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ACHAZ

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Achaz is the Greek form of Ahaz, the name of a king mentioned in the genealogy of Jesus.

Definition

Achaz is the Greek form of Ahaz. The name is used in the genealogy of Jesus in the King James Version.

Biblical Usage

Achaz appears in Matthew’s genealogy as an ancestor in the line leading to Jesus. The Revised Version uses the form Ahaz.

Historical Background

The supplied material identifies the name as that of a king of Israel.

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Historical Bible Dictionaries

International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>a'-kaz (Achaz), the King James Version (Mt 1:9): Greek form of Ahaz (thus the Revised Version (British and American)). The name of a King of Israel.</p>
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