Topical Encyclopedia
Azmaveth is a biblical figure and location mentioned in the Old Testament, with references spanning genealogies, military exploits, and geographical significance. The name Azmaveth is derived from Hebrew, meaning "strong as death" or "death is strong."
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Azmaveth the Person:·
Azmaveth, One of David's Mighty Warriors: Azmaveth is listed among the valiant warriors who served King David. In
1 Chronicles 11:33, he is identified as one of the mighty men, a group of elite soldiers who played a crucial role in establishing David's kingdom. The Berean Standard Bible states: "Azmaveth the Baharumite, Eliahba the Shaalbonite." This reference highlights his valor and loyalty to David during a time of significant military campaigns and consolidation of power.
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Azmaveth, the Son of Jehoaddah: Another individual named Azmaveth is mentioned in
1 Chronicles 12:3 as one of the Benjamite warriors who joined David at Ziklag. The BSB records: "Ahiezer their chief, and Joash, the sons of Shemaah the Gibeathite; Jeziel and Pelet, the sons of Azmaveth; Beracah, Jehu the Anathothite." This Azmaveth is noted for his lineage and association with the tribe of Benjamin, indicating the diverse support David received from various tribes of Israel.
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Azmaveth the Location:·
Azmaveth as a Town: Azmaveth is also the name of a town in the territory of Benjamin. It is mentioned in the context of the return from the Babylonian exile. In
Nehemiah 12:29, the BSB notes: "from Beth Gilgal, and from the fields of Geba and Azmaveth; for the singers had built villages for themselves all around Jerusalem." This reference indicates that Azmaveth was a place where some of the returning exiles settled, contributing to the restoration of Jerusalem and its surrounding areas.
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Azmaveth in the Post-Exilic Period: The town of Azmaveth is further mentioned in
Ezra 2:24 and
Nehemiah 7:28, where it is listed among the places whose inhabitants returned with Zerubbabel. This highlights the continuity of the community and its role in the reestablishment of Jewish life in the land after the exile.
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Genealogical References:·
Azmaveth in the Lineage of Saul: In
1 Chronicles 8:36 and 9:42, Azmaveth is mentioned in the genealogical records of the tribe of Benjamin, specifically in the lineage of King Saul. The BSB states: "Ahaz was the father of Jehoaddah, Jehoaddah was the father of Alemeth, Azmaveth, and Zimri; and Zimri was the father of Moza." This genealogical mention underscores the historical and familial connections within the tribe of Benjamin.
Azmaveth, both as a person and a place, reflects the rich tapestry of Israel's history, encompassing themes of loyalty, restoration, and the fulfillment of God's promises to His people. The references to Azmaveth in the biblical narrative provide insight into the social and military structures of ancient Israel, as well as the enduring legacy of those who played pivotal roles in the nation's history.
Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary
Azmavethstrong death; a he-goat
Smith's Bible Dictionary
Azmaveth(strong unto death).
- One of David's mighty men, a native of Bahurim, (2 Samuel 23:31;1 Chronicles 11:33) and therefore probably a Benjamite. (B.C. 1060).
- A descendant of Mephibosheth, or Merib-baal. (1 Chronicles 8:36;9:42)
- The father of Jeziel and Pelet, two of the skilled Benjamite slingers and archers who joined David at Ziklag (1 Chronicles 10:3) perhaps identical with No. 1.
- Overseer of the royal treasures in the reign of David. (1 Chronicles 27:25)
Easton's Bible Dictionary
Strong as death.
(1.) One of David's thirty warriors (2 Samuel 23:31).
(2.) An overseer over the royal treasury in the time of David and Solomon (1 Chronicles 27:25).
(3.) A town in the tribe of Judah, near Jerusalem (Nehemiah 12:29;Ezra 2:24).
(4.)1 Chronicles 8:36
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia
AZMAVETH (1)az-ma'-veth `azmaweth:
(1) One of David's 30 mighty men (2 Samuel 23:311 Chronicles 11:33).
(2) A descendant of Jonathan, the son of Saul (1 Chronicles 8:36;1 Chronicles 9:42).
(3) Father of two warriors who joined David at Ziklag (1 Chronicles 12:3).
(4) The name of one set over David's treasures (1 Chronicles 27:25). Some identify him with (1) and (3).
AZMAVETH (2)
az-ma'-veth (`azmaweth; Asmoth or Azmoth, "strong one of death";Ezra 2:24): Is probably identical with el-Chizma, a village a little to the North of `Anata (Anathoth). It corresponds to Beth-azmaveth (Nehemiah 7:28).
Strong's Hebrew
1041. Beth-azmaveth -- "house ofAzmaveth," a place near Jer.Beth-
azmaveth. 1040, 1041. Beth-
azmaveth. 1042 . "house of
Azmaveth,"
a place near Jer. Transliteration: Beth-
azmaveth Phonetic
...5820.Azmaveth -- "strong (one) of death," four Israelites
...Azmaveth. 5820a . "strong (one) of death," four Israelites. Transliteration:Azmaveth
Phonetic Spelling: (az-maw'-veth) Short Definition:Azmaveth.Azmaveth...
5820b.Azmaveth -- a place near Jer.
... 5820a, 5820b.Azmaveth. 5821 . a place near Jer. Transliteration:Azmaveth
Short Definition:Azmaveth. Word Origin from az and...
5820a.Azmaveth -- "strong (one) of death," four Israelites
... 5820, 5820a.Azmaveth. 5820b . "strong (one) of death," four Israelites.
Transliteration:Azmaveth Short Definition:Azmaveth.... NASB Word UsageAzmaveth (6)....
Library
October 3 Evening
... There are differences of administrations, but the same Lord."I:COR.12:5. Over the
king's treasures wasAzmaveth the son of Adiel: and over the storehouses ....
Thesaurus
Azmaveth (8 Occurrences)... 24). (4.) 1 Chronicles 8:36. Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia.
AZMAVETH (1).
az
... 25). Some identify him with (1) and (3).
AZMAVETH (2). az
...Beth-azmaveth (1 Occurrence)
Beth-azmaveth. Bethazmaveth, Beth-azmaveth. Beth-az'maveth . Int. Standard
Bible Encyclopedia BETH-AZMAVETH. beth-az-ma'-veth (Nehemiah 7:28)....
Az'maveth (8 Occurrences)
Az'maveth.Azmaveth, Az'maveth. Azmon .... Az'maveth (8 Occurrences). 2 Samuel
23:31 Abialbon the Arbathite,Azmaveth the Barhumite, (See RSV)....
Bahurim (7 Occurrences)
... With the exception of Shimei,Azmaveth, one of David's heroes, is the only other
native of the place who is mentioned (2 Samuel 23:31; 1 Chronicles 11:33)....
Adiel (3 Occurrences)
... Easton's Bible Dictionary Ornament of God. (1.) The father ofAzmaveth, who
was treasurer under David and Solomon (1 Chronicles 27:25)....
Jeziel (1 Occurrence)
... Easton's Bible Dictionary Assembled by God, a son ofAzmaveth. He was one of the
Benjamite archers who joined David at Ziklag (1 Chronicles 12:3). Int....
Forty-two (15 Occurrences)
... (WEB BBE DBY RSV). Ezra 2:24 The children ofAzmaveth, forty-two. (WEB BBE DBY RSV)....
Nehemiah 7:28 The men of BethAzmaveth, forty-two. (WEB BBE DBY RSV)....
Moza (5 Occurrences)
... 1 Chronicles 8:36 Ahaz became the father of Jehoaddah; and Jehoaddah became the
father of Alemeth, andAzmaveth, and Zimri; and Zimri became the father of Moza...
Pelet (4 Occurrences)
... (2) Son ofAzmaveth, one of those who resorted to David at Ziklag while he was
hiding from Saul (1 Chronicles 12:3). Multi-Version Concordance...
Bethazmaveth (1 Occurrence)
... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia BETH-AZMAVETH. beth-az-ma'-veth (Nehemiah 7:28).
SeeAZMAVETH. Multi-Version Concordance Bethazmaveth (1 Occurrence)....
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