A man of the tribe of Judah during the divided kingdom, son of Jehu and father of Helez, mentioned in 1 Chronicles 2:38.
About Azariah (1 Chronicles 2:38)
A very common Jewish name. The name appears many times in the family histories of priests, which makes it hard to know which Azariah is being talked about at times. The following is one of several possible arrangements:
Zadok’s son or grandson. According to most translations, Azariah was high priest during Solomon’s reign (1 Kings 4:2). His position might have alternatively been that of a special counselor or keeper of the royal calendar.
Family Relationships
- Parents
- Jehu (1 Chronicles 2:38)
- Child
- Helez (1 Chronicles 2:39)
Key References
Obed was the father of Jehu, Jehu was the father of Azariah,
Azariah was the father of Helez, Helez was the father of Elasah,
All Scripture References (2)
1 Chronicles (2)
Obed was the father of Jehu, Jehu was the father of Azariah,
Azariah was the father of Helez, Helez was the father of Elasah,