Atomic Bible

Leader from the tribe of Dan during the Exodus

Ahiezer

Named in 5 verses of Numbers, first in Numbers 1:12.

אֲחִיעֶ֫זֶרAhiezer

The name means “brother of assistance.” Hitchcock's Bible Names, 1869

Father
Ammishaddai
People
Tribe of Dan

About Ahiezer Written by AI

Ahiezer, the son of Ammishaddai, was a prominent leader from the tribe of Dan during the Israelites' journey through the wilderness. He was appointed by God as the head of his tribe and played a significant role in the census and organization of the Israelite camp. (Numbers 1:12; 2.25) Ahiezer's tribe was positioned on the north side of the tabernacle, along with the tribes of Asher and Naphtali. (Numbers 2:25) He presented his tribe's offering at the dedication of the tabernacle, which included a silver plate, a silver basin, and various animals for sacrifice. (Numbers 7:66) As a tribal leader, Ahiezer was responsible for leading the Danites in their journey and ensuring their obedience to God's commands. (Numbers 10:25)

Drafted by an AI model for STEPBible's TIPNR (Tyndale House Cambridge, CC BY 4.0). Check it against the verses below.

Easton's Bible Dictionary, 1897

This entry is on the name Ahiezer, and may cover more than one person or place by that name.

Brother of help; i.e., “helpful.” (1.) The chief of the tribe of Dan at the time of the Exodus (Num. 1:12; 2:25; 10:25).

(2.) The chief of the Benjamite slingers that repaired to David at Ziklag (1 Chr. 12:3).

M. G. Easton, Illustrated Bible Dictionary, third edition (1897), public domain, from CrossWire. Shown as written; its Scripture quotes are from older translations.

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Where the Bible names him

  1. Numbers 1:12

    from Dan, Ahiezer son of Ammishaddai;

  2. Numbers 2:25

    On the north side, the divisions of Dan are to camp under their standard: The leader of the Danites is Ahiezer son of Ammishaddai,

  3. Numbers 7:66

    On the tenth day Ahiezer son of Ammishaddai, the leader of the Danites, drew near.

  4. Numbers 7:71

    and a peace offering of two oxen, five rams, five male goats, and five male lambs a year old. This was the offering of Ahiezer son of Ammishaddai.

  5. Numbers 10:25

    Finally, the divisions of the camp of Dan set out under their standard, serving as the rear guard for all units, with Ahiezer son of Ammishaddai in command.

From STEPBible's TIPNR, Tyndale House Cambridge (CC BY 4.0): names, family, references and the AI written article. Verse text is the BSB.