יְזִיאֵל (ye.zav.el)
ye.zav.el
Jeziel
N:N-M-PQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 1 verses
- Root
- —
- Part of speech
- N:N-M-P
Word Overview
The name Yezi’el, rendered in English as Jeziel, appears only once in the Hebrew Bible, recorded in 1 Chronicles 12:3. It identifies a specific individual from the tribe of Benjamin who became one of David’s mighty warriors. The text notes that he and his relatives joined David at Ziklag during a time when the king was fleeing from King Saul.
Linguistically, the name combines the word for assembly or congregation with the name of God, meaning "the assembly of God." This etymology suggests a family identity rooted in communal worship or civic duty within Israel. As a Benjamite, Jeziel belonged to a tribe often associated with early royal history, yet here he is listed among those who voluntarily aligned themselves with David’s growing band of followers.
His brief mention highlights the shifting political landscape of ancient Judah. While his brother Pelet is also named, Yezi’el serves as a concrete example of how individuals from various tribes and backgrounds coalesced around David. The record preserves not just a name, but a moment of loyalty that contributed to the consolidation of David’s kingdom.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
The name Jeziel means "the assembly of God." It appears only once in Scripture, recorded in 1 Chronicles 12:3. This brief mention identifies him as a Benjamite warrior who joined David at Ziklag. His presence shows how individuals from different tribes came together to support a leader chosen by God.
For your faith, this name reminds us that God values every person who joins His community. You do not need to be famous or hold a high position to matter. When you gather with other believers, you are part of that same holy assembly. Your loyalty and presence contribute to the strength of the church.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 1 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- and/ Jeziel1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- וִ/יזִיאֵ֥ל1×
Key Verses
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I Chronicles 12:3
The chief was Ahiezer, then Joash, the sons of Shemaah the Gibeathite; Jeziel and Pelet, the sons of Azmaveth; Beracah; Jehu the Anathothite;
This verse lists Jeziel among the mighty men who joined David, showing his specific role in the consolidation of the kingdom.