Uzziah

[ uh-zahy-uh ]

noun

1. the son and successor of Amaziah as king of Judah, reigned 783?–742? b.c. 2 Kings 15:13, 30–34.

Word History and Origins

Origin of Uzziah¹

From Hebrew Uzziyāhū “My strength is God”

Example Sentences

Jeroboam and Uzziah appear to have lived on terms of perfect peace with one another.

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Uzziah's aim was wholly and solely directed to military affairs—the acquisition of bows, shields, and spears.

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Internal dissensions broke out under Uzziah, which, it appears, were purposely ignored.

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Altogether, Uzziah attained a position of predominance over the neighbouring nations.

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Uzziah, therefore, had the northern wall rebuilt, and undoubtedly rendered it safer than before against attacks.

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