Overseer of David's agricultural workers.
Ezri
Named in 1 verse of 1 Chronicles, first in 1 Chronicles 27:26.
עֶזְרִיEzri
The name means “my help.” Hitchcock's Bible Names, 1869
- Father
- Chelub
About Ezri Written by AI
Ezri is mentioned in 1 Chronicles 27:26 as the overseer of King David's agricultural workers who tilled the soil. He was responsible for managing the laborers who worked in the fields, likely ensuring that the king's lands were properly cultivated and productive. This brief mention of Ezri provides insight into the organization and administration of David's kingdom, showing that he had appointed officials to oversee various aspects of the economy and agriculture.
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
Help of Jehovah, the son of Chelub. He superintended, under David, those who “did the work of the field for tillage” (1 Chr. 27:26).
M. G. Easton, Illustrated Bible Dictionary, third edition (1897), public domain, from CrossWire. Shown as written; its Scripture quotes are from older translations.
Where the Bible names him
- 1 Chronicles 27:26
Ezri son of Chelub was in charge of the workers in the fields who tilled the soil.
From STEPBible's TIPNR, Tyndale House Cambridge (CC BY 4.0): names, family, references and the AI written article. Verse text is the BSB.