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Lazarus
Lazarus in the Bible — the poor man of the parable (LUK 16:20). Referenced in 1 scripture passage.
Name meaning: “assistance of God”
Profile
- Gender
- male
- Scripture References
- 1 reference
- Known Names
- 1 name
Biography
Brother of Mary and Martha, Lazarus was a friend of Jesus from Bethany. When he died of illness, Jesus waited two days before coming, then raised him after four days in the tomb. This miracle led many to believe in Jesus but also intensified the plot to kill Jesus.
Significance
Lazarus' resurrection was Jesus' greatest sign before His own resurrection, demonstrating power over death and prefiguring Christ's victory.
Key Events
Became sick(John 11:1-3)
Died and was buried(John 11:14-17)
Raised by Jesus after 4 days(John 11:43-44)
Reclined with Jesus at dinner(John 12:2)
Priests plotted to kill him(John 12:10-11)
Names & Labels (1)
Lazarusproper name
- Hebrew
- אֶלְעָזָר
- Transliteration
- eləatsar
- Meaning
- God [El] is a help
- Greek
- Λάζαρος
- Reference
- LUK 16:20
- Strong's
- H499
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Lazarus in the Bible?
Lazarus is described in the Bible as the poor man of the parable (LUK 16:20).
What does the name Lazarus mean?
The name Lazarus means “assistance of God” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.