Why was our Mediator called Jesus?

Our Mediator was called Jesus, because he saveth his people from their sins.[1]

1. Matt. 1:21

   She will bear a son, and you shall call his name Jesus, for he will save his people from their sins.

   
   

Question 41, Westminster Larger Catechism.

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