How to Pronounce Hazael
HAZ-ay-ehl
Hazael is pronounced HAZ-ay-ehl (ˈheɪzeɪəl): three syllables, stress on the first. Also heard: Hah-zah-ELL, HAY-zay-uhl.
What does Hazael mean?
Hazael means “that sees God”.
Hitchcock’s Bible Names (1869), public domain.
Who was Hazael?
Hazael was a king of Syria (Aram) whom Elisha foretold would seize the throne, telling him 'thou shalt be king over Syria' (2 Kings 8:13). He murdered Benhadad by smothering him with a wet cloth and reigned in his place (2 Kings 8:15), then warred against Israel (2 Kings 8:28); the LORD had first named him to Elijah at Damascus (1 Kings 19:15).
Also pronounced
Hah-zah-ELL
HAY-zay-uhl
Found in Scripture
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