Azaliah Summary
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Azaliah was the father of Shaphan the scribe, who served during the reign of King Josiah of Judah (2Ki.22.3; 2Ch.34.8).
father of Shaphan (2KI 22:3)
Lineage: Meshullam › Azaliah
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near the Lord
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· Also called · H683 none · 2KI 22:3 y-h-v-h is keeping in reserve
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אֲצַלְיָהוּ
atsaləyahu · H683 · 2KI 22:3 y-h-v-h is keeping in reserve
- he אֲצַלְיָ֫הוּ · H0683
- el Εσελιου Eseliou · none · 2KI 22:3
- bg Асалия
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Azaliah Article
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Azaliah is mentioned in the Old Testament as the father of Shaphan the scribe. Shaphan played a significant role during the reign of King Josiah of Judah, who initiated religious reforms and the restoration of the temple in Jerusalem. In 2Ki 22:3 and 2Ch 34:8, Shaphan is introduced as "the son of Azaliah" when he is sent by King Josiah to oversee the repairs of the temple. As the father of a prominent scribe and official in the royal court, Azaliah was likely a respected figure himself. His son Shaphan's involvement in the discovery of the Book of the Law during the temple repairs was a pivotal moment in Josiah's reforms and the spiritual revival of Judah.
Sources: BibleData (CC BY 4.0, Azaliah_1) · STEPBible TIPNR (CC BY 4.0, Azaliah@2Ki.22.3-2Ch) · Theographic Bible Metadata (CC BY-SA 4.0, azaliah_367)