Azariah of Capernaum
Gambler running a gaming house "where Romans and Jews come to play, quarrel, get drunk, and indulge in debauchery". Friend of revelry of Matthew, he takes part in the feast he gives for his regeneration.[1]
He may be the same one who testifies of his conversion at the Belle-Water[2]:"I know that since I have been going towards Him, I no longer recognize myself, so much have I changed. I was violent, hard towards my Woman and my children, without respect for the neighbor, and now... Everyone says it in the country! Azariah is no longer what he was "
His name
Azariah "the Eternal One has helped" - Historical: several characters including a prophet.
Where is he mentioned in the work?
GRM 97 GRM 130
Notes and references
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