Strong's Lexicon Azzur: Azzur Original Word: עַזּוּר Word Origin: Derived from the Hebrew root עָזַר (azar), meaning "to help" or "to support." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There are no direct Greek equivalents for the name Azzur in the Strong's Greek Dictionary, as it is a proper Hebrew name. However, the concept of "help" or "support" can be related to Greek words like βοηθέω (boētheō - Strong's Greek 997), meaning "to help" or "to come to the aid of." Usage: The name Azzur means "helpful" or "one who helps." It is used as a proper name for individuals in the Old Testament, signifying a person who is seen as a helper or supporter. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Hebrew culture, names often carried significant meanings and were sometimes indicative of a person's character or role within their community. The name Azzur, meaning "helpful," would have been a desirable trait, reflecting the value placed on community support and assistance. The name appears in contexts related to leadership and prophecy, suggesting individuals of some standing or influence. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom azar Definition "helpful," three Isr. NASB Translation Azzur (3). Brown-Driver-Briggs עַזּוּר and (once) עַזֻּר proper name, masculine Αζωρ, Εζερ Ιαζερ: 1 father of Hananiah Jeremiah 28:1. 2 עַזֻּר Ezekiel 11:1 3 a chief of people Nehemiah 10:18. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Azur, Azzur Or mazzur {az-zoor'}; from azar; helpful; Azzur, the name of three Israelites -- Azur, Azzur. see HEBREW azar Forms and Transliterations עַזֻּ֛ר עַזּ֨וּר עַזּֽוּר׃ עזור עזור׃ עזר ‘az·zur ‘az·zūr ‘azzur ‘azzūr azZurLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Nehemiah 10:17 HEB: אָטֵ֥ר חִזְקִיָּ֖ה עַזּֽוּר׃ NAS: Ater, Hezekiah, Azzur, KJV: Ater, Hizkijah, Azzur, INT: Ater Hezekiah Azzur Jeremiah 28:1 Ezekiel 11:1 3 Occurrences |