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Joshua

The Lord is salvation

JOSH-oo-uh · Hebrew · Old Testament

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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