Leader of the half-tribe of Manasseh under David
Azaziah
Named in 1 verse of 1 Chronicles, first in 1 Chronicles 27:20.
עֲזַזְיָ֫הוּAzaziah
The name means “strength of the Lord.” Hitchcock's Bible Names, 1869
- Children
- Hoshea
About Azaziah Written by AI
Azaziah is mentioned in 1 Chronicles 27:20 as the leader of the half-tribe of Manasseh during the reign of King David. The chapter lists the leaders of each tribe who were responsible for overseeing their respective tribes in various administrative and military matters. Azaziah's position as the leader of the half-tribe of Manasseh suggests that he was a prominent figure within his tribe and had the trust of King David. The half-tribe of Manasseh settled on the east side of the Jordan River and played a significant role in the defense of Israel's borders. As the leader, Azaziah would have been responsible for organizing and commanding the warriors of his tribe, as well as representing their interests before the king.
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Easton's Bible Dictionary, 1897
This entry is on the name Azaziah, and may cover more than one person or place by that name.
Whom Jehovah strengthened. (1.) One of the Levitical harpers in the temple (1 Chr. 15:21).
(2.) The father of Hoshea, who was made ruler over the Ephraimites (1 Chr. 27:20).
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(3.) One who had charge of the temple offerings (2 Chr. 31:13).
M. G. Easton, Illustrated Bible Dictionary, third edition (1897), public domain, from CrossWire. Shown as written; its Scripture quotes are from older translations.
Where the Bible names him
- 1 Chronicles 27:20
over the Ephraimites was Hoshea son of Azaziah; over one of the half-tribes of Manasseh was Joel son of Pedaiah;
From STEPBible's TIPNR, Tyndale House Cambridge (CC BY 4.0): names, family, references and the AI written article. Verse text is the BSB.