Who was Uzziel?

Guardian of sacred flame

The story of Uzziel

Uzziel - Leader.
Uzziel - Leader.
Leader.

Uzziel was a biblical figure from the Old Testament. He was the son of Kohath, a son of Levi, and the brother of Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Mishael. Uzziel was a Levite, and he was the father of Mishael, Elzaphan, and Sithri. He was a leader of the Kohathites, a group of Levites who were responsible for carrying the Ark of the Covenant. Uzziel is best known for his role in the construction of the Tabernacle, the portable temple of the Israelites. He was responsible for making the holy vessels and the curtains of the Tabernacle. He also made the garments for the priests and the ephod, a type of apron worn by the high priest. Uzziel was also responsible for the maintenance of the Tabernacle and its furnishings. He was a skilled craftsman and was highly respected by the Israelites. Uzziel is remembered for his dedication to the service of God and his commitment to the Tabernacle.

Name meaning

Strength of God

Name origin

Hebrew

Role

Leader.

First mention

Exodus 6:18

Appearances in the Bible

18 mentions

Uzziel in the Bible

Explore all 13 chapters where Uzziel appears

Exodus

Chapter 6

God Promises to Deliver the Israelites

God reminds Moses of his promise to Abraham, Isaac and Jacob and confirms that he will free the Israelites from slavery ...

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Leviticus

Chapter 10

Unauthorized Fire

God forbids Aaron's sons Nadab and Abihu from offering "strange fire" before him and they are consumed by fire as punish...

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Numbers

Chapter 3

The Levites

A second census is taken of the Levites, and their duties in serving the Tabernacle are outlined.

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1 Chronicles

Chapter 4

Descendants of Judah and Simeon

A genealogy of each of the twelve tribes of Israel, detailing their family lineages and populations.

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1 Chronicles

Chapter 6

Levi's Genealogy and Roles

A genealogy of each of the twelve tribes of Israel, detailing their family lineages and populations.

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1 Chronicles

Chapter 7

Genealogy of the Tribes of Israel

A genealogy of each of the twelve tribes of Israel, detailing their family lineages and populations.

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1 Chronicles

Chapter 15

Ark Brought to Jerusalem Successfully

David's victories over the Philistines and other neighboring nations.

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1 Chronicles

Chapter 23

Levites and Their Duties

The division of the priests and Levites into groups for the service of the temple, including the organization of musicia...

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1 Chronicles

Chapter 24

Division of the Priests

The division of the priests and Levites into groups for the service of the temple, including the organization of musicia...

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1 Chronicles

Chapter 25

David Appoints Musicians

The division of the priests and Levites into groups for the service of the temple, including the organization of musicia...

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1 Chronicles

Chapter 26

Duties of Gatekeepers, Treasurers, and Other Levites

The division of the priests and Levites into groups for the service of the temple, including the organization of musicia...

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2 Chronicles

Chapter 29

Hezekiah's Cleansing and Restoration

Hezekiah's reign marked by a fervent commitment to restoring worship, cleansing the temple, and renewing the covenant, ...

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Nehemiah

Chapter 3

Rebuilding the Wall

The beginning of the rebuilding of the wall of Jerusalem, including the organization of the workers.

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