עֲזַזְיָ֫הוּ (a.zaz.ya.hu)
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Azaziah
N:N-M-PQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 3 verses
- Root
- —
- Part of speech
- N:N-M-P
Word Overview
The name Azaziah means "Jehovah is mighty." It appears only three times in Scripture, all within the Chronicles accounts. The sources identify these as distinct individuals from different eras of Israel’s history, rather than a single long-lived figure.
In First Chronicles 15:21, Azaziah serves as a Levite musician during King David’s reign. He plays the harp as the ark of the covenant moves from Obed-edom to Jerusalem, highlighting his role in worship. Another man with this name appears in Second Chronicles 31:13. Living under King Hezekiah, he oversees the distribution of tithes and offerings, showing a focus on temple administration.
A third Azaziah is mentioned in First Chronicles 27:20 as the father of Hoshea, a prince of Ephraim during David’s census. This usage connects the name to tribal leadership rather than priestly duties. The recurrence of this theophoric name underscores that divine strength was valued across various roles in ancient Israel.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
The name Azaziah carries the weight of divine strength, meaning "Jehovah is mighty." It appears in three distinct moments within the biblical narrative, each highlighting a different facet of faithful service. In one instance, Azaziah plays the harp during the joyful procession of the Ark to Jerusalem, joining others in leading worship with music that glorifies God’s presence among His people.
In another setting, this name belongs to an overseer under King Hezekiah, responsible for managing temple offerings and ensuring resources reached those serving in the house of God. This role reflects a quiet but vital dedication to order and provision within the community of faith.
A third reference identifies Azaziah as the father of Hoshea, a tribal leader during David’s time. Together, these accounts show that strength from the Lord is not limited to one type of calling—whether in music, administration, or leadership—and invites us to consider how God equips His people for every task He assigns.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 3 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- and/ Azaziah2×
- Azaziah1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- עֲזַזְיָ֑הוּ1×
- וַ֠/עֲזַזְיָהוּ1×
- וַ/עֲזַזְיָ֑הוּ1×
Key Verses
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I Chronicles 15:21
and Mattithiah, Eliphelehu, Mikneiah, Obed-Edom, Jeiel, and Azaziah, with harps tuned to the eight-stringed lyre, to lead.
This verse highlights Azaziah’s role as a Levite musician, showing that worship involves active participation and musical skill offered to God.
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II Chronicles 31:13
Jehiel, Azaziah, Nahath, Asahel, Jerimoth, Jozabad, Eliel, Ismachiah, Mahath, and Benaiah were overseers under the hand of Conaniah and Shimei his brother, by the appointment of Hezekiah the king and Azariah the ruler of God’s house.
Here Azaziah serves as an overseer of temple resources, demonstrating that faithful stewardship supports the spiritual life of the community.
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I Chronicles 27:20
of the children of Ephraim, Hoshea the son of Azaziah; of the half-tribe of Manasseh, Joel the son of Pedaiah;
This mention identifies Azaziah as a father of a tribal prince, linking his name to leadership and governance within Israel’s tribes.