Original Word: עֵזֶר
Part of Speech: Proper Name Masculine
Transliteration: `Ezer
Pronunciation: AY-zer
Phonetic Spelling: (ay'-zer)
Definition: Help, Helper, Support
Meaning: Ezer

Ezer

The same as ezer; Ezer, the name of four Israelites -- Ezer. Compare Ezer.

see HEBREW ezer

see HEBREW Ezer

Word Origin
from azar
Definition
"help," three Isr.
NASB Translation
Ezer (3).

II. עֵ֫זֶר proper name, masculine (Phoenician and Old Hebrew עזר Lzb³³⁸); —

1 a wall-builder Nehemiah 3:19, Αζουρ.

2 name in Judah 1 Chronicles 4:4, Αζηρ, Εζερ.

3 hero of David 1 Chronicles 12:10 (van d. H. v.1 Chronicles 12:9), Αζερ, etc.

Word Origin: Derived from the Hebrew root עָזַר (azar), meaning "to help" or "to support."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There are no direct corresponding Strong's Greek entries for the Hebrew name Ezer, as it is a proper noun specific to Hebrew genealogies and does not have a direct Greek equivalent in the Septuagint or New Testament.

Usage: The name Ezer appears in the context of genealogies and historical accounts within the Old Testament. It is used to identify specific individuals in the lineage of Israel.

Context: • Ezer in the Bible: The name Ezer is mentioned in several genealogical records and historical contexts in the Old Testament. Notably, Ezer is listed as:
• A son of Seir the Horite, mentioned in the genealogies of the Horites in the land of Edom (Genesis 36:21, 1 Chronicles 1:38).
• A leader of the Gadites who joined David at Ziklag, described as a mighty warrior and a helper in battle (1 Chronicles 12:9).
• A descendant of Judah through Hur, noted in the genealogical records of the tribe of Judah (1 Chronicles 4:4).
• Significance: The name Ezer, meaning "help," reflects the role or character of the individuals bearing this name, often associated with strength, support, or assistance in various contexts. The mention of Ezer in the genealogies underscores the importance of lineage and heritage in the biblical narrative, while the association with David's mighty men highlights the valor and loyalty of those who supported the king.

וְעֵ֖זֶר וָעָ֑זֶר ועזר עֵ֖זֶר עֵ֧זֶר עזר ‘ê·zer ‘êzer Ezer vaAzer veEzer wā‘āzer wā·‘ā·zer wə‘êzer wə·‘ê·zerInterlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts