Bible Dictionary
Azel
Azel was a descendant of Saul through Jonathan. The name also refers to a place near Jerusalem mentioned in Zechariah, whose exact location is uncertain.
Definition
Azel has two biblical applications in the supplied material. One Azel was a descendant of Saul through Jonathan. Azel is also the name of a place near Jerusalem mentioned in Zechariah, whose exact location is uncertain.
Biblical Usage
The personal name appears in the genealogy of Saul’s descendants. The place-name occurs in the prophecy concerning the ravine extending from the Mount of Olives.
Historical Background
The name means “noble.” The place may have left an echo in the name Wady Yasal, but this identification is not certain.
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Easton's Bible Dictionary
Noble, a descendant of king Saul (1 Chr. 8:37; 9:43, 44).
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(noble), a descendant of Saul. (1 Chronicles 8:37,38; 9:43,44)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>a'-zel ('atsel, "noble"):</p><p>(1) A descendant of King Saul, through Jonathan (1Ch 8:37 f; 9:43f).</p><p>(2) Azel, a'-zel, the King James Version Azal 'atsel; Asael; (Zec 14:5): A place not far from Jerusalem. There may be an echo of the name in that of Wady Yasal, to the right of `Ain el-Loz, in Wady en-Nar.</p>