Elizur אֱלִיצוּר
A leader from the tribe of Reuben.
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
1 biblical bookNumbers 5 verses
- Numbers 1:5
"These are the names of the men who shall stand with you: Of Reuben: Elizur the son of Shedeur."
- Numbers 2:10
"“On the south side shall be the standard of the camp of Reuben according to their divisions. The prince of the children of Reuben shall be Elizur the son of Shedeur."
- Numbers 7:30
"On the fourth day Elizur the son of Shedeur, prince of the children of Reuben,"
- Numbers 7:35
"and for the sacrifice of peace offerings, two head of cattle, five rams, five male goats, and five male lambs a year old. This was the offering of Elizur the son of Shedeur."
- Numbers 10:18
"The standard of the camp of Reuben went forward according to their armies. Elizur the son of Shedeur was over his army."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script | Strong's |
|---|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | אֱלִיצוּר | H0468 |