עַזְמָ֫וֶת
az.ma.vet
Azmaveth
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe Hebrew word ֶAZMAVETH (az.ma.vet) is a proper noun that serves as a personal name. Its occurrence is limited to two instances in the Bible, suggesting a relatively minor or non-prominent figure within the narrative context. The short definition "Azmaveth" directly provides its name, functioning similarly to a surname or title. Given its limited semantic domain and occurrence, it is difficult to establish a broader significance for the name "Azmaveth" within the Hebrew Bible. However, the context in which it appears may have been significant for its original audience. For example, if it belonged to a notable character, Azmaveth's inclusion might highlight their actions or events.
Source data & methodology
Occurrences in Scripture
2 total occurrences across the text