Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Azariah the father of Seraiah, and Seraiah the father of Jozadak. New Living Translation Azariah was the father of Seraiah. Seraiah was the father of Jehozadak, English Standard Version Azariah fathered Seraiah, Seraiah fathered Jehozadak; Berean Standard Bible Azariah was the father of Seraiah, and Seraiah was the father of Jehozadak. King James Bible And Azariah begat Seraiah, and Seraiah begat Jehozadak, New King James Version Azariah begot Seraiah, and Seraiah begot Jehozadak. New American Standard Bible Azariah fathered Seraiah, and Seraiah fathered Jehozadak; NASB 1995 and Azariah became the father of Seraiah, and Seraiah became the father of Jehozadak; NASB 1977 and Azariah became the father of Seraiah, and Seraiah became the father of Jehozadak; Legacy Standard Bible and Azariah became the father of Seraiah, and Seraiah became the father of Jehozadak; Amplified Bible and Azariah became the father of Seraiah, and Seraiah became the father of Jehozadak; Christian Standard Bible Azariah fathered Seraiah; and Seraiah fathered Jehozadak. Holman Christian Standard Bible Azariah fathered Seraiah; and Seraiah fathered Jehozadak. American Standard Version and Azariah begat Seraiah, and Seraiah begat Jehozadak; English Revised Version and Azariah begat Seraiah, and Seraiah begat Jehozadak; GOD'S WORD® Translation Azariah was the father of Seraiah. Seraiah was the father of Jehozadak. Good News Translation Seraiah, Jehozadak. International Standard Version Azariah fathered Seraiah, and Seraiah fathered Jehozadak. Majority Standard Bible Azariah was the father of Seraiah, and Seraiah was the father of Jehozadak. NET Bible Azariah was the father of Seraiah, and Seraiah was the father of Jehozadak. New Heart English Bible and Azariah became the father of Seraiah, and Seraiah became the father of Jehozadak; Webster's Bible Translation And Azariah begat Seraiah, and Seraiah begat Jehozadak, World English Bible Azariah became the father of Seraiah. Seraiah became the father of Jehozadak. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand Azariah begot Seraiah, and Seraiah begot Jehozadak; Young's Literal Translation and Azariah begat Seraiah, and Seraiah begat Jehozadak; Smith's Literal Translation And Azariah begat Seraiah, and Seraiah begat Jehozadek, Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAzarias beget Saraias, and Saraias beget Josedec. Catholic Public Domain Version Azariah conceived Seraiah, and Seraiah conceived Jehozadak. New American Bible Azariah became the father of Seraiah. Seraiah became the father of Jehozadak. New Revised Standard Version Azariah of Seraiah, Seraiah of Jehozadak; Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd Azariah begat Seraiah, and Seraiah begat Zadok, Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And Azaryah begot Serayah, and Serayah begot Tsaduq. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917and Azariah begot Seraiah, and Seraiah begot Jehozadak; Brenton Septuagint Translation and Azarias begot Saraia, and Saraias begot Josadac. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Descendants of Levi…13Shallum was the father of Hilkiah, Hilkiah was the father of Azariah, 14Azariah was the father of Seraiah, and Seraiah was the father of Jehozadak. 15Jehozadak went into captivity when the LORD sent Judah and Jerusalem into exile by the hand of Nebuchadnezzar.… Cross References Ezra 7:1-5 Many years later, during the reign of Artaxerxes king of Persia, Ezra son of Seraiah, the son of Azariah, the son of Hilkiah, / the son of Shallum, the son of Zadok, the son of Ahitub, / the son of Amariah, the son of Azariah, the son of Meraioth, ... Nehemiah 12:26 They served in the days of Joiakim son of Jeshua, the son of Jozadak, and in the days of Nehemiah the governor and Ezra the priest and scribe. Nehemiah 12:1 Now these are the priests and Levites who went up with Zerubbabel son of Shealtiel and with Jeshua: Seraiah, Jeremiah, Ezra, Nehemiah 12:12 In the days of Joiakim, these were the heads of the priestly families: of the family of Seraiah, Meraiah; of Jeremiah, Hananiah; Nehemiah 12:22 In the days of Eliashib, Joiada, Johanan, and Jaddua, during the reign of Darius the Persian, the heads of the families of the Levites and priests were recorded. Nehemiah 12:47 So in the days of Zerubbabel and Nehemiah, all Israel contributed the daily portions for the singers and gatekeepers. They also set aside daily portions for the Levites, and the Levites set aside daily portions for the descendants of Aaron. Nehemiah 12:8-9 The Levites were Jeshua, Binnui, Kadmiel, Sherebiah, Judah, and Mattaniah, who, with his associates, led the songs of thanksgiving. / Bakbukiah and Unni, their associates, stood across from them in the services. Nehemiah 12:10-11 Jeshua was the father of Joiakim, Joiakim was the father of Eliashib, Eliashib was the father of Joiada, / Joiada was the father of Jonathan, and Jonathan was the father of Jaddua. Nehemiah 12:24 The leaders of the Levites were Hashabiah, Sherebiah, and Jeshua son of Kadmiel, along with their associates, who stood across from them to give praise and thanksgiving as one section alternated with the other, as prescribed by David the man of God. Nehemiah 12:45-46 They performed the service of their God and the service of purification, along with the singers and gatekeepers, as David and his son Solomon had prescribed. / For long ago, in the days of David and Asaph, there were directors for the singers and for the songs of praise and thanksgiving to God. Nehemiah 12:27-30 At the dedication of the wall of Jerusalem, the Levites were sought out from all their homes and brought to Jerusalem to celebrate the joyous dedication with thanksgiving and singing, accompanied by cymbals, harps, and lyres. / The singers were also assembled from the region around Jerusalem, from the villages of the Netophathites, / from Beth-gilgal, and from the fields of Geba and Azmaveth, for they had built villages for themselves around Jerusalem. ... Nehemiah 12:31-43 Then I brought the leaders of Judah up on the wall, and I appointed two great thanksgiving choirs. One was to proceed along the top of the wall to the right, toward the Dung Gate. / Hoshaiah and half the leaders of Judah followed, / along with Azariah, Ezra, Meshullam, ... Nehemiah 12:44 And on that same day men were appointed over the rooms that housed the supplies, contributions, firstfruits, and tithes. The portions specified by the Law for the priests and Levites were gathered into these storerooms from the fields of the villages, because Judah rejoiced over the priests and Levites who were serving. Nehemiah 12:25 Mattaniah, Bakbukiah, Obadiah, Meshullam, Talmon, and Akkub were gatekeepers who guarded the storerooms at the gates. Nehemiah 12:23 As for the descendants of Levi, the family heads up to the days of Johanan son of Eliashib were recorded in the Book of the Chronicles. Treasury of Scripture And Azariah begat Seraiah, and Seraiah begat Jehozadak, A. 2 Kings 25:18 And the captain of the guard took Seraiah the chief priest, and Zephaniah the second priest, and the three keepers of the door: Ezra 7:1 Now after these things, in the reign of Artaxerxes king of Persia, Ezra the son of Seraiah, the son of Azariah, the son of Hilkiah, Nehemiah 11:11 Seraiah the son of Hilkiah, the son of Meshullam, the son of Zadok, the son of Meraioth, the son of Ahitub, was the ruler of the house of God. Jump to Previous Azariah Azari'ah Begat Begot Jehozadak Jehoz'adak Seraiah Serai'ahJump to Next Azariah Azari'ah Begat Begot Jehozadak Jehoz'adak Seraiah Serai'ah1 Chronicles 6 1. The sons of Levi.4. The line of Eleazar unto the captivity. 16. The families of Gershom, Kohath, and Merari. 49. The office of Aaron, and his line unto Ahimaaz. 54. The cities of the priests and Levites. Azariah was the father of Seraiah Azariah is a name that appears multiple times in the Old Testament, often associated with priestly or royal lineage. In this context, Azariah is part of the Levitical genealogy, tracing the priestly line. The name Azariah means "Yahweh has helped," reflecting a common theme in Hebrew names that emphasize God's assistance and presence. This lineage is significant as it establishes the continuity of the priestly line, which is crucial for maintaining the religious and cultural identity of Israel. The priesthood played a central role in the spiritual life of the nation, responsible for temple worship and the teaching of the Law. Seraiah was the father of Jehozadak Jehozadak Persons / Places / Events 1. AzariahA priestly figure in the lineage of Levi, Azariah is part of the genealogy that traces the priestly line. His name means "Yahweh has helped" in Hebrew, indicating a divine favor or assistance. 2. Seraiah The son of Azariah, Seraiah served as a high priest. His name means "Yahweh is ruler," reflecting a recognition of God's sovereignty. 3. Jehozadak The son of Seraiah, Jehozadak was taken into exile during the Babylonian captivity. His name means "Yahweh is righteous," which underscores the theme of God's justice even in times of judgment. 4. Babylonian Exile This event marks a significant period in Jewish history when many Israelites, including Jehozadak, were taken captive to Babylon. It was a time of both judgment and hope for future restoration. Teaching Points The Importance of Lineage in God's PlanThe genealogies in the Bible, such as the one in 1 Chronicles 6, remind us of God's faithfulness across generations. They show how God uses families and lineages to fulfill His purposes. God's Sovereignty in Times of Judgment The names and events associated with Azariah, Seraiah, and Jehozadak remind us that God remains sovereign and just, even when His people face judgment and exile. Hope and Restoration Despite the exile, the continuation of the priestly line through Jehozadak and his descendants points to God's promise of restoration and hope for His people. Faithfulness in Adversity The lives of these priests encourage us to remain faithful to God, even in difficult circumstances, trusting in His ultimate plan for redemption.Verse 14. - Azariah. The third occurrence of this name in this list. This person is found again in Ezra 2:l, but is wanting in Nehemiah 11:11. Seraiah; found also in Nehemiah 11:11, in a list which omits the preceding Azariah, and in Ezra 7:1. The end of his high priesthood and of himself is recorded with that of Zephaniah (2 Kings 25:18, 21), and (not the Seraiah, "the quiet prince," of Jeremiah 51:59-64) he is also spoken of in Jeremiah 52:24-27. He was high priest in the time of Zedekiah. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Azariahוַעֲזַרְיָה֙ (wa·‘ă·zar·yāh) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 5838: Azariah -- 'Yah has helped', the name of a number of Israelites was the father of הוֹלִ֣יד (hō·w·lîḏ) Verb - Hifil - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 3205: To bear young, to beget, medically, to act as midwife, to show lineage Seraiah, שְׂרָיָ֔ה (śə·rā·yāh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 8304: Seraiah -- 'Yah persists', the name of a number of Israelites and Seraiah וּשְׂרָיָ֖ה (ū·śə·rā·yāh) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 8304: Seraiah -- 'Yah persists', the name of a number of Israelites was the father of הוֹלִ֥יד (hō·w·lîḏ) Verb - Hifil - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 3205: To bear young, to beget, medically, to act as midwife, to show lineage Jehozadak. יְהוֹצָדָֽק׃ (yə·hō·w·ṣā·ḏāq) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3087: Jehozadak -- 'the LORD is righteous', father of Joshua the high priest Links 1 Chronicles 6:14 NIV1 Chronicles 6:14 NLT 1 Chronicles 6:14 ESV 1 Chronicles 6:14 NASB 1 Chronicles 6:14 KJV 1 Chronicles 6:14 BibleApps.com 1 Chronicles 6:14 Biblia Paralela 1 Chronicles 6:14 Chinese Bible 1 Chronicles 6:14 French Bible 1 Chronicles 6:14 Catholic Bible OT History: 1 Chronicles 6:14 And Azariah became the father of Seraiah (1 Chron. 1Ch iCh i Ch 1 chr 1chr) |