By what other name is King Uzziah frequently referred to in the book of 2 Kings?
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Correct answer: Azariah
In 2 Kings 14:21 and 15:1, Uzziah is called Azariah. Both names are used interchangeably in the biblical record to refer to the same ruler of Judah.
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- Which city did Uzziah rebuild and restore to Judah early in his reign after the death of his father?
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