Eleazar

/ˌɛliˈeɪzər/ proper noun

Definition

A Hebrew name meaning 'God has helped,' borne by several figures in the Bible, particularly a high priest of Israel and sons of various biblical figures.

Etymology

From Hebrew 'El' (God) + 'azar' (helped, rescued). The name appears throughout the Old Testament in genealogies and religious narratives, indicating its importance in Jewish tradition.

Kelly Says

The name Eleazar appears 70+ times in the Bible, but always as a supporting character—never the main story—yet the name itself means 'God has helped,' suggesting those who bear it played crucial background roles in God's plan.

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