Ezril
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Ezril in the Bible?
A man listed among those who had married foreign wives, mentioned in 1 Esdras 9:34 and Ezra 10:41, also known as Azarel.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Ezril helps readers understand the specific individuals involved in the strict enforcement of endogamy during the Persian period, illustrating how personal family decisions were subject to communal religious regulation.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Ezril reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Ezril in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Ezril clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Ezra 10:41
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Source Attribution
Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and shortened for clarity.
How to Cite This Entry
"Ezril." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/ezril/