יְהוֹחָנָן
ye.ho.cha.nan
Jehohanan
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe word "ye.ho.cha.nan" (H3076I) is a Hebrew name that appears only once in the Bible. It is derived from the combination of "Yahweh" (a reference to the divine name "YHWH") and the common Hebrew noun "chanan", meaning "gracious" or "favour". The name "ye.ho.cha.nan" essentially translates to 'God is gracious' or 'Yahweh is a gracious gift'. The singular occurrence of this name in the Bible does not provide a detailed insight into its usage or significance. However, given its composition, it is likely that this name is used to convey the personality or trait of a person who embodies the qualities of graciousness and benevolence. The fact that the Bible attributes this name to an individual suggests that the person possesses a remarkable level of compassion and generosity. In its singular and specific context, "ye.ho.cha.nan" may serve as a distinctive marker of an individual's identity or reputation, signifying their commitment to living a life guided by God's graciousness.
Source data & methodology
Occurrences in Scripture
1 total occurrence across the text