יָזִיז (ya.ziz)
ya.ziz
Jaziz
N:N-M-PQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 1 verses
- Root
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- Part of speech
- N:N-M-P
Word Overview
The name יָזִיז (yāzîz) appears only once in the Hebrew Bible, recorded in 1 Chronicles 27:31 as a proper noun for one of King David’s officials. The text identifies him specifically as a Hagarite who held responsibility over the flocks, highlighting the inclusion of non-Israelite allies within the administrative structure of the United Monarchy.
Linguistically, the name derives from the root y-z-z, which carries the sense of moving, removing, or causing to stand out. As a personal name, it is interpreted to mean "He makes prominent" or "He causes to rise." This etymology suggests a character marked by distinction or elevation, fitting for someone entrusted with significant royal duties.
The singular occurrence of this name underscores the diverse composition of David’s court. By listing a Hagarite officer alongside other leaders, the chronicler illustrates the breadth of David’s influence and the integration of neighboring peoples into the kingdom’s governance, rather than treating them as outsiders.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
The name Jaziz appears in a single verse, 1 Chronicles 27:31, where he is listed as an official over King David’s flocks. His title identifies him as a Hagarite, a member of a non-Israelite group. This detail highlights that David’s administration included people from various backgrounds. It shows that leadership and service were not limited by ethnic origin alone.
His name suggests meaning related to rising or becoming prominent. For believers today, this offers a quiet reminder that God can use anyone for His purposes. Service in the kingdom often happens in practical roles, like managing resources or caring for others. These tasks are valuable regardless of one’s background.
This inclusion points to a broader picture of unity under God’s anointed king. It encourages us to value the diverse gifts within our own communities. When we work together, we reflect a wider vision of peace and cooperation.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 1 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- Jaziz1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- יָזִ֣יז1×
Key Verses
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I Chronicles 27:31
All these were the rulers of the property which was King David’s.
This verse lists Jaziz as a Hagarite official over David's flocks, showing the inclusion of non-Israelites in the king's administrative structure.