אִיעֶזֶר (i.e.zer)
i.e.zer
Iezer
N:N-M-PQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 1 verses
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- Part of speech
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Word Overview
The name Iezer, appearing in Numbers 26:30, identifies a specific member of the tribe of Manasseh during the wilderness period. He is recorded as the son of Gilead and brother to notable figures such as Helek and Asriel. This brief mention serves primarily to anchor his lineage within the broader genealogical records of Israel’s tribes.
Lexical sources note that Iezer is likely a variant or alternative name for Abiezer, a figure associated with the clan of Gideon. While Abiezer translates to "my father is help," the form Iezer is sometimes interpreted as "no help." This contrast highlights how personal names in Scripture often functioned as theological statements about God’s provision or the absence of human reliance.
Though the text does not elaborate on his deeds, the inclusion of his name preserves the identity of a specific family line. It reminds readers that the history of Israel is built upon the lives of many individuals whose names are preserved in the census records, ensuring their place in the nation’s heritage remains intact.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
Names in Scripture often carry deep meaning, acting as quiet prayers or declarations about God’s character. The name Iezer, found in Numbers 26:30, stands alongside others in the tribe of Manasseh. While some scholars suggest its root might imply a lack of help, the biblical record places him firmly within the lineage of Gilead. This inclusion reminds us that every person matters to God, regardless of how their name is interpreted.
We are part of a larger story than our own immediate circumstances. Just as Iezer’s name was preserved in the census, your life and faith are recorded in God’s memory. The genealogies show that God keeps His promises through generations, honoring each individual who belongs to His people. You are not forgotten; you are held in the same faithful care that sustained Israel in the wilderness.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 1 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- Iezer1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- אִיעֶ֕זֶר1×
Key Verses
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Numbers 26:30
These are the sons of Gilead: of Iezer, the family of the Iezerites; of Helek, the family of the Helekites;
This verse lists Iezer as a son of Gilead, anchoring his identity within the tribal structure of Manasseh during the second census.