יֵ֫צֶר
ye.tser
Jezer
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe Hebrew word "ye.tser" (Strong's number H3337) is a proper name given to a person, with three occurrences in the Bible. Its short definition in the lexicon is "Jezer," which is likely the personal name. This suggests that "ye.tser" is not a common noun or a concept, but rather a unique identifier for an individual. This is consistent with its classification as a proper name within the semantic domain. Given its function as a proper name, the meaning and range of usage for "ye.tser" are limited to its specific occurrences in the Bible. We cannot infer a broader concept or abstract meaning from this data. Its significance, therefore, lies in its association with the person it names, who is identified in the biblical text. The personal name "ye.tser" (Jezer) is used to distinguish this individual from others, likely serving as an identifier in narratives or records. Without further information, we cannot establish any particular significance or symbolism attached to the name "ye.tser" beyond its function as a personal identifier. Its three occurrences in the Bible indicate a relatively minor role or mention in the text, precluding us from drawing broader conclusions about this individual or their importance.
Source data & methodology
Occurrences in Scripture
3 total occurrences across the text