What Was Jesus' Real Name?

What Was Jesus' Real Name?

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Religious Studies

9th - 10th Grade

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The video explores the origins and translations of the name Jesus Christ. It explains that Jesus' original Hebrew name was Yeshua, which aligns more closely with Joshua. The New Testament, written in Greek, transliterated Yeshua to Iesous, which later became Jesus in English. The video distinguishes between translation and transliteration, emphasizing that 'Christ' is a title meaning 'the anointed one' rather than a last name. It also discusses Hebrew naming conventions and how Jesus was known as Jesus of Nazareth.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What is the Hebrew name for Jesus and how does it relate to the English name Joshuah?

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Explain the process of how Yeshua was translated into Jesus in the New Testament.

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What distinguishes translation from transliteration in the context of the name Jesus?

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How did the naming practices in Hebrew differ from those in the Christian tradition regarding Jesus?

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Discuss the significance of the title 'Christ' in relation to Jesus.

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