Lexical Definition
יָזִיז Yâzîyz (yaw-zeez') Jaziz N:N-M-P
from the same as זִיז; he will make prominent
Jaziz.
- § Jaziz = "He makes prominent"
- Jaziz, an Israelite
1) a Hagarite, officer of David in charge of the flocks
| Form | Translated As | In Verse(s) |
|---|---|---|
| יָזִ֣יז | Jaziz | 1Chr.27.31 |
| Ιαζίζ | Jaziz | LXX.1Chr.27.31 |
Extended Information
- A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.27.31
Brown-Driver-Briggs
יָזִיז proper name, masculine an officer of David יָזִיז הַהַגְרִי 1Chr 27:31.
Brown-Driver-Briggs References
| Book | Refs |
|---|---|
| 1 Chronicles | 27:31 |
Profile
Male • Hagrite in charge of David's flocks
Man living at the time of Divided Monarchy
Jaziz the Hagrite was in charge of King David's flocks.
- A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.27.31;
- only referred to as Jaziz יָזִיז.
Jaziz the Hagrite is mentioned in 1 Chronicles 27:31 as the individual responsible for overseeing King David's flocks. He was one of the officials appointed by David to manage various aspects of his kingdom. The Hagrites were a nomadic people who lived in the region east of Gilead, and they were known for their skill in tending livestock. Jaziz's appointment to this position suggests that he had expertise in animal husbandry and was trusted by David to manage this important resource. The text does not provide any further details about Jaziz's life or his role in David's administration.
All entries for Jaziz: יָזִיז