Aziei
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Aziei in the Bible?
An ancestor of Ezra mentioned in 2 Esdras 1:2, likely a textual variant of Azariah or Ozias.
SIGNIFICANCE
Examining this name aids in understanding the complex genealogical traditions preserved in Second Temple literature and their relationship to canonical Hebrew Bible records.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Aziei reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Aziei in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Aziei clarify?
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
"Aziei." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/aziei/