עׇזִּיאֵלִי (oz.zi.e.li)
oz.zi.e.li
Uzzielite
N:N--PGQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 2 verses
- Root
- —
- Part of speech
- N:N--PG
Word Overview
The term ozzieli identifies a member of the Uzzielite clan, a specific lineage within the tribe of Levi. It functions as an adjective or collective noun derived from the name Uzziel, meaning "my strength is God." This group traces its ancestry back to Uzziel, the son of Kohath and brother of Amram, placing them among the key families responsible for the care of the holy sanctuary during the wilderness wanderings.
Although this word appears only twice in the Hebrew Bible, primarily in Numbers and 1 Chronicles, it marks a distinct branch of Levitical service. The sources highlight that these descendants were assigned specific duties regarding the sacred objects. By naming them, the text preserves the identity of a family whose name itself declares theological confidence: their strength comes from God.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
The name Uzziel carries a simple but powerful meaning: "my strength is God." When we see this term attached to a family line in Scripture, it reminds us that true capability comes from our Creator. The Uzzielites were part of the Levitical tribe, entrusted with caring for the sacred items in the tabernacle. Their role was not about human power or status, but about faithful stewardship of what God had set apart.
For your daily life, this word invites a shift in perspective. Instead of relying solely on your own energy or intellect, you can acknowledge that your strength is rooted in God. Whether you are managing a household, working in a demanding job, or serving in your community, remembering that God is your source brings peace. It allows you to serve with confidence, knowing that the work you do for Him is sustained by His power, not just your own.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 2 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- to the/ Uzzielite[s]1×
- the/ Uzzielite[s]1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- לָֽ/עָזִּיאֵלִֽי\׃1×
- הָֽ/עָזִּיאֵלִ֑י1×
Key Verses
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Numbers 3:27
Of Kohath was the family of the Amramites, the family of the Izharites, the family of the Hebronites, and the family of the Uzzielites. These are the families of the Kohathites.
This verse establishes the Uzzielites as one of the four main families within the Kohathite clan, highlighting their specific place in the structured service of the tabernacle.