Yeshua, also known as Jesus, is the Hebrew name for the central figure of Christianity. It means "Yahweh is salvation" and is derived from the ancient name Yehoshua, which was shortened to Yeshua by the first century. The name Yeshua holds profound significance in Hebrew antiquity, encapsulating the divine purpose and promise of salvation that Christ embodied. As Christianity spread beyond the Hebrew-speaking world, the name underwent significant transformations, first to Iesous in Greek and then to Iesus in Latin, eventually evolving into Jesus in English. Despite these changes, the essence of the name remains the same, symbolizing divine salvation.
