Divided Kingdom
Uzziah
Long-reigning king of Judah; struck with leprosy after presuming to enter the temple. Also called Azariah in 2 Kings 15.
Family & dates
- Lifespan
- 804 BC – 736 BC (68 years)
- Era
- Divided Kingdom
- Parents
- Amaziah
- Children
- Jotham
Scripture references
Notes & controversies
- Matthew 1:8 compresses the line, jumping 'Joram begot Uzziah' and silently skipping Ahaziah, Joash, and Amaziah — to fit a 14-generation structure.