אֶלְיָסָף
el.ya.saph
Eliasaph
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe Hebrew word אֶלְיָסָף (El-yasaph) is a personal name, Eliasaph, appearing five times in the Bible. As a proper name, it carries a specific identity and significance within its context. The meaning of El-yasaph is not explicitly defined, but considering its structure, it might contain elements indicating "God is my helper" or "God will add/assist." Eliasaph is likely a significant individual within a specific group or community, as his name suggests importance or prominence. The multiple occurrences of this name across the Bible indicate its importance within a particular narrative or genealogical context. However, without more information about Eliasaph's actions or experiences, it is difficult to deduce a broader significance or impact beyond his association with a particular group or person. Given the limited information provided, our understanding of Eliasaph is mainly confined to his name and the contexts in which it appears. Nonetheless, the presence of his name five times in the Bible underscores its inherent value and importance, suggesting a substantial role within the biblical narrative.
Source data & methodology
Occurrences in Scripture
5 total occurrences across the text
Of Gad: Eliasaph the son of Deuel.
Numbers 2:14“The tribe of Gad: the prince of the children of Gad shall be Eliasaph the son of Reuel.
Numbers 7:42On the sixth day, Eliasaph the son of Deuel, prince of the children of Gad,
Numbers 7:47and for the sacrifice of peace offerings, two head of cattle, five rams, five male goats, and five male lambs a year old. This was the offering of Eliasaph the son of Deuel.
Numbers 10:20Eliasaph the son of Deuel was over the army of the tribe of the children of Gad.