Joshua
The Lord is salvation
JOSH-oo-uh · Hebrew · Old Testament
Meaning
The Lord is salvation
Also rendered as: Yahweh saves.
From Yehoshua; the same root underlies the Greek form Iesous.
The Story Behind the Name
Joshua son of Nun
Numbers 13-14 · Joshua 1
Moses' assistant who later led Israel into the land, remembered for steady courage and a charge to be strong.
StrengthsCourage, loyalty, long obedience.
Sharing a name with a biblical figure does not mean inheriting their story. These accounts are offered for reflection, not prediction.
Scripture
“Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.”
Joshua 1:9