Elizur אֱלִיצוּר
A leader from the tribe of Reuben.
Who is Elizur in the Bible?
Elizur son of Shedeur was a leader of the tribe of Reuben during the Israelites' wilderness journey following their exodus from Egypt (Numbers 1:5). He served as the official tribal leader responsible for organizing the Reubenites in various capacities, including assisting with the census of the people (Numbers 1:5), overseeing his tribe's encampment on the south side of the tabernacle (Numbers 2:10), presenting offerings at the dedication of the tabernacle (Numbers 7:30, 7:35), and leading the Reubenites in the order of march (Numbers 10:18). While the biblical text does not elaborate on his personal character or background, Elizur's prominence as a tribal leader reflects his importance in the administrative and military organization of Israel during the wilderness period.
Biography
Elizur, the son of Shedeur, was a prominent leader from the tribe of Reuben during the Israelites' wilderness journey after the Exodus from Egypt. He was appointed as the leader of the Reubenites and was responsible for organizing and leading the tribe in various aspects of the journey (Num.1.5). Elizur's duties included assisting in the census of the Israelites (Num.1.5), overseeing the encampment of the Reubenites on the south side of the tabernacle (Num.2.10), presenting the tribe's offerings at the dedication of the tabernacle (Num.7.30,35), and leading the Reubenites in the order of march (Num.10.18). As a tribal leader, Elizur played a significant role in the administrative and military organization of the Israelites during their time in the wilderness. The Bible does not provide any further details about Elizur's life or leadership beyond these specific responsibilities.
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In Scripture
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- Numbers 1:5
"These are the names of the men who are to assist you: From the tribe of Reuben, Elizur son of Shedeur;"
- Numbers 2:10
"On the south side, the divisions of Reuben are to camp under their standard: The leader of the Reubenites is Elizur son of Shedeur,"
- Numbers 7:30
"On the fourth day Elizur son of Shedeur, the leader of the Reubenites, drew near."
- Numbers 7:35
"and a peace offering of two oxen, five rams, five male goats, and five male lambs a year old. This was the offering of Elizur son of Shedeur."
- Numbers 10:18
"Then the divisions of the camp of Reuben set out under their standard, with Elizur son of Shedeur in command."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | אֱלִיצוּר |