Amari'ah is a name found multiple times in the Old Testament, signifying "Yahweh has promised" or "Yahweh has said." This name is associated with several individuals, primarily from the priestly and Levitical lines, reflecting the religious and spiritual heritage of Israel. Below are the notable mentions of Amari'ah in the Scriptures:

1. Amari'ah, the Chief Priest during Jehoshaphat's Reign: Amari'ah served as the chief priest during the reign of King Jehoshaphat of Judah. In 2 Chronicles 19:11, Jehoshaphat appointed him to oversee religious matters, emphasizing the importance of the priesthood in maintaining the spiritual integrity of the nation. The verse states, "Behold, Amariah the chief priest will be over you in every matter pertaining to the LORD, and Zebadiah son of Ishmael, the ruler of the house of Judah, in every matter pertaining to the king. And the Levites will serve as officers before you. Act with courage, and may the LORD be with those who do well."

2. Amari'ah, the Ancestor of Ezra: In the genealogical records of Ezra, Amari'ah is listed as one of his ancestors, highlighting the continuity of the priestly line from Aaron through the Babylonian exile and into the restoration period. Ezra 7:3 mentions him in the lineage: "son of Amariah, son of Azariah, son of Meraioth."

3. Amari'ah, a Priest in the Time of Hezekiah: Another Amari'ah is noted as a priest during the reign of King Hezekiah. In 2 Chronicles 31:15, he is mentioned among those who faithfully distributed the offerings, tithes, and dedicated gifts in the cities of the priests: "Under his authority were Eden, Miniamin, Jeshua, Shemaiah, Amariah, and Shecaniah in the cities of the priests, faithfully distributing to their brothers according to their divisions, whether large or small."

4. Amari'ah, a Signatory of the Covenant: In Nehemiah 10:3, an Amari'ah is listed among the priests who sealed the covenant, committing to follow the Law of God as given through Moses. This act was part of the broader spiritual renewal and reform led by Nehemiah and Ezra after the return from exile.

5. Amari'ah, a Levite in the Time of David: In 1 Chronicles 24:23, Amari'ah is mentioned as a descendant of Kohath, one of the sons of Levi, indicating his role in the Levitical duties during the time of King David.

The recurring presence of the name Amari'ah in the priestly and Levitical contexts underscores the enduring legacy of faithfulness and dedication to the service of the Lord. These individuals, through their various roles, contributed to the spiritual leadership and religious reforms that shaped the history of Israel.Amari'ah (13 Occurrences)

1 Chronicles 6:7
Meraioth begot Amariah, and Amariah begot Ahitub;
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1 Chronicles 6:11
and Azariah begot Amariah, and Amariah begot Ahitub;
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1 Chronicles 6:52
Meraioth his son, Amariah his son, Ahitub his son;
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1 Chronicles 23:19
The sons of Hebron: Jeriah the chief, Amariah the second, Jahaziel the third, and Jekameam the fourth.
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1 Chronicles 24:23
And Benai, Jeriah, Amariah the second, Jahaziel the third, Jekameam the fourth.
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2 Chronicles 19:11
And, behold, Amariah the chief priest is over you in all matters of the LORD; and Zebadiah the son of Ishmael, the ruler of the house of Judah, in all the king's matters; also the officers of the Levites before you. Deal courageously, and the LORD be with the good.'
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2 Chronicles 31:15
And under him were Eden, and Miniamin, and Jeshua, and Shemaiah, Amariah, and Shecaniah, in the cities of the priests, in their office of trust, to give to their brethren by courses, as well to the great as to the small;
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Ezra 7:3
the son of Amariah, the son of Azariah, the son of Meraioth,
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Ezra 10:42
Shallum, Amariah, Joseph.
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Nehemiah 10:3
Pashhur, Amariah, Malchijah;
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Nehemiah 12:2
Amariah, Malluch, Hattush;
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Nehemiah 12:13
of Ezra, Meshullam; of Amariah, Jehohanan;
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Zephaniah 1:1
A word of Jehovah that hath been unto Zephaniah son of Cushi, son of Gedaliah, son of Amariah, son of Hezikiah, in the days of Josiah son of Amoz, king of Judah:
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Amari'ah (13 Occurrences)
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