Overview
The name Uzza appears multiple times throughout Scripture, most notably as the son of King Manasseh of Judah. Manasseh was buried in the garden of his house called Uzza, indicating this was likely a family property. Other men named Uzza are mentioned among the Levites and temple servants, reflecting the name's prevalence in Israelite genealogy.
Key Scriptures
"Manasseh slept with his fathers and was buried in his own house, in the garden of Uzza" (2 Kings 21:18, ESV). "So Manasseh slept with his fathers, and they buried him in his own house. And Amon his son reigned in his place" (2 Chronicles 33:20, ESV). The Nethinim (temple servants) named Uzza are listed among those who returned from exile: "The children of Keros, the children of Siaha, the children of Padon" and others including descendants of Uzza (Ezra 2:49, ESV).
Application
These genealogical records remind us that God preserves the names and histories of His people throughout generations, demonstrating His sovereign care and the importance of faithful service in His kingdom.