Judea: A Rare Beauty

Judea hebrew meaning

What is the meaning of Judea in the bible?

There are many variations of Judea through out the Bible, in both Old & New Testament; including Judah and Jude. Most mentions have generally have good associations (minus the well-known Judas), however Judea is rarely used and definitely the most interesting choice for a little girl!

Judea

Original Language + Form: Greek Ἰουδαία adaption of the Hebrew יהודה

Range of Meanings: Land of the Jews

Concept: Judea, first called Judah, was derived from the Hebrew word meaning “to praise”

References or Context: Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea and even commissioned his disciples in Judea!

…But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.

Acts 1:8

If you like the biblical baby name Judea, you will love: Olivet

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