אֱלִיעֶ֫זֶר
e.li.e.zer
Eliezer
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe Hebrew word אֱלִיעֶ֫זֶר (e.li.e.zer) is a proper name in the biblical lexicon, specifically signifying a person's identity. The name Eliezer is composed of two elements: "El" (a variant of the divine name) and "ezer" (meaning helper or assistant). The full name likely conveys the idea of God as the ultimate helper or assistant. This name is unique in the biblical data, appearing only once. As a result, the scope of Eliezer's role, characteristics, or significance is limited to this singular instance. Without more context, it is difficult to provide additional details on this figure's significance or contribution to the biblical narrative. However, the name as a whole offers insight into the human desire for divine support and the role of a God-provided assistant in one's life.
Source data & methodology
Occurrences in Scripture
1 total occurrence across the text