Jehoshua
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Jehoshua in the Bible?
The Hebrew form of the name 'Joshua'; it occurs in the King James Version of Nu 13:16 and in some editions of the King James Version in 1Ch 7:27.
SIGNIFICANCE
Understanding this name clarifies the identity of the leader who succeeded Moses and guided the Israelites into the Promised Land, providing context for the transition of leadership in the biblical narrative.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Jehoshua reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Jehoshua in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Jehoshua clarify?
Source Attribution
Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and shortened for clarity.
How to Cite This Entry
"Jehoshua." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/jehoshua/