Oshea, also known as Hoshea, is a biblical figure primarily recognized as the original name of Joshua, the son of Nun. The name "Oshea" means "salvation" in Hebrew. This name is significant in the context of the biblical narrative, as it underscores the role that Joshua would later play in leading the Israelites into the Promised Land.

Biblical References:

1. Numbers 13:8, 16 : Oshea is first mentioned in the Book of Numbers as one of the twelve spies sent by Moses to explore the land of Canaan. "From the tribe of Ephraim, Hoshea son of Nun" (Numbers 13:8). Later, Moses changes his name to Joshua: "These are the names of the men Moses sent to spy out the land. And Moses gave Hoshea son of Nun the name Joshua" (Numbers 13:16). The change from Oshea to Joshua, which means "The LORD is salvation," signifies a divine mission and purpose.

2. Role as a Spy: As one of the twelve spies, Oshea (Joshua) was tasked with assessing the land of Canaan. Unlike the majority of the spies, Joshua, along with Caleb, brought back a positive report and encouraged the Israelites to trust in God's promise to give them the land. This act of faith distinguished him and Caleb from the other spies, who incited fear and rebellion among the people.

3. Leadership Transition: Following the death of Moses, Joshua assumes leadership of the Israelites. His journey from being Oshea to Joshua marks a transition from a follower to a leader chosen by God to fulfill His promises to the descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.

4. Symbolism and Typology: In Christian theology, Joshua is often seen as a type of Christ. Just as Joshua led the Israelites into the physical Promised Land, Jesus (whose name in Hebrew is Yeshua, a form of Joshua) leads believers into the spiritual Promised Land of salvation and eternal life.

Historical and Theological Significance:

Oshea's transformation into Joshua is emblematic of the transformative power of faith and obedience to God's will. His life and leadership exemplify the virtues of courage, faithfulness, and reliance on divine guidance. The narrative of Oshea/Joshua serves as an enduring testament to the importance of trusting in God's promises and the fulfillment of His covenant with His people.

In summary, Oshea, later known as Joshua, is a pivotal figure in the biblical narrative, representing both the fulfillment of God's promises to Israel and a foreshadowing of the ultimate salvation brought through Jesus Christ. His account is a powerful reminder of the faith and obedience required to inherit God's promises.Oshea

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o-she'-a, o'-she-a (the Revised Version (British and American) "Hoshea" (Numbers 13:8, 16)): The original name of Joshua, the son of Nun, changed by Moses (Numbers 13:16) from Hoshea (hoshea`, "help") to Joshua (yehoshua`, "help of Yahweh").

See JOSHUA.

1954. Hoshea -- "salvation," the name of several Israelites
... Hosea, Hoshea, Oshea. From yasha'; deliverer; Hoshea, the name of five Israelites --
Hosea, Hoshea, Oshea. see HEBREW yasha'. 1953, 1954. Hoshea. 1955 . ...
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How Great the Power was of the Name of Jesus in the Old Testament.
... had done this, the cows, led by no man, went not to the place whence the ark had
been taken, but to the fields of a certain man whose name was Oshea, the same ...
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Joshua was a Figure of Christ.
... Jesus (Joshua), as I have now frequently remarked, who was called Oshea, when he
was sent to spy out the land of Canaan, was named by Moses Jesus (Joshua). ...
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The Sacred Name Jesus Most Suited to the Christ of the Creator. ...
... When Oshea the son of Nun was destined to be the successor of Moses, is not his
old name then changed, and for the first time he is called [3316] Joshua? ...
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The Name Jesus and Also the Name Christ were Known from the ...
... followed by the majority of editors read 'Ause, which is a corruption of the name
Oshea, which means "Salvation," and which Joshua bore before his name was ...
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Of the Prophecies of the Birth and Achievements of Christ.
... In the course of the appointing of a successor to Moses, Oshea [1286] the son of
Nun [1287] is certainly transferred from his pristine name, and begins to be ...
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And when they were Near to the Land, which God had Promised to ...
... At that time God revealed to him the Name which alone is able to save them that
believe thereon; and Moses changed the name of Oshea the son of Nun, one of ...
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Christ's Resurrection is Foretold in the Conclusion of the Psalm.
... Zebedee, to Boanerges, which means sons of thunder; this was an announcement of
the fact that it was He by whom Jacob was called Israel, and Oshea called Jesus ...
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It is Proved that Jesus was the Name of God in the Book of Exodus.
... you; for My name is in Him.' [2230] Now understand that He who led your fathers
into the land is called by this name Jesus, and first called Auses [2231] (Oshea ...
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How Much More Faithful to God the Gentiles are who are Converted ...
... grace upon you, to whom you are always convicted of being thankless), as well as
in the type of the extending of the hands of Moses, and of Oshea being named ...
/.../chapter cxxxi how much more faithful.htm

Christ's Connection with the Creator Shown Many Quotations Out of ...
... [3924] Again, He changes the name of Simon to Peter, [3925] inasmuch as the Creator
also altered the names of Abram, and Sarai, and Oshea, by calling the ...
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Oshea (2 Occurrences)
... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia OSHEA. ... See JOSHUA. Multi-Version Concordance Oshea
(2 Occurrences). Numbers 13:8 Of the tribe of Ephraim, Hoshea the son of Nun. ...
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Osnappar (1 Occurrence)

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Osh (1 Occurrence)

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Jehoshua (4 Occurrences)
... Numbers 13:16 These are the names of the men which Moses sent to spy out the land.
And Moses called Oshea the son of Nun Jehoshua. (KJV DBY WBS YLT). ...
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Joshua (211 Occurrences)
... while Moses in the prayer of faith held up to heaven the God-given `rod.' It was
no doubt on that occasion that his name was changed from Oshea, `help,' to ...
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Ephraim (168 Occurrences)
... 2:18-24). When the spies were sent out to spy the land, "Oshea the son
of Nun" of this tribe signalized himself. The boundaries ...
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Explore (13 Occurrences)
... Numbers 13:16 These are the names of the men whom Moses sent to explore the land.
And Moses called Oshea the son of Nun Jehoshua. (WBS NIV). ...
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