Jochebed Name Meaning

The name Jochebed is of Hebrew origin and carries a strong biblical significance. In Hebrew, the name is spelled יוֹכֶבֶד (Yocheved) and it means "the Lord is glory" or "God's honor."

In the Bible (Exodus 6:20), Jochebed is mentioned as the mother of Moses, the great leader and prophet of Israel who played a vital role in the liberation of the Hebrew slaves from Egypt. Jochebed's story showcases her courage and faith as she defied the Pharaoh's decree to kill all Hebrew male infants and instead, hid Moses and ultimately saved his life by placing him in a basket on the Nile River.