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Barabas Name Meaning

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  • Meaning:Hebrew - Barabba, Hebrew - Barabba
  • Gender:Boy
  • Origin:Hebrew

More About The Name Barabas

The name Barabas is derived from the Aramaic name "Bar-abbas," meaning "son of the father." It gained popularity as a given name in certain cultures, particularly among Christians, due to its association with a biblical character.

In the New Testament of the Bible, Barabbas is a criminal who was released by Pontius Pilate instead of Jesus Christ. This historical event is significant in Christian theology as it represents the substitutionary sacrifice of Jesus, who was crucified in place of Barabbas.

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