Bible Dictionary
Jaaziel
Jaaziel was a Levite appointed by David to play instruments during the bringing of the ark to Jerusalem.
Definition
Jaaziel was a Levite and musician appointed during David’s arrangements for the movement of the ark. His name means “whom Jehovah comforts” or “God strengthens.” He belonged to the group assigned musical service before the ark.
Biblical Usage
Jaaziel played instruments as one of the Levites appointed by David when the ark was brought to Jerusalem. His biblical role was therefore connected with the public musical service of Israel’s worship.
Historical Background
Jaaziel served in David’s time. Some ancient textual readings identify him with Uzziel, but the supplied material presents this only as a textual suggestion.
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Easton's Bible Dictionary
Comforted by God, a Levitical musician (1 Chr. 15:18).
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(whom Jehovah comforts), one of the Levites appointed by David to perform the musical service before the ark. (1 Chronicles 15:18) (B.C. 1014).
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>ja-a'-zi-el (ya`azi'el, "God strengthens"): In 1Ch 15:18, a Levite, one of the musicians appointed to play upon instruments at the bringing up of the ark by David. Kittel and Curtis, following the Septuagint (Ozeiel), read "Uzziel," the name they adopt for Aziel in 15:20, and for Jeiel in 16:5.</p>