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Jochebed

Jochebed in the Bible — aunt and wife of Amram, mother of Moses (EXO 6:20). Jochebed belonged to the tribe of Levi. Referenced in 6 scripture passages.

Name meaning: glorious; honorable

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Gender
female
Tribe
Levi
Scripture References
6 references
Known Names
1 name
Relationships
5 connections

Names & Labels (1)

Jochebedproper name
Hebrew
יוֹכֶבֶד
Transliteration
yokheved
Meaning
y-h-v-h is glorious
Greek
Ιωχαβεδ
Reference
EXO 6:20
Strong's
H3115

Family & Relationships (5)

sister

Kohath(EXO 6:20)

wife

Amram(EXO 6:20, NUM 26:59)

mother

Aaron(EXO 6:20, NUM 26:59)
Moses(EXO 6:20, NUM 26:59)
Miriam(EXO 15:20, NUM 26:59)

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Jochebed in the Bible?

Jochebed is described in the Bible as aunt and wife of Amram, mother of Moses (EXO 6:20). Jochebed belonged to the tribe of Levi.

What does the name Jochebed mean?

The name Jochebed means “glorious; honorable” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.

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