Word Study

The meaning of עֶזֶר

Understanding ʻEzer reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.

H5827
Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance

עֶזֶר

Phoneticeh'-zer
TransliterationʻEzer
Grammar Code
N:N-M-P
Noun
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

Ezer. Compare עֵזֶר. - § Ezer = "treasure" - Ezer, the name of two Israelites 1) son of Ephraim who was slain by inhabitants of Gath 2) a priest who helped at the dedication of the walls of Jerusalem under Nehemiah

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

1 total references
ReferenceText
1 Chronicles 7:21

And Zabad his son, and Shuthelah his son, and Ezer, and Elead, whom the men of Gath that were born in that land slew, because they came down to take away their cattle.

Usage Statistics

Total Occurrences
1x
Most Frequent Book
1 Chronicles
Book Distribution
1 Chronicles1

Devotional Reflection

How does the original Hebrew meaning of 'עֶזֶר' deepen your understanding of 1 Chronicles 7:21?