Topical Encyclopedia Eluzai is a biblical figure mentioned in the Old Testament, specifically in the context of King David's reign. He is listed among the valiant warriors who served David, contributing to the establishment and defense of his kingdom. The name Eluzai is of Hebrew origin, and while its exact meaning is not definitively known, it is often interpreted as "God is my strength" or "God is my refuge," reflecting a common theme in Hebrew names that emphasize reliance on divine power.Biblical Reference: Eluzai is mentioned in 1 Chronicles 12:5, where he is listed among the mighty men who joined David at Ziklag. This period was marked by David's flight from King Saul, during which he gathered a loyal group of warriors who would later play crucial roles in his military campaigns and the consolidation of his rule over Israel. 1 Chronicles 12:1-7 provides the context: "Now these were the men who came to David at Ziklag while he was still banished from the presence of Saul son of Kish. They were among the mighty men, helpers in battle... Eluzai, Jerimoth, Bealiah, Shemariah, and Shephatiah the Haruphite." Historical and Theological Context: The inclusion of Eluzai in the list of David's mighty men highlights the diverse and formidable nature of David's forces. These men were not only skilled in battle but also deeply committed to David's cause, often at great personal risk. Their loyalty and prowess were instrumental in David's eventual ascension to the throne of Israel. From a theological perspective, the account of David's mighty men, including Eluzai, underscores the theme of divine providence and the fulfillment of God's promises. Despite the challenges and opposition David faced, God provided him with capable and faithful supporters who played a vital role in the realization of God's plan for Israel. Significance: Eluzai's mention, though brief, serves as a testament to the importance of each individual's contribution to the larger narrative of God's work through David. It reflects the biblical principle that God often uses a diverse group of people, each with unique gifts and strengths, to accomplish His purposes. The account of David and his mighty men, including Eluzai, continues to inspire believers to trust in God's provision and to serve faithfully in whatever capacity they are called. In summary, Eluzai is a minor yet significant figure in the biblical narrative, representing the strength and loyalty of those who supported David during a pivotal time in Israel's history. His inclusion in the Scriptures serves as a reminder of the collective effort required to fulfill God's plans and the importance of each individual's role in the divine account. Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary EluzaiSmith's Bible Dictionary Eluzai(God is my praise), one of the warriors of Benjamin who joined David at Ziklag. (1 Chronicles 12:5) (B.C. 1054.) International Standard Bible Encyclopedia ELUZAIe-lu'-za-i ('el`uzai, "God is my strength"; compare UZZIEL): WISDOM OF GOD (sophia): Luke 11:49 reads: "Therefore also said the wisdom of God, I will send unto them prophets and apostles; and some of them they shall kill and persecute." The patristic and many later commentators, on the basis of the parallel in Matthew 23:34, took "wisdom of God" here to be a self-designation of Christ-an interpretation, however, that is obviously impossible. Somewhat similar is the view (Meyer) that treats the words as a Lukan designation of Christ, with the assumption that Luke here reintroduces Christ as the speaker in order to give solemnity to the judgment pronounced. But this is incredibly awkward and has no parallel in the Lukan use for even more solemn passages. Much simpler is the interpretation (Hofmann, B. Weiss, Plummer) that regards Christ as announcing here a decree formed by God in the past. But it is the behavior of the present generation that is in point (compare Luke 13:8, 9; Luke 20:13; altogether different is Luke 10:21). And the circumstantial wording of what follows is inappropriate for such a decree, is without parallel in Christ's teaching, and implies rather a written source. In the Old Testament, however, no passage exists that resembles this (Proverbs 1:20-31 (so Godet) is quite out of the question). So many exegetes (Holtzmann, J. Weiss, Loisy, Harnack) find here a quotation from some lost source that our Lord approved and that was familiar to His hearers. This is certainly the most natural explanation. Nor can it be said to be impossible that Christ recognized genuine prophetic inspiration in some writing that was meant to have transitory value only and not to be preserved for future generations. Perhaps this bore the title "Wisdom of God" or represented "Wisdom" as speaking, as in Proverbs 1:22-33. ANGEL OF GOD See ANGEL. GOD, CHILDREN OF See CHILDREN OF GOD. GOD, THE FATHER See FATHER, GOD THE. GOD, THE UNKNOWN See UNKNOWN GOD. IMAGE OF GOD See GOD, IMAGE OF. NAMES OF GOD See GOD, NAMES OF. Strong's Hebrew 498. Eluzay -- "God is my strength," one of David's heroes... 497, 498. Eluzay. 499 . "God is my strength," one of David's heroes. Transliteration: Eluzay Phonetic Spelling: (el-oo-zah'ee) Short Definition: Eluzai. ... ... /hebrew/498.htm - 6k Thesaurus Eluzai (1 Occurrence)...ELUZAI. e-lu'-za-i ('el`uzai, "God is my strength"; compare UZZIEL): One of David's heroes (1 Chronicles 12:5). ... Multi-Version Concordance Eluzai (1 Occurrence). ... /e/eluzai.htm - 9k Elu'zai (1 Occurrence) Jerimoth (10 Occurrences) Jer'imoth (6 Occurrences) Elul (1 Occurrence) Beali'ah (1 Occurrence) Bealiah (1 Occurrence) Shephati'ah (12 Occurrences) Shemariah (5 Occurrences) Shephatiah (13 Occurrences) Resources Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible ThesuarusConcordance Eluzai (1 Occurrence)1 Chronicles 12:5 Subtopics Related Terms |
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