443. Elzabad

Lexicon

Elzabad: Elzabad

Original Word: אֶלְזָבָד
Part of Speech: Proper Name Masculine
Transliteration: Elzabad
Pronunciation: el-zaw-BAWD
Phonetic Spelling: (el-zaw-bawd')
Definition: Elzabad
Meaning: Elzabad

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

Elzabad

From 'el and zabad; God has bestowed; Elzabad, the name of two Israelites -- Elzabad.

see HEBREW 'el

see HEBREW zabad

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
from el and zabad
Definition
"God has given," two Isr.
NASB Translation
Elzabad (2).

Brown-Driver-Briggs

אֶלְזָבָד proper name, masculine (God has given, compare Θεόδωρος זַבְדִּיאֵל, זְבַדְיָה)

a. one of David's band of Gadites 1 Chronicles 12:12.

b. Korahite 1 Chronicles 26:7.

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Derived from two Hebrew words: אֵל (El, meaning "God") and זָבַד (zabad, meaning "has given").

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There are no direct corresponding Greek entries for Elzabad, as it is a Hebrew proper noun specific to the Old Testament context. However, the concept of divine gifting or providence can be found in various Greek terms related to God's grace and giving, such as χάρις (charis, meaning "grace") and δόσις (dosis, meaning "gift").

Usage: Elzabad is used as a proper noun, specifically a personal name, in the Hebrew Bible.

Context: Elzabad is a name found in the Old Testament, attributed to two individuals:

• Elzabad, the Gadite: He is listed among the mighty warriors who joined David at Ziklag, as recorded in 1 Chronicles 12:12. These warriors were instrumental in supporting David during his time of need, showcasing their loyalty and valor. The passage highlights the diverse backgrounds of David's supporters, with Elzabad representing the tribe of Gad.

• Elzabad, the Korahite: Another individual named Elzabad is mentioned in 1 Chronicles 26:7. He is identified as a Korahite, part of the Levitical family responsible for various duties in the temple. This Elzabad is noted as one of the sons of Shemaiah, who were gatekeepers, a role of significant responsibility in maintaining the sanctity and security of the temple.

The name Elzabad, meaning "God has given," reflects a common theme in Hebrew names, where the acknowledgment of divine providence and blessing is emphasized. The individuals bearing this name are associated with roles of strength and service, whether in military or religious contexts.

Forms and Transliterations

אֶלְזָבָ֖ד אֶלְזָבָ֛ד אלזבד ’el·zā·ḇāḏ ’elzāḇāḏ elzaVad

Englishman's Concordance

1 Chronicles 12:13
HEB: יֽוֹחָנָן֙ הַשְּׁמִינִ֔י אֶלְזָבָ֖ד הַתְּשִׁיעִֽי׃
INT: Jehohanan eight Elzabad ninth

1 Chronicles 26:7
HEB: וּרְפָאֵ֨ל וְעוֹבֵ֧ד אֶלְזָבָ֛ד אֶחָ֖יו בְּנֵי־
NAS: Obed and Elzabad, whose brothers,
KJV: and Obed, Elzabad, whose brethren
INT: Rephael Obed and Elzabad brothers men

2 Occurrences

Strong's Hebrew 443
2 Occurrences

’el·zā·ḇāḏ — 2 Occ.