlights the importance of lineage and faithful service within the community of Israel.
For believers today, this passage offers a gentle encouragement: God values every member of His people, whether their role is prominent or behind the scenes. The Chronicler’s careful recording of Jaaziah’s descendants underscores that faithfulness in one’s assigned place matters deeply to God. It is a reminder that our identity is rooted in who we are in Him, not merely in what we do.
As you reflect on your own place in God’s family, consider the peace that comes from knowing you are known and valued by Him. Whether serving openly or quietly, your life contributes to the larger story of God’s redemptive work. May this truth bring comfort and confidence as you walk in faith.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 2 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- of/ Jaaziah1×
- Jaaziah1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- לְ/יַֽעֲזִיָּ֣הֽוּ1×
- יַעֲזִיָּ֥הֽוּ1×
Key Verses
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I Chronicles 24:26
The sons of Merari: Mahli and Mushi. The son of Jaaziah: Beno.
This verse establishes Jaaziah as the son of Merari and father of Beno, anchoring his place within the Levitical clan structure.
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I Chronicles 24:27
The sons of Merari by Jaaziah: Beno, Shoham, Zaccur, and Ibri.
Here, Jaaziah is explicitly named as the father of four sons, confirming the continuation of the Merari line through him.