Lexical Summary Aziel: Aziel Original Word: עֲזִיאֵל Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Aziel From uwz and 'el; strengthened of God; Aziel, an Israelite -- Aziel. Compare Ya'aziy'el. see HEBREW uwz see HEBREW 'el see HEBREW Ya'aziy'el NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originthe same as Yaaziel, q.v. NASB Translation Aziel (1). Topical Lexicon Occurrences and Identity Aziel appears once in the canon of Scripture, in 1 Chronicles 15:20, where he is listed among the Levitical musicians who accompanied the Ark of the Covenant as it was brought to Jerusalem in the days of King David. In some ancient manuscripts the name is rendered “Jaaziel,” yet the inspired Chronicler includes him in the official roster of worship leaders, confirming his historical reality and covenant role. Levitical Service under David David reorganized the Levites to establish ordered, God-centered worship in the newly chosen capital (1 Chronicles 15–16). Aziel is placed in the company of “Zechariah, Shemiramoth, Jehiel, Unni, Eliab, Maaseiah, and Benaiah,” who “were to play the harps according to ‘Alamoth’” (1 Chronicles 15:20). The grouping indicates that Aziel belonged to the clan of Kohathites set apart for musical ministry (compare 1 Chronicles 15:5, 1 Chronicles 15:12). His assignment to the harp positions him among those responsible for sweet, reflective tones that underscored the holiness of the procession. Musical Ministry and Worship Implications The Chronicler repeatedly highlights music as integral to covenant worship (1 Chronicles 15:16; 1 Chronicles 16:4-6). Aziel’s inclusion testifies to: Historical Significance The successful relocation of the Ark marked a turning point in Israel’s national worship, transitioning from fragmented tribal practice to centralized temple liturgy. Aziel’s faithful execution of his role helped avert a second disaster like that of Uzzah (2 Samuel 6:6-8), reinforcing that true worship hinges on God’s order. His single recorded act became part of the biblical record of redemptive history, reminding every subsequent generation that even seemingly minor participants have an essential place in God’s unfolding plan. Theological Reflections 1. God delights in consecrated skill. The solitary mention of Aziel underscores that the LORD both notices and records every act done for His glory (Malachi 3:16). Practical Applications for Today • Cultivate excellence in worship arts, recognizing every note or task as service to the King. Forms and Transliterations וַעֲזִיאֵ֜ל ועזיאל vaaziEl wa‘ăzî’êl wa·‘ă·zî·’êlLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance 1 Chronicles 15:20 HEB: וּזְכַרְיָ֨ה וַעֲזִיאֵ֜ל וּשְׁמִֽירָמ֤וֹת וִֽיחִיאֵל֙ NAS: and Zechariah, Aziel, Shemiramoth, KJV: And Zechariah, and Aziel, and Shemiramoth, INT: and Zechariah Aziel Shemiramoth Jehiel 1 Occurrence |
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