Bible Person

Azariah

Meaning: he that hears the Lord · Male · 1 cross reference

This Azariah entry refers to the Merarite father of Joel in Hezekiah's reform account, distinct from the Kohathite Levite named in the same verse. He belongs to the Levitical household structure supporting temple restoration. First appears in 2 Chr 29:12.1

AI summary: This Azariah matters because his single cross reference links his family directly to the Levites who take part in cleansing and reordering temple service under Hezekiah. Even a paternal mention helps anchor reform in real households with inherited service roles. Taken together, the material presents this Azariah as a family source within Judah's restored worship life.1

Central Figure

Azariah

Meaning: he that hears the Lord