Azaelus
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Azaelus in the Bible?
Azaelus, son of Ezora, is listed in 1 Esdras 9:34 among the Jewish men who divorced their foreign wives after returning from the Babylonian exile.
SIGNIFICANCE
This record illustrates the strict enforcement of endogamy among the returned exiles, highlighting how maintaining religious identity through social boundaries was a central concern during the Persian period.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Azaelus reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Azaelus in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Azaelus clarify?
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Source Attribution
Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and shortened for clarity.
How to Cite This Entry
"Azaelus." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/azaelus/