Seal of Hananiah Son of Azariah

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Seal of Hananiah Son of Azariah


‎While both names were common in ancient Israel, it is possible that this clay seal impression came from the signet of Hananiah son of Azzur (Azariah), the false prophet against whom Jeremiah prophesied (Jer 28:1–17). Ancient Jews and many others in Bible lands sealed documents, letters, wine jars and other containers, coffers, and even house doors with seals made of many different materials, most often clay and wax.
‎Exod 28:21, 1 Kgs 21:8, Jer 28:1–17, Matt 27:66

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