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Jeshua(5)
Jeshua in the Bible — Levite whose sons (descendants) returned to Judah after captivity (EZR 2:40). Jeshua belonged to the tribe of Levi. Referenced in 3 scripture passages.
Name meaning: “same as Joshua”
Profile
- Gender
- male
- Tribe
- Levi
- Scripture References
- 3 references
- Known Names
- 1 name
- Relationships
- 2 connections
Names & Labels (1)
Jeshuaproper name
- Hebrew
- יֵשׁוּעַ
- Transliteration
- yeshua
- Meaning
- y-h-v-h saves
- Greek
- Ἰησοῦ
- Reference
- EZR 2:40
- Strong's
- H3442
Notes
of the sons of Hodaviah. A peer/brother of Kadmiel? (EZR 2:40). Father of Jozabad (EZR 8:33)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Jeshua in the Bible?
Jeshua is described in the Bible as Levite whose sons (descendants) returned to Judah after captivity (EZR 2:40). Jeshua belonged to the tribe of Levi.
What does the name Jeshua mean?
The name Jeshua means “same as Joshua” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.