She will bear a Son, and you will call His name Jesus, for He will save His people from their sins.”
This verse reveals the heart of the messianic promise—the deepest meaning of Jesus’ name and His mission. The name “Jesus” (Hebrew: Yeshua) means “The Lord saves.” It was given by the angel not by chance, but as a complete explanation of His calling and mission. The Child to be born will be not merely a great man, but the Savior sent by God, who will deliver humanity from the dominion of sin and bring spiritual salvation.