Meaning & Origin
Deborah means 'bee' in Hebrew, and is often interpreted as 'bee of God'. In the Old Testament, Deborah was a prophetess, judge, and warrior who led the Israelites to victory against their enemies.
Spiritual meaning
Symbolizes strength, courage, and the power of God's presence in times of struggle.
Language details
Deboriah
A woman described as a bee or worm of the earth, prophetess and leader
Pronunciation & Numerology
Pronunciation
də-BOH-ree-uh
/dəˈboʊriə/
Lucky number
9
Lucky day
Saturday
Lucky colors
Life path
6
Lucky stone
Amethyst
Cultural & Spiritual notes
Deborah was a significant figure in Jewish and Christian history, representing strength, leadership, and courage. Her name echoes through history, inspiring countless women to rise to the occasion and lead their communities towards triumph.
Deborah's name is a reminder of God's presence and power in our lives. As a bee gathers nectar to create honey, Deborah gathered strength from her faith in God to lead and fight for her people. Today, the name Deborah continues to be a source of inspiration for believers to trust in God and find strength in their faith during difficult times.
Historical references
In the Old Testament, Deborah is mentioned as a prophetess, judge, and military leader in Israel during the late 12th or early 11th century BCE.
Late 12th or early 11th century BCE
In the New Testament, Deborah is not explicitly mentioned, but some scholars identify her as the 'Deborah and her son' who are mentioned in the book of Acts (9:32, 35) as being amongst the Christians in Joppa during the time of Peter's ministry (circa 40 CE).
Circa 40 CE
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