Ezer

Smith’s Bible Dictionary (1863)

(treasure).

• A son of Ephraim, who was slain by the aboriginal inhabitants of Gath while engaged in a foray on their cattle. (1 Chronicles 7:21) (B.C. before 1491.)

• A priest who assisted in the dedication of the walls of Jerusalem under Nehemiah. (Nehemiah 12:42) (B.C. 446.)

• Father of Hushah of the sons of Hur. (1 Chronicles 4:4)

• One of the Gadite chiefs who fought with David. (1 Chronicles 12:8,9) (B.C. 1054.)

• One who aided in repairing the wall at Jerusalem; a Levite. (Nehemiah 3:19)

Easton’s Bible Dictionary (1897)

Treasure. (1.) One of the sons of Seir, the native princes, “dukes,” of Mount Hor (Gen. 36:21, 27). (2.) 1 Chr. 7:21; (3.) 4:4. (4.) One of the Gadite champions who repaired to David at Ziklag (12:9). (5.) A Levite (Neh. 3:19). (6.) A priest (12:42).

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