Uzzi is a name found in the Old Testament, associated with several individuals from different tribes of Israel. The name Uzzi means "my strength" or "Jehovah is my strength," reflecting a common theme in Hebrew names that emphasize reliance on God.

1. Uzzi, the Son of Bukki: Uzzi is first mentioned as a descendant of Aaron, the brother of Moses, and a member of the priestly line. He is the son of Bukki and the father of Zerahiah. This lineage is significant as it traces the high priestly line from Aaron through Eleazar, Phinehas, and onward. In 1 Chronicles 6:5, we read, "Bukki was the father of Uzzi, Uzzi was the father of Zerahiah." This genealogy underscores the continuity of the priestly office and the importance of maintaining the purity of the priestly line.

2. Uzzi, the Benjamite Leader: Another Uzzi is mentioned as a leader of the tribe of Benjamin. In 1 Chronicles 7:7, Uzzi is listed among the sons of Bela, a son of Benjamin: "The sons of Bela: Ezbon, Uzzi, Uzziel, Jerimoth, and Iri, five in all. They were heads of their families, mighty warriors, and their genealogies were recorded." This Uzzi is noted for his leadership and warrior status, highlighting the martial prowess and organizational structure within the tribe of Benjamin.

3. Uzzi, the Levite Overseer: In the post-exilic period, another Uzzi is identified as a Levite who played a significant role in the restoration of Jerusalem. Nehemiah 11:22 states, "The chief officer of the Levites in Jerusalem was Uzzi son of Bani, the son of Hashabiah, the son of Mattaniah, the son of Mica, from the descendants of Asaph, the singers responsible for the service of the house of God." This Uzzi was responsible for overseeing the singers, a crucial role in the worship and liturgical life of the restored temple. His position underscores the importance of music and worship in the spiritual renewal of the community.

4. Uzzi, the Priest in Nehemiah's Time: Another mention of Uzzi occurs in Nehemiah 12:19, where he is listed among the priests during the time of Joiakim: "Of the family of Jeshua: Jedaiah; of the family of Sallu: Amok; of the family of Hilkiah: Uzzi; of the family of Meraioth: Helkai." This reference places Uzzi within the context of the priestly families serving during the rebuilding of Jerusalem's walls and the reestablishment of religious practices.

The various individuals named Uzzi in the Bible reflect the diverse roles and responsibilities within the Israelite community, from priestly duties to tribal leadership and the restoration of worship practices. Each mention of Uzzi contributes to the broader narrative of Israel's history and the centrality of faith and leadership in the life of God's people.Uzzi

my strength; my kid

Uzzi

(strong).

1. Son of Bukki and father of Zerahiah, in the line of the high priests. (1 Chronicles 6:5,61; Ezra 7:4) Though Uzzi was the lineal ancestor of Zadok, it does not appear that he was ever high priest. He must have been contemporary with, but rather earlier than, Eli. (B.C. before 1161.)
2. Son of Tola the son of Issachar. (1 Chronicles 7:2,3) (B.C. 1706.)
3. Son of Bela, of the tribe of Benjamin. (1 Chronicles 7:7) (B.C. 1706.)
4. Another, or the same, from whom descended some Benjamite houses, which were settled at Jerusalem after the return from captivity. (1 Chronicles 9:8)
5. A Levite, son of Bani and overseer of the Levites dwelling at Jerusalem, in the time of Nehemiah. (Nehemiah 11:22)
6. A priest, chief of the father's house of Jedaiah, in the time of Joiakim the high priest. (Nehemiah 12:19) (B.C. about 500.)
7. One of the priests who assisted Ezra in the dedication of the wall of Jerusalem. (Nehemiah 12:42) Perhaps the same as the preceding. (B.C. 446.)

The Lord is my strength.

(1.) The son of Bukki, and a descendant of Aaron (1 Chronicles 6:5, 51; Ezra 7:4).

(2.) A grandson of Issachar (1 Chronicles 7:2, 3).

(3.) A son of Bela, and grandson of Benjamin (1 Chronicles 7:7).

(4.) A Benjamite, a chief in the tribe (1 Chronicles 9:8).

(5.) A son of Bani. He had the oversight of the Levites after the return from captivity (Nehemiah 11:22).

(6.) The head of the house of Jedaiah, one of "the chief of the priests" (Nehemiah 12:19).

(7.) A priest who assisted in the dedication of the walls of Jerusalem (Nehemiah 12:42).

UZZI

uz'-i ('uzzi, perhaps "my strength"):

(1) A descendant of Aaron and high priest, unknown apart from these sources (1 Chronicles 6:5, 6, 51 (Hebrew 5:31, 32; 6:36); Ezra 7:4).

(2) An eponym of a family of Issachar (1 Chronicles 7:2, 3).

(3) Head of a Benjamite family (1 Chronicles 7:7), or more probably of a Zebulunite family (see Curtis, Chron., 145-49).

(4) Father of Elah, a Benjamite (1 Chronicles 9:8), perhaps the same as (5).

(5) A son of Bani and overseer of the Levitea in Jerusalem (Nehemiah 11:22).

(6) Head of the priestly family of Jedaiah (Nehemiah 12:19, 42).

David Francis Roberts

5813. Uzzi -- "forceful," the name of several Israelites
... Uzzi. 5814 . "forceful," the name of several Israelites. Transliteration: Uzzi
Phonetic Spelling: (ooz-zee') Short Definition: Uzzi. ... NASB Word Usage Uzzi (11). ...
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Book 18 Footnotes
... have a tradition among them, related here by Dr. Hudson, from Reland, who was very
skillful in Jewish and Samaritan learning, that in the days of Uzzi or Ozis ...
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Uzzi (11 Occurrences)
... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. UZZI. uz'-i ('uzzi... 42). David Francis Roberts.
Multi-Version Concordance Uzzi (11 Occurrences). 1 Chronicles ...
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Uzzi'a (1 Occurrence)
Uzzi'a. Uzzia, Uzzi'a. Uzziah . Multi-Version Concordance Uzzi'a
(1 Occurrence). 1 Chronicles 11:44 Uzzia the Ashterathite ...
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Uzzi'ah (26 Occurrences)
Uzzi'ah. Uzziah, Uzzi'ah. Uzziah's . Multi-Version Concordance
Uzzi'ah (26 Occurrences). Matthew 1:8 and Asa begat Jehoshaphat ...
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Zerahiah (4 Occurrences)
... 1 Chronicles 6:6 and Uzzi became the father of Zerahiah, and Zerahiah became the
father of Meraioth, (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS NIV). ...
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Zerahi'ah (4 Occurrences)
... 1 Chronicles 6:6 and Uzzi begot Zerahiah, and Zerahiah begot Meraioth; (See RSV).
1 Chronicles 6:51 Bukki his son, Uzzi his son, Zerahiah his son; (See RSV). ...
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Uzziel (17 Occurrences)
... u-zi'-el, uz'-i-el, oo'-zi-el (`uzzi'el, "El (God) is my strength"): (1) A "son"
of Kohath (Exodus 6:18, 22 Leviticus 10:4 Numbers 3:19, 30 1 Chronicles 6:2 ...
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Bukki (4 Occurrences)
... 1 Chronicles 6:5 and Abishua became the father of Bukki, and Bukki became the
father of Uzzi, (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV). ...
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Jizrahiah (2 Occurrences)
... 1 Chronicles 7:3 And the sons of Uzzi: Jizrahiah; and the sons of Jizrahiah: Michael,
and Obadiah, and Joel, and Jishijah, five; all of them chief men. (DBY). ...
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Izrahiah (1 Occurrence)
... iz-ra-hi'-a (yizrachyah, "Yah appears, or shines"): (1) A descendant of Issachar,
grandson of Tola, only son of Uzzi (1 Chronicles 7:3). (2) The leader of the ...
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Twenty-two (26 Occurrences)
... 1 Chronicles 7:2 The sons of Tola: Uzzi, and Rephaiah, and Jeriel, and Jahmai, and
Ibsam, and Shemuel, heads of their fathers' houses, to wit, of Tola; mighty ...
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