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Azor was an ancestor of Jesus Christ, mentioned in the genealogy of Matthew (Matt 1:13, 14).
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Azor is mentioned in Mat.1.13-14 as an ancestor of Jesus Christ in the genealogy recorded in the Gospel of Matthew. This genealogy traces the lineage of Jesus from Abraham through his earthly father, Joseph. Azor is listed as the son of Eliakim and the father of Zadok, placing him in the period after the Babylonian exile. The inclusion of Azor in the genealogy of Jesus emphasizes the continuity of the Messianic line and the fulfillment of God's promises through the generations. The genealogy in Matthew serves to establish Jesus' legal claim to the throne of David and to demonstrate his connection to the patriarchs and prophets of Israel.
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(a helper), son of Eliakim, in the line of our Lord. (Matthew 1:13,14)
A'ZOR (a helper), one of our Lord's ancestors. Matt 1:13-14.
A'ZOR (a helper), one of our Lord's ancestors. Matt 1:13-14.
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2 verses in 1 book · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s G0107
Zerubbabel the father of Abiud, Abiud the father of Eliakim, and Eliakim the father of Azor.
Azor was the father of Zadok, Zadok the father of Achim, and Achim the father of Eliud.
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