Bible Person

Eliezer

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This Eliezer entry refers to Abraham's steward of Damascus, not to the later priests, chiefs, and reform-list figures of the same name. He belongs to the patriarchal household world before Isaac's line is established through a son. First appears in Gen 15:2.1

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Identity

male

First appears

Gen 15:2

AI summary: This Eliezer matters because his single cross reference stands at a crucial moment when Abraham voices the tension between promise and present reality. The entry also evokes the trusted servant through whom Abraham's household is managed and, by later association, through whom Isaac's marriage arrangements are carried out. Taken together, the material presents this Eliezer as a key steward in the patriarchal household.1

Central Figure

Eliezer

Meaning: help

“Of Damascus,” the “steward” (R.V., “possessor”) of Abraham’s house (Gen.

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Identity

male