Eliezer – behind the name
Biblical Hebrew: discover the true meaning
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Abraham’s servant
Before the miraculous birth of his son Isaac, Abram implores God, “What can you give me since I remain childless and the one who will inherit my estate is Eliezer of Damascus?” (Gen. 15:2). Eliezer was one of Abraham’s most loyal servants. He leads his life according to the principle that in times of need, he must rely on God for assistance. Remarkably, Eliezer’s name is perfectly fitting.
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Eliezer: a deeper meaning
Eliezer (אליעזר) is comprised of two words: eli (אלי) meaning “my God” and ezer (עזר) meaning “helper”. In one of the Bible’s most memorable stories, Eliezer travels hundreds of miles to find a bride for Abraham’s son, Isaac. Before choosing Rebecca as the bride, Eliezer prays, “I bowed down and worshiped the Lord. I praised the Lord, the God of my master Abraham, who had led me on the right road to get the granddaughter of my master’s brother for his son”. (Gen. 24:48)
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Hebrew reveals the secrets of the bible
Eliezer’s prayer is a perfect illustration of his loyalty to Abraham, as well as his reliance on God as his helper. Throughout the Bible, we find examples of people whose authentic character is encapsulated in their name. Unfortunately, the real meaning of all these Hebrew names is masked when you read the Bible in translation. If you want to unveil the deep truths of the real Bible, enroll in our live online Biblical Hebrew courses today.
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