Ezer עֵ֫זֶר
Ruler of Mizpah; repaired a section of Jerusalem's wall.
Who is Ezer in the Bible?
Ezer was the ruler of Mizpah who participated in the reconstruction of Jerusalem's wall under Nehemiah's leadership. According to Nehemiah 3:19, Ezer repaired a section of the wall near the armory at a strategic angle, indicating he was responsible for a particularly important part of the city's defenses. As a regional ruler with significant resources and influence, his involvement in the rebuilding project exemplified the cooperation and unity among Jewish leaders despite the opposition they faced. Ezer's contribution to restoring Jerusalem's walls demonstrates the commitment of local authorities to protecting their community during this critical period of restoration after the Babylonian exile.
Biography
Ezer, the ruler of Mizpah, is mentioned in Neh.3.19 as one of the individuals who helped repair Jerusalem's wall during the time of Nehemiah. He repaired a section of the wall near the armory, which was located at the angle of the wall. This suggests that Ezer was responsible for a strategically important part of the city's defenses. As the ruler of Mizpah, Ezer likely had significant influence and resources, which he used to contribute to the rebuilding efforts. His participation in the wall's restoration demonstrates the unity and cooperation among the Jewish leaders and people in the face of opposition and challenges.
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In Scripture
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- Nehemiah 3:19
"And next to him, Ezer son of Jeshua, ruler of Mizpah, repaired another section opposite the ascent to the armory, near the angle in the wall."
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Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | עֵ֫זֶר |