Eliezer אֱלִיעֶ֫זֶר

Male H0461G 1 book

Of Damascus, Abraham's servant and potential heir.

Biography

Eliezer of Damascus was a servant in Abraham's household who was mentioned as a potential heir to Abraham's estate before the birth of Ishmael and Isaac (Gen.15.2). In a conversation with God, Abraham lamented his lack of children and named Eliezer as the steward of his house and the one who would inherit his possessions. However, God promised Abraham that he would have a son of his own, and this promise was fulfilled through the births of Ishmael and Isaac.

In Scripture

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Genesis 1 verse
  • Genesis 15:2

    "Abram said, “Lord Yahweh, what will you give me, since I go childless, and he who will inherit my estate is Eliezer of Damascus?”"

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Names & Aliases

Form Language Script Strong's
Named Hebrew אֱלִיעֶ֫זֶר H0461G