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The Hebrew word יְבֶרֶכְיָ֫הוּ (Yeverechyahu, Strong's H3000) literally means "Yahweh will bless" or "Blessing of Yahweh." It is a theophoric name, that is, it contains a reference to the divine name יהוה (YHWH or Yahweh). It is composed of:
יְבֶרֶךְ (yeverekh) – "He will bless" (causative form of the verb barak, "to bless").
יָהוּ (yahu) – a shortened form of God's name, Yahweh.
From H1288 and H3050: blessed by Jah; Jeberechiah, an Israelite: Jeberechiah.
In the Bible יְבֶרֶכְיָ֫הוּ (Jeberechiah or Berechiah) appears as the name of characters in the Old Testament, for example:
Father of Zechariah – In Isaiah 8:2, Zechariah son of Jeberechiah is mentioned as a reliable witness. In this context, the name underscores the idea that God's blessing extends to his lineage.
It possibly also refers to one of the musicians or Levites mentioned in genealogies (albeit in different forms).
Contextual Meaning In a biblical context, the use of this name communicates an affirmation of faith: that God is a source of blessing, especially in times of judgment or promise. Hebrew names often reflect experiential theology, and in this case, the name implies trust that Yahweh grants blessing, protection, or favor. |