Azara
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Azara in the Bible?
Azara is identified in 1 Kings 4:11 as the son of Abinadab and the governor of Dor, a district in northern Israel.
SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing Azara's role clarifies the administrative structure of Solomon's kingdom, showing how specific families managed regional territories to support the royal court.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Azara reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Azara in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Azara clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
1 Kings 4:11
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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
"Azara." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/azara/