Azaziah is a biblical figure mentioned in the Old Testament, specifically within the context of the Levitical and musical arrangements during the reigns of King David and King Hezekiah. The name Azaziah means "Yahweh is strong" or "Yahweh is mighty," reflecting the theocentric nature of Hebrew names and their emphasis on God's attributes.

1. Azaziah, the Levite Musician: Azaziah is first mentioned in 1 Chronicles 15:21 as one of the Levites appointed by King David to play musical instruments during the transportation of the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem. The verse states, "And Mattithiah, Eliphelehu, Mikneiah, Obed-edom, Jeiel, and Azaziah were to lead with lyres according to the Sheminith." This passage highlights the importance of music in worship and the role of the Levites in leading the congregation in praise.

2. Azaziah, the Father of Hoshea: Another mention of Azaziah is found in 1 Chronicles 27:20, where he is identified as the father of Hoshea, a leader of the tribe of Ephraim during King David's reign. The verse reads, "Over the Ephraimites was Hoshea son of Azaziah." This reference places Azaziah within the tribal leadership structure, indicating his family's prominence and involvement in the governance of Israel.

3. Azaziah, the Overseer of Offerings: In the time of King Hezekiah, Azaziah is mentioned in 2 Chronicles 31:13 as one of the overseers of the contributions, tithes, and dedicated things in the temple. The verse states, "Jehiel, Azaziah, Nahath, Asahel, Jerimoth, Jozabad, Eliel, Ismachiah, Mahath, and Benaiah were supervisors under the authority of Conaniah and his brother Shimei by the appointment of King Hezekiah and Azariah the official in charge of the house of God." This role underscores the administrative and spiritual responsibilities entrusted to the Levites in maintaining the temple's operations and ensuring the proper use of offerings.

Azaziah's appearances in the biblical narrative, though brief, illustrate the multifaceted roles of the Levites in Israel's religious and civic life. His involvement in music, leadership, and temple administration reflects the broader Levitical commitment to serving God and the community in various capacities.Azaziah

strength of the Lord

Azaziah

(whom the Lord strengthens)

1. A Levite musician in the reign of David, appointed to play the harp in the service which attended the procession by which the ark was brought up from the house of Obed-edom. (1 Chronicles 15:21) (B.C. 1048.)
2. The father of Hoshea, prince of the tribe of Ephraim when David numbered the people. (1 Chronicles 27:20)
3. One of the Levites in the reign of Hezekiah, who had charge of the tithes, and dedicated things in the temple. (2 Chronicles 31:13)

Whom Jehovah strengthened.

(1.) One of the Levitical harpers in the temple (1 Chronicles 15:21).

(2.) The father of Hoshea, who was made ruler over the Ephraimites (1 Chronicles 27:20).

(3.) One who had charge of the temple offerings (2 Chronicles 31:13).

AZAZIAH

az-a-zi'-a (`azazyahu, "Yahweh is strong," or "strengthens"):

(1) A Levite musician who participated in the services held on the return of the ark to Jerusalem (1 Chronicles 15:21). His name is omitted from the list in 1 Chronicles 15:18.

(2) Father of Hoshea, who was the leader of Ephraim at the time that David enumerated the people (1 Chronicles 27:20).

(3) A Levite who had charge of the offerings brought to the temple in the days of Hezekiah (2 Chronicles 31:13).

5812. Azazyahu -- "Yah is mighty," three Israelites
... "Yah is mighty," three Israelites. Transliteration: Azazyahu Phonetic Spelling:
(az-az-yaw'-hoo) Short Definition: Azaziah. ... NASB Word Usage Azaziah (3). Azaziah. ...
/hebrew/5812.htm - 6kAzaziah (3 Occurrences)
... 31:13). Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. AZAZIAH. az-a-zi ... 31:13). Multi-Version
Concordance Azaziah (3 Occurrences). 1 Chronicles 15 ...
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Azazi'ah (3 Occurrences)
Azazi'ah. Azaziah, Azazi'ah. Azbasareth . Multi-Version Concordance
Azazi'ah (3 Occurrences). 1 Chronicles 15:21 and Mattithiah, and ...
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Nahath (5 Occurrences)
... 2 Chronicles 31:13 Jehiel, and Azaziah, and Nahath, and Asahel, and Jerimoth, and
Jozabad, and Eliel, and Ismachiah, and Mahath, and Benaiah, were overseers ...
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Oversee (7 Occurrences)
... (KJV WBS). 1 Chronicles 15:21 and Mattithiah, and Elipheleh, and Mikneiah, and
Obed-Edom, and Jeiel, and Azaziah, with harps, on the octave, to oversee. (YLT). ...
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Octave (3 Occurrences)
... 1 Chronicles 15:21 And Mattithiah and Eliphelehu and Mikneiah and Obed-edom and
Jeiel and Azaziah, with corded instruments on the octave, to give the first ...
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O'bed-e'dom (14 Occurrences)
... 1 Chronicles 15:21 and Mattithiah, and Eliphelehu, and Mikneiah, and Obed-Edom,
and Jeiel, and Azaziah, with harps tuned to the eight-stringed lyre, to lead. ...
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Jerimoth (10 Occurrences)
... 2 Chronicles 31:13 Jehiel, and Azaziah, and Nahath, and Asahel, and Jerimoth, and
Jozabad, and Eliel, and Ismachiah, and Mahath, and Benaiah, were overseers ...
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Jehi'el (12 Occurrences)
... 2 Chronicles 31:13 And Jehiel, and Azaziah, and Nahath, and Asahel, and Jerimoth,
and Jozabad, and Eliel, and Ismachiah, and Mahath, and Benaiah, were ...
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Je-i'el (11 Occurrences)
... 1 Chronicles 15:21 and Mattithiah, and Eliphelehu, and Mikneiah, and Obed-Edom,
and Jeiel, and Azaziah, with harps tuned to the eight-stringed lyre, to lead. ...
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Jozabad (10 Occurrences)
... 2 Chronicles 31:13 Jehiel, and Azaziah, and Nahath, and Asahel, and Jerimoth, and
Jozabad, and Eliel, and Ismachiah, and Mahath, and Benaiah, were overseers ...
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