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Hezro; Hezrai

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What is the meaning of Hezro; Hezrai in the Bible?

Hezro was a native of Bethlehem and a member of David's thirty 'mighty men', as recorded in 2 Samuel 23:35 and 1 Chronicles 11:37.

SIGNIFICANCE

Identifying Hezro among the mighty men clarifies the composition of David's personal guard and highlights the regional origins of the warriors who supported his reign.

Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide

Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Hezro; Hezrai reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
  • Why did the biblical author mention Hezro; Hezrai in this passage?
  • What cultural or historical assumption does Hezro; Hezrai clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned: 2 Samuel 23:351 Chronicles 11:37

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

"Hezro; Hezrai." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/hezro-hezrai/
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