Bible Dictionary
Elizur
Elizur was a prince and leader of the tribe of Reuben during Israel’s wilderness journey.
Definition
Elizur was a chief or prince of the tribe of Reuben and was over the host of Reuben. His name means “My God is a rock.”
Biblical Usage
Elizur is named in the wilderness records as Reuben’s tribal leader and representative. He appears in the arrangements of Israel’s camp, census, offerings, and march.
Historical Background
His position belonged to Israel’s tribal organization during the wilderness period. He represented Reuben in the ordered host of Israel.
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
prince of the tribe and over the host of Reuben. (Numbers 1:5; 2:10; 7:30,35; 10:18)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>e-li'-zur ('elitsur; Septuagint Eleiour, Elisour, "My God is a rock"; compare Zuriel "my rock is God" (Nu 3:35)):</p><p>A chief or prince of the tribe of Reuben (Nu 1:5; 2:10; 7:30,35; 10:18).</p>