Yeshua
/jɛˈʃu.ə/noun
A common Jewish name, traditionally interpreted as 'Yahweh is salvation'.
Did you know?In early Christianity, the name Yeshua evolved into 'Jesus', reflecting a significant transformation in spiritual identity and cultural context.
Etymological Timeline
Hebrew Bible
Hebrew
יֵשׁוּעַ
“A name denoting divine salvation.”
1st Century
Greek
Ἰησοῦς
“The Greek transliteration of Yeshua, used in the New Testament.”
4th Century
Latin
Iesus
“The Latin form of the Greek name, solidifying its use in the Western Church.”
Modern English
English
Jesus
“The name as it appears in modern English, widely recognized in Christian contexts.”