Strong’s G0007

Ἀβιά

Part of speech

Proper Noun, Indeclinable

Transliteration

Abia

Pronunciation

ah-bee-AH

Definition

Abijah

Meaning

Abijah, (a) a king, son of Rehoboam, (b) founder of the eighth class of priests.

Usage

In the New Testament, "Abia" refers to a priestly division in the lineage of Aaron. Specifically, it is mentioned in the context of the priestly order to which Zechariah, the father of John the Baptist, belonged. The name signifies a connection to the priestly heritage and the service in the temple.

Bible references

Matthew 1:7;Matthew 1:7;Luke 1:5