Strong’s H5831

עֶזְרָא

Part of speech

Proper Name Masculine

Transliteration

`Ezra'

Pronunciation

ez-rah

Definition

Ezra

Meaning

Ezra

Usage

The name "Ezra" means "help" or "helper." In the Bible, Ezra is a significant figure known for his role as a scribe and priest who led the return of the Jewish exiles from Babylon to Jerusalem. He is credited with re-establishing the Torah as the foundation of Jewish life and worship in the post-exilic community.

Bible references

Ezra 7:12;Ezra 7:21;Ezra 7:25