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Azmaveth

עַזְמָ֫וֶת · az.ma.vet · H5820J“strong death; a he-goat” Hitchcock's 18691 mention, all in 1 Chronicles

Who he was

Azmaveth, the son of Adiel, is mentioned in 1 Chronicles 27:25 as the overseer of King David's treasuries. This chapter lists the various officials and administrators who served in David's government, and Azmaveth is identified as the one responsible for managing the royal treasuries. This position would have involved overseeing the collection, storage, and distribution of the wealth and resources of the kingdom. The fact that Azmaveth was entrusted with this important role indicates that he was a trusted and capable individual who had earned the confidence of King David. The effective management of the royal treasuries was crucial for the stability and prosperity of the kingdom, and Azmaveth's appointment to this position highlights the importance of wise financial administration in the reign of King David.

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Family

FatherAdiel
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Every mention

1 reference, counted from STEPBible, Tyndale House Cambridge · CC BY 4.0 · verse text: World English Bible (public domain)

1 Chronicles 1 mention

What the dictionary says

Strong as death.

Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897)
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