Etymology and Meaning: The name "Iezer" is derived from the Hebrew root words "ya'az" meaning "to help" and "ezer" meaning "help" or "aid." Thus, Iezer can be understood to mean "God is help" or "helpful."

Biblical References: Iezer is mentioned in the context of the genealogies and tribal divisions of Israel. He is recognized as a descendant of Manasseh, one of the sons of Joseph, and is associated with the Iezerites, a clan within the tribe of Manasseh.

Scriptural Citations:
1. Numbers 26:30: "These were the descendants of Gilead: the Iezerite clan from Iezer, the Helekite clan from Helek."

In this passage, Iezer is listed among the descendants of Gilead, who was a grandson of Manasseh. The Iezerites are identified as one of the clans that emerged from Gilead, indicating their role in the tribal structure of Israel.

2. Joshua 17:2: "So this allotment was for the rest of the descendants of Manasseh—the clans of Abiezer, Helek, Asriel, Shechem, Hepher, and Shemida. These were the male descendants of Manasseh son of Joseph by their clans."

Here, the Iezerites are indirectly referenced as part of the broader family of Manasseh. The passage outlines the distribution of land among the clans of Manasseh, highlighting the Iezerites' inclusion in the inheritance of the Promised Land.

Historical and Cultural Context: The tribe of Manasseh was one of the twelve tribes of Israel, and it held a significant portion of land on both sides of the Jordan River. The Iezerites, as a clan within this tribe, would have participated in the communal and religious life of Israel, contributing to the collective identity and mission of the nation as God's chosen people.

Theological Significance: The mention of Iezer and his descendants underscores the importance of family lineage and tribal affiliation in the Old Testament. It reflects the fulfillment of God's promises to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob regarding the multiplication of their descendants and the inheritance of the land. The Iezerites, like other clans, played a role in the unfolding narrative of God's covenant with Israel.

Related Entries: For further study, see entries on Manasseh, Gilead, and the tribal allotments in the Book of Joshua. These entries provide additional context and detail regarding the historical and theological significance of the tribes and clans of Israel.IEZER; IEZERITES

i-e'-zer, i-e'-zer-its ('i`ezer, Numbers 26:30): Contracted from ABIEZER (Joshua 17:2, etc.) (which see).

372. Iezer -- "region of help," two Israelites
... 371, 372. Iezer. 373 . "region of help," two Israelites. Transliteration:
Iezer Phonetic Spelling: (ee-eh'-zer) Short Definition: Iezer. ...
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373. Iezri -- a descendant of Iezer
... Iezri. 374 . a descendant of Iezer. Transliteration: Iezri Phonetic Spelling:
(ee-ez-ree') Short Definition: Iezerites. Word Origin from Iezer Definition a desc ...
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Iezer (1 Occurrence)
... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia IEZER; IEZERITES. ie'-zer, ie'-zer ... which see).
Multi-Version Concordance Iezer (1 Occurrence). Numbers 26 ...
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Ie'zer (1 Occurrence)
... Iezer, Ie'zer. Iezerite . ... Numbers 26:30 These are the sons of Gilead: of Iezer,
the family of the Iezerites; of Helek, the family of the Helekites; (See RSV ...
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Iezerites (1 Occurrence)
... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia IEZER; IEZERITES. ie'-zer, ie'-zer-its ('i`ezer,
Numbers 26:30): Contracted from ABIEZER (Joshua 17:2, etc.) (which see). ...
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Jeezer (1 Occurrence)
... je-e'-zer (the King James Version) ('i`ezer; the Revised Version (British and American)
IEZER): The name of a elan of Gilead (Numbers 26:30), but read la-'abhi ...
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Iezerite (1 Occurrence)
... Numbers 26:30 These are the sons of Gilead: of Iezer, the family of the Iezerites;
of Helek, the family of the Helekites; (Root in WEB JPS ASV BBE NAS NIV). ...
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Ie'zerites (1 Occurrence)
... Ie'zerites (1 Occurrence). Numbers 26:30 These are the sons of Gilead: of Iezer,
the family of the Iezerites; of Helek, the family of the Helekites; (See RSV). ...
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Ieddias

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Abiezer (7 Occurrences)
... ab-ie'-zer, a-bi-e'-zer ('abhi`ezer, "father of help," or "my father is help." Iezer,
Iezerite (in the King James Version Jeezer, Jeezerite), is Abiezer with ...
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Clan (96 Occurrences)
... (See NIV). Numbers 26:30 These are the sons of Gilead: of Iezer, the family of
the Iezerites; of Helek, the family of the Helekites; (See NIV). ...
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