Jump to: Hitchcock's • Smith's • ISBE • Concordance • Thesaurus • Greek • Library • Subtopics • Terms Topical Encyclopedia Overview:The name "Jose" is a variant of the Hebrew name "Joseph," which means "he will add" or "God will increase." In the context of the Bible, "Jose" is not directly mentioned; however, it is often associated with the biblical figure Joseph, a prominent character in both the Old and New Testaments. Joseph is a significant patriarch in the history of Israel and a key figure in the narrative of Jesus' earthly lineage. Old Testament Context: In the Old Testament, Joseph is the eleventh son of Jacob and the firstborn of Rachel. His account is primarily found in the Book of Genesis, chapters 37-50. Joseph is known for his coat of many colors, his ability to interpret dreams, and his rise to power in Egypt. Despite being sold into slavery by his jealous brothers, Joseph's faithfulness to God leads to his eventual position as second-in-command to Pharaoh. Through his wisdom and God's providence, Joseph saves Egypt and his own family from famine. Key Passages: · Genesis 37:3-4 : "Now Israel loved Joseph more than his other sons, because he had been born to him in his old age; and he made him a robe of many colors. When his brothers saw that their father loved him more than any of them, they hated him and could not speak a kind word to him." · Genesis 50:20 : "As for you, what you intended against me for evil, God intended for good, in order to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives." New Testament Context: In the New Testament, Joseph is the earthly father of Jesus Christ, the husband of Mary. He is described as a righteous man who obeys God's commands, taking Mary as his wife despite her miraculous pregnancy. Joseph plays a crucial role in the early life of Jesus, providing protection and guidance as they flee to Egypt to escape King Herod's massacre. Key Passages: · Matthew 1:19-21 : "Because Joseph her husband was a righteous man and was unwilling to disgrace her publicly, he resolved to divorce her quietly. But after he had pondered these things, an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream and said, 'Joseph, son of David, do not be afraid to embrace Mary as your wife, for the One conceived in her is from the Holy Spirit. She will give birth to a Son, and you are to give Him the name Jesus, because He will save His people from their sins.'" · Matthew 2:13-14 : "When the Magi had gone, an angel of the Lord appeared to Joseph in a dream. 'Get up!' he said. 'Take the Child and His mother and flee to Egypt. Stay there until I tell you, for Herod is going to search for the Child to kill Him.' So he got up, took the Child and His mother by night, and withdrew to Egypt." Theological Significance: Joseph's life exemplifies faithfulness, obedience, and trust in God's plan. In the Old Testament, Joseph's account is a testament to God's sovereignty and His ability to bring good out of evil circumstances. In the New Testament, Joseph's role as the earthly father of Jesus highlights the importance of obedience to God's will and the fulfillment of prophecy. Both figures named Joseph demonstrate the virtues of integrity, humility, and unwavering faith in God's promises. Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary JoseSmith's Bible Dictionary Jose(another form of JOSES), son of Eliezer, in the genealogy of Jesus Christ. (Luke 3:29) International Standard Bible Encyclopedia JOSEjo'-se (Iose): the King James Version form for "Jesus" (Iesous) in Luke's genealogy (Luke 3:29), the Revised Version (British and American) Greek Greek 2499. Iose -- Jose. ... 2498, 2499. Iose. 2500 . Jose. ... Word Origin variant reading for Ioses, qv. Jose. Genitive case of Ioses; Jose, an Israelite -- Jose. see GREEK Ioses. ... //strongsnumbers.com/greek2/2499.htm - 6k Library Divers Matters. Appendix 1 Massecheth Middoth Jews and Gentiles in "The Land" Appendix iv. An Abstract of Jewish History from the Reign of ... Spiritual Dryness. Tsippor Some Other Memorable Places of the City. The Consistories of More Note: Out of the Babylonian Talmud ... To the Rev. A. Brandram To the Editors of El Espanol Thesaurus Jose (1 Occurrence)... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia JOSE. jo'-se (Iose): the King ... American) Greek. Multi-Version Concordance Jose (1 Occurrence). Luke 3:29 ... /j/jose.htm - 6k Josaphias Joseb-bassebeth (1 Occurrence) Jorim (1 Occurrence) Levi (79 Occurrences) Elie'zer (14 Occurrences) Eliezer (14 Occurrences) Matthat (2 Occurrences) Talmud Resources Who was Jose Luis de Jesus Miranda? Was Jose Luis de Jesus Miranda the antichrist? | GotQuestions.orgQuestions about Cults & Religions (All) | GotQuestions.org Regional Religions ' Article Index | GotQuestions.org Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Concordance Jose (1 Occurrence)Luke 3:29 Subtopics Related Terms |
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