Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɒt͡ʃɛbd] (IPA) 
Jochebed is a biblical name which is pronounced as 'yo-kuh-bed'. The first syllable 'yo' is pronounced as in the word 'yo-yo' with short 'o' sound, followed by the consonant 'k' and a short 'uh' sound. The next syllable, 'bed', is pronounced similar to the word 'bed' with a short 'e' sound. The IPA phonetic transcription of 'jochebed' would be /jəʊkəˈbɛd/.
Jochebed is a proper noun of Hebrew origin and primarily refers to a biblical figure mentioned in the Old Testament. In particular, Jochebed is celebrated as the mother of Moses, the prophet and leader of exodus for the Israelites. The name itself has significant meaning and is often translated as "Yahweh is glory" or "Yahweh is honor."
According to the Bible, Jochebed was married to Amram, a prominent leader of the Israelites and a descendant of Jacob. She belonged to the tribe of Levi, which was appointed to serve in the tabernacle and later in the temple. It is believed that Jochebed lived during the time of Pharaoh, when the Israelites were enslaved in Egypt.
Jochebed played a vital role in safeguarding her son Moses from Pharaoh's command to slay all Hebrew baby boys. To protect Moses, she hid him in a basket made of bulrushes and placed him in the Nile River. Her ingenuity and trust in God's protection allowed Moses to be discovered by Pharaoh's daughter, who decided to raise him as her own.
Jochebed's courageous act demonstrated her profound faith and love for her child. Her story serves as an inspiration for mothers, emphasizing the importance of taking risks and making sacrifices for the well-being of their children. Jochebed symbolizes the strength, resilience, and devotion of mothers throughout history.
The name "Jochebed" is of Hebrew origin. In the Hebrew Bible, Jochebed is the mother of Moses, and her name appears in the Book of Exodus. The name is spelled as יוֹכֶבֶד in Hebrew, and its etymology is not explicitly mentioned in the Bible. However, some suggest that the name may be composed of two Hebrew elements: "yocheved", which means "God is glory", and "yached", which means "unity" or "one". These meanings reflect the importance and strength of Jochebed's character as a brave and loving mother.
