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Jochebed

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“YAHWEH is glory”

Jochebed from the Hebrew name יוֹכֶבֶד (Yokheved) which meant "Yahweh is glory". In the Old Testament this is the name of the mother of Miriam, Aaron and Moses.

Biblical namesake: Jochebed is known as the mother of Moses, Aaron, and Miriam, remembered for her courage and faith in protecting her children. (Exodus · Exodus 6:20, Numbers 26:59)

Biblical3 syllables · /ˈdʒɑ.kə.bɛd/

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