עֲמַסְיָה (a.mas.yah)
a.mas.yah
Amasiah
N:N-M-PQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 1 verses
- Root
- —
- Part of speech
- N:N-M-P
Word Overview
The name Amasiah appears only once in the Hebrew Bible, recorded in 2 Chronicles 17:16. It identifies a specific military leader during the reign of King Jehoshaphat, serving as captain over a force of two hundred thousand warriors from Judah.
Linguistically, the name combines elements meaning "Yahweh is strength." This reflects a common theological pattern in ancient Israel, where personal names served as brief declarations of faith. By bearing this title, Amasiah’s identity was rooted in divine power rather than human capability alone.
His inclusion in the biblical text highlights the organizational structure of Judah’s army under Jehoshaphat. As a commander of such a large contingent, he represents the administrative and military readiness attributed to that period of kingship, linking individual service to the broader stability of the nation.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
The name Amasiah carries a quiet but powerful declaration: "Yahweh is strength." In a world that often measures worth by visible power or personal achievement, this brief title reminds us that true capability comes from God. When we face challenges that seem too large for our own resources, remembering that the Lord is our strength offers a steady anchor.
In the biblical record, Amasiah served as a captain under King Jehoshaphat, leading a vast force of two hundred thousand warriors. His story shows how individual faithfulness contributes to the broader stability of the community. We are reminded that our personal devotion and service matter within the larger body of believers.
May you find comfort in knowing that your strength is not measured by what you can do alone, but by the God who sustains you. Let this truth encourage you to serve with confidence, trusting in divine power rather than human ability.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 1 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- Amasiah1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- עֲמַסְיָ֣ה1×
Key Verses
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II Chronicles 17:16
and next to him Amasiah the son of Zichri, who willingly offered himself to Yahweh, and with him two hundred thousand mighty men of valor.
This verse highlights Amasiah's voluntary dedication to the Lord, showing that military service was viewed as an act of willing offering rather than mere duty.