Man living at the time of Divided Monarchy
Azrikam was an official in charge of King Ahaz's palace.
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Azrikam was an official who served in the royal court of King Ahaz of Judah. He held the position of being in charge of the palace, which was an important role in the king's administration. 2Ch.28.7 records that Azrikam was killed by Zichri, a mighty warrior from Ephraim, during a time of war between Judah and Israel. This occurred when Ahaz was facing military threats from both Israel and Syria, and had turned away from fully following the Lord.
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1 verse in 1 book · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s H5840
Zichri, a mighty man of Ephraim, killed Maaseiah the son of the king, Azrikam the governor of the palace, and Elkanah the second to the king.
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