Bible Dictionary

Jezer

People & Groups • Old Testament

Jezer was a son of Naphtali and ancestor of the Jezerite family.

Definition

Jezer, meaning “form,” “purpose,” or “power,” was a son of Naphtali and the ancestor of the Jezerite family.

Jezer is listed among the sons of Naphtali in Genesis, Numbers, and 1 Chronicles.

His descendants were known as the Jezerites.

Genesis 46:24 Numbers 26:49 1 Chronicles 7:13

Smith's Bible Dictionary

(power), the third son of Naphtali, (Genesis 46:24; Numbers 26:49; 1 Chronicles 7:13) and father of the family of Jezerites.

International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)

<p>je'-zer (yecher, "form" or "purpose"): A "son" of Naphtali (Ge 46:24; Nu 26:49; 1Ch 7:13).</p>