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מֹשֶׁה (mo.sheh)

mo.sheh

Moses

H4873 · Hebrew · Old Testament · 1 verses

N:N-M-P

Quick Reference

Language
Biblical Hebrew
Testament
Old Testament
Occurrences
1 verses
Root
—
Part of speech
N:N-M-P

Word Overview

The name Moses (Strong’s H4873) is the Aramaic form of the Hebrew מֹשֶׁה, meaning “drawn.” It refers to the central prophet and lawgiver who led the Israelites out of Egypt. While this specific spelling appears only once in the Hebrew Bible, at Ezra 6:18, it stands for the same historical figure known throughout Scripture.

Lexical sources identify him as a Levite, son of Amram and Jochebed, and brother to Aaron and Miriam. The name’s etymology recalls his rescue from the Nile, though the text in Ezra simply uses the title to honor the leader associated with the return from exile. Translators render it consistently as Moses across traditions.

Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).

What This Word Means for Your Faith

The name Moses appears in Ezra 6:18 within a list of instructions for restoring temple worship after the exile. The text refers to "the book of Moses," reminding the returned community that their current obedience is rooted in the laws given long ago. This connection shows how ancient faithfulness continues to guide those who seek God today.

When we read about Moses, we see a leader who was called out of ordinary circumstances to serve a great purpose. His story encourages us that God uses everyday people to carry out His plans. The reference in Ezra highlights the enduring value of Scripture and the traditions passed down through generations.

How it's translated

How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 1 verses where it appears, by frequency.

  • Moses1×

Forms in the text

The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.

  • מֹשֶֽׁה\׃\ \פ1×

Key Verses

  • Ezra 6:18
    They set the priests in their divisions and the Levites in their courses, for the service of God which is at Jerusalem, as it is written in the book of Moses.

    This verse links the post-exilic restoration directly to the authority of Moses' writings, showing how his legacy shaped Jewish identity and worship.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Moses mean?

The name Moses comes from a root meaning 'drawn out,' referencing his rescue from the Nile as an infant. While the Hebrew spelling varies slightly in different parts of the Bible, it consistently refers to the same historical figure.

Why is Moses mentioned in Ezra?

In Ezra 6:18, the text mentions 'the book of Moses' to establish the authority for the temple services being restored. It shows that the returning exiles viewed Moses' laws as the foundation for their renewed worship.

Is there a difference between the Hebrew and Aramaic forms of the name?

The form in Ezra is an Aramaic spelling, while the more common Hebrew form is found elsewhere. Both refer to the same person, the leader who brought Israel out of Egypt.

Every Occurrence (1 verses across 1 books)

Ezra 1 verse
Ezra 6:18

They set the priests in their divisions and the Levites in their courses, for the service of God which is at Jerusalem,…