Name Meaning: The name Uzziel means "God is my strength" or "Strength of God" in Hebrew.

Biblical References:

1. Uzziel, Son of Kohath:
Uzziel is first mentioned as a son of Kohath, who was one of the sons of Levi, making Uzziel a member of the Levitical priestly line. This lineage is significant as it establishes Uzziel's role and responsibilities within the Israelite community, particularly in relation to the tabernacle and later the temple services. In Exodus 6:18, the genealogy is recorded: "The sons of Kohath were Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel. Kohath lived 133 years."

2. Uzziel, Uncle of Moses and Aaron:
As a son of Kohath, Uzziel was an uncle to Moses and Aaron, two of the most prominent figures in the Old Testament. This familial connection underscores the importance of Uzziel's lineage and the role his descendants would play in the religious life of Israel.

3. Uzziel's Descendants:
The descendants of Uzziel held significant roles in the Levitical duties. In 1 Chronicles 15:10, Uzziel's descendants are mentioned in the context of the transportation of the Ark of the Covenant: "From the sons of Uzziel, Amminadab the leader and 112 of his relatives." This highlights the continued involvement of Uzziel's lineage in sacred duties.

4. Uzziel, Father of Mishael, Elzaphan, and Zithri:
Uzziel is also noted as the father of Mishael, Elzaphan, and Zithri. In Leviticus 10:4, after the tragic death of Nadab and Abihu, the sons of Aaron, Moses called upon Mishael and Elzaphan, sons of Uzziel, to carry their cousins' bodies out of the camp: "Moses summoned Mishael and Elzaphan, the sons of Aaron’s uncle Uzziel, and said to them, 'Come here and carry your brothers outside the camp, away from the front of the sanctuary.'"

5. Uzziel, a Leader in David's Time:
During King David's reign, Uzziel's descendants continued to serve in significant capacities. In 1 Chronicles 23:20, Uzziel's sons are listed among the Levites who were organized for service in the temple: "The sons of Uzziel: Micah the first, and Isshiah the second."

6. Uzziel, a Craftsman:
Another Uzziel is mentioned in 2 Chronicles 29:14 as a Levite who participated in the cleansing of the temple during the reign of King Hezekiah: "From the sons of Heman: Jehiel and Shimei; from the sons of Jeduthun: Shemaiah and Uzziel."

Historical and Theological Significance:

Uzziel's role and his descendants' involvement in the religious and ceremonial life of Israel highlight the importance of the Levitical priesthood in maintaining the spiritual and ritual purity of the nation. The Levites, including Uzziel's lineage, were entrusted with the care of the tabernacle and later the temple, which were central to Israel's worship and relationship with God. Uzziel's family exemplifies the continuity of faithfulness and service across generations, a theme that resonates throughout the biblical narrative.

Cultural Context:

In the ancient Near Eastern context, genealogies and family lineages were crucial for establishing identity, inheritance rights, and social status. Uzziel's inclusion in the biblical genealogies underscores the importance of his family line in the religious hierarchy of Israel. The Levites, as a tribe set apart for divine service, played a pivotal role in the spiritual life of the nation, and Uzziel's descendants were integral to this mission.

Conclusion:

Uzziel's legacy, as recorded in the Scriptures, is one of faithful service and dedication to the duties assigned to the Levitical priesthood. His descendants' involvement in key religious events and their continued service in the temple highlight the enduring impact of Uzziel's lineage on the spiritual life of Israel.Uzziel

(my strength is God).

1. Fourth son of Kohath, father of Mishael, Eizaphan or Elizaphan and Zithri, and uncle to Aaron. (Exodus 6:18,22; Leviticus 10:4) (B.C. before 1491.)
2. A Simeonite captain, son of Ishi, in the days of Hezekiah. (1 Chronicles 4:42)
3. Head of a Benjamite house, of the sons of Bela. (1 Chronicles 7:7) (B.C. 1706.)
4. A musician, of the sons of Heman in David's reign. (1 Chronicles 25:4)
5. A Levite, of the sons of Jeduthun, in the days of Hezekiah. (2 Chronicles 29:14,18) (B.C. 726.)
6. Son of Harhaiah, probably a priest in the days of Nehemiah, who took part in repairing the wall. (Nehemiah 3:8) (B.C. 446.) He is described as "of the goldsmiths," i.e. of those priests whose hereditary office it was to repair or make the sacred vessels.

Strength of God.

(1.) One of the sons of Kohath, and uncle of Aaron (Exodus 6:18; Leviticus 10:4).

(2.) A Simeonite captain (1 Chronicles 4:39-43).

(3.) A son of Bela, and grandson of Benjamin (1 Chronicles 7:7).

(4.) One of the sons of Heman (1 Chronicles 25:4); called also Azareel (18).

(5.) A son of Jeduthan (2 Chronicles 29:14).

(6.) The son of Harhaiah (Nehemiah 3:8).

UZZIEL

u-zi'-el, uz'-i-el, oo'-zi-el (`uzzi'el, "El (God) is my strength"):

(1) A "son" of Kohath (Exodus 6:18, 22 Leviticus 10:4 Numbers 3:19, 30 1 Chronicles 6:2, 18 (Hebrew 5:28; 6:3); 15:10; 23:12, 20; 24:24), called in Leviticus 10:4 "uncle of Aaron." The family is called Uzzielites (ha`uzzi'eli (collectively)) in Numbers 3:27 1 Chronicles 26:23.

(2) A Simeonite captain (1 Chronicles 4:42).

(3) Head of a Benjamite (or according to Curtis a Zebulunite) family (1 Chronicles 7:7).

(4) A Hemanite musician (1 Chronicles 25:4); The Septuagint's Codex Vaticanus has Azarael = "Azarel," the name given in 1 Chronicles 25:18.

See AZAREL.

(5) A Levite "son" of Jeduthun (2 Chronicles 29:14).

(6) A goldsmith who joined in repairing the wall of Jerusalem (Nehemiah 3:8).

(7) The reading of Septuagint (Oziel) for Jahaziel in 1 Chronicles 23:19.

See JAHAZIEL, (3).

David Francis Roberts

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5817. Ozzieli -- descendant of Uzziel
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Strange Fire
... And Aaron held his peace.4. And Moses called Mishael and Elzaphan, the sons of Uzziel
the uncle of Aaron, and said unto them, Come near, carry your brethren ...
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The Jewish World in the Days of Christ - the Jewish Dispersion in ...
... of our two oldest extant Targumim: that of Onkelos (as it is called), on the Pentateuch;
and that on the Prophets, attributed to Jonathan the son of Uzziel. ...
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Ancient Versions of the Old Testament.
... 15. Next in age and value is the Targum of Jonathan Ben Uzziel on the Prophets;
that is, according to the Jewish classification (Chap.13, No.4), Joshua, Judges ...
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Uzziel (17 Occurrences)
... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. UZZIEL. ... See JAHAZIEL, (3). David Francis
Roberts. Multi-Version Concordance Uzziel (17 Occurrences). ...
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Uz'ziel (16 Occurrences)
Uz'ziel. Uzziel, Uz'ziel. Uzzielite . Multi-Version Concordance ... (See RSV). Exodus
6:22 The sons of Uzziel: Mishael, and Elzaphan, and Sithri. (See RSV). ...
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Izhar (10 Occurrences)
... Exodus 6:18 The sons of Kohath: Amram, and Izhar, and Hebron, and Uzziel; and the
years of the life of Kohath were one hundred thirty-three years. ...
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Amram (14 Occurrences)
... Exodus 6:18 The sons of Kohath: Amram, and Izhar, and Hebron, and Uzziel; and the
years of the life of Kohath were one hundred thirty-three years. ...
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Jizhar (7 Occurrences)
... Exodus 6:18 And the sons of Kohath: Amram, and Jizhar, and Hebron, and Uzziel. ... 1
Chronicles 6:2 And the sons of Kohath: Amram, Jizhar, and Hebron, and Uzziel. ...
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Amminadab (14 Occurrences)
... 18). (3.) Chief of the 112 descendants of Uzziel the Levite (1 Chronicles
15:10, 11). Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. AMMINADAB. ...
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Kohath (30 Occurrences)
... Exodus 6:18 The sons of Kohath: Amram, and Izhar, and Hebron, and Uzziel; and the
years of the life of Kohath were one hundred thirty-three years. ...
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Mishael (8 Occurrences)
... Who is like God! (1.) A Levite; the eldest of the three sons of Uzziel (Exodus
6:22). ... Exodus 6:22 The sons of Uzziel: Mishael, and Elzaphan, and Sithri. ...
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Zithri (1 Occurrence)
... Easton's Bible Dictionary The Lord protects, a Levite, son of Uzziel (Exodus 6:22).
Int. ... Exodus 6:22 And the sons of Uzziel; Mishael, and Elzaphan, and Zithri. ...
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Jahaziel (6 Occurrences)
... The Septuagint's Codex Vaticanus and Codex Alexandrinus, read "Uzziel." (3) In 1
Chronicles 23:19; 1 Chronicles 24:23, a Levite, "son" of Hebron, a Kohathite. ...
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