Azariah Summary
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Azariah was a priest who participated in the dedication of Jerusalem's wall during Nehemiah's time (Neh.7.7; 10:2; 12:33).
returned to Judah after the Babylonian captivity (EZR 2:2, NEH 7:7) [called Azariah in NEH 7:7]
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Azariah
he that hears the Lord
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Seraiah
prince of the Lord
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Seraiah
· Also called · H8304 none · EZR 2:2 y-h-v-h persists; y-h-v-h is prince; y-h-v-h contends
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Azariah
· Also called · H5838 none · NEH 7:7 y-h-v-h has helped
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שְׂרָיָה
səraiyah · H8304 · EZR 2:2 y-h-v-h persists; y-h-v-h is prince; y-h-v-h contends
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עֲזַרְיָה
azarəiyah · H5838 · NEH 7:7 y-h-v-h has helped
- el Σαραιας Saraias · none · EZR 2:2
- el Αζαρια Azaria · none · NEH 7:7
- bg Азария
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Azariah Article
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Azariah is mentioned in Neh.7.7, 10:2, and Neh 12:33 as a priest who was involved in the events surrounding the rebuilding of Jerusalem's wall and the restoration of the Jewish community during the time of Nehemiah. In Neh 7:7, Azariah is listed among the priests who returned to Jerusalem with Zerubbabel, indicating that he was part of the first group of exiles to return from Babylon. In Neh 10:2, Azariah is one of the priests who signed the covenant, pledging to follow the Law of God and support the temple and its services. Finally, in Neh 12:33, Azariah is mentioned as one of the priests who participated in the dedication of the wall of Jerusalem, a significant event marking the completion of the rebuilding efforts and the restoration of the city's defenses. Azariah's involvement in these key events highlights his role as a prominent priest during this period of Jewish history.
Sources: BibleData (CC BY 4.0, Seraiah_6) · STEPBible TIPNR (CC BY 4.0, Azariah@Neh.7.7-) · Theographic Bible Metadata (CC BY-SA 4.0, azariah_543)