Eleazar אֶלְעָזָר
Son of Dodo, one of David's mighty men
Who is Eleazar in the Bible?
Eleazar son of Dodo the Ahohite was one of David's mighty men, remembered for his exceptional bravery in battle against the Philistines (2 Samuel 23:9, 1 Chronicles 11:12). When the Philistines gathered for battle at Pas Dammim, the men of Israel withdrew, but Eleazar stood his ground and struck down the Philistines until his hand grew so tired that it froze to his sword. The Lord brought about a great victory that day through Eleazar's courageous stand. His story exemplifies the loyalty and martial prowess of David's elite warriors and demonstrates how God worked through individual acts of faithfulness and courage to deliver Israel from its enemies.
Biography
Eleazar, the son of Dodo the Ahohite, is mentioned in 2Sa.23.9 and 1Ch.11.12 as one of David's mighty men. He was among the three mighty warriors who were with David when they defied the Philistines gathered at Pas Dammim. The Philistines had assembled there for battle, and the men of Israel withdrew. But Eleazar stood his ground and struck down the Philistines until his hand grew tired and froze to the sword. The Lord brought about a great victory that day, and the troops returned to Eleazar, but only to strip the dead. This account highlights Eleazar's bravery, loyalty to David, and his significant role in securing a victory against the Philistines.
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In Scripture
2 biblical books2 Samuel 1 verse
- 2 Samuel 23:9
"Next in command was Eleazar son of Dodo the Ahohite. As one of the three mighty men, he went with David to taunt the Philistines who had gathered for battle at Pas-dammim. The men of Israel retreated,"
1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 11:12
"Next in command was Eleazar son of Dodo the Ahohite, one of the three mighty men."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | אֶלְעָזָר | Elazar , the name of seven Israelites |