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H3151 · Hebrew · Old Testament
יָזִיז
Yaziz
Proper Noun
he will cause to shine / to glisten

Definition

Yaziz (H3151) is the name of the Hagrite appointed by David as overseer of his flocks (1 Chr 27:31). The name may derive from a root meaning 'to cause to shine' or 'to glisten,' suggesting brilliance or vigor. He represents the skilled administrators of the Davidic kingdom.

Usage & Theological Significance

David's administrative roster in 1 Chronicles 27 reveals a kingdom that required skilled stewardship at every level — from military commanders to livestock managers. Yaziz the Hagrite overseeing the flocks points to the integration of foreigners into God's covenant people, a pattern woven throughout Scripture from Ruth to Rahab. More broadly, the detailed stewardship of livestock was fundamental to Israel's economy and worship — the very animals that would become offerings. To tend the flock faithfully was to participate in the sacred economy.

Key Bible Verses

1 Chronicles 27:31 Over the flocks was Jaziz the Hagrite. All these were stewards of King David's property.
1 Chronicles 27:1 This is the number of the people of Israel, the heads of fathers' houses, the commanders of thousands and hundreds.
Psalm 50:10 For every beast of the forest is mine, the cattle on a thousand hills.
Genesis 47:17 So they brought their livestock to Joseph, and Joseph gave them food in exchange for horses and flocks.
Proverbs 27:23 Know well the condition of your flocks, and give attention to your herds.

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