Bible Person

Azariah

Meaning: he that hears the Lord · Male · 5 cross references

This Azariah entry refers to the Judean exile later called Abed-nego in Babylon, not the many other biblical Azariahs. He is one of Daniel's companions and part of the faithful remnant within imperial captivity. First appears in Dan 1:6.1

AI summary: This Azariah matters because the cross references present him among the young Judeans who remain loyal to God while being trained in a foreign court. His renamed identity highlights the pressure of assimilation, while his continued association with Daniel, Hananiah, and Mishael marks him as part of a faithful witness under empire. Even where he is not the sole focus, his place in that company matters. Taken together, the material presents this Azariah as a faithful exile whose life reflects steadfastness within Babylon.1

Central Figure

Azariah

Meaning: he that hears the Lord

The original name of Abed-nego (Dan.