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James, brother of Jesus - Wikipedia. James the Just, or a variation of James, brother of the Lord ( Latin: Iacobus from Hebrew: יעקב, Ya'aqov and Greek: Ἰάκωβος, Iákōbos, can also be Anglicized as "Jacob"), was a brother of Jesus, according to the New Testament. He was the first leader of the Jerusalem Church of the Apostolic Age.
Jul 5, 2023 · Matthew 13:55-56 names Jesus’ brothers: James, Joseph, Simon, and Judas and mentions sisters (plural), so He had at least six siblings. James is always named first when Jesus’ brothers are listed, which in his day likely meant that he was the eldest of the four.
Jan 5, 2022 · James was a son of Mary and Joseph and therefore a half-brother to Jesus and brother to Joseph, Simon, Judas, and their sisters (Matthew 13:55). In the Gospels, James is mentioned a couple of times, but at that time he misunderstood Jesus’ ministry and was not a believer (John 7:2-5).
Saint James—Brother of Jesus & Bishop of Jerusalem. He was called “Righteousness” and Oblias, in Greek meaning “Bulwark of the People.” James was revered as a good man even by those in the priestly class who did not believe his brother was the Messiah.
Jul 26, 2017 · Within the New Testament, a figure named “James,” an English rendering that represents “Jacob” from Hebrew and Aramaic Israelite traditions mediated through Greek, is named at the head of four “brothers” of Jesus (Mark 6:3 with Matthew 13:55–56).
Sep 8, 2023 · Explore the life and significance of James, the brother of Jesus, as he influences early Christianity, challenges theological beliefs, and navigates complex familial ties. PODCAST COURSES
Jun 13, 2024 · Father: Zebedee. Mother: Salome. Brother: John. Hometown: He lived in Capernaum on the Sea of Galilee. Occupation: Fisherman, disciple of Jesus Christ. Strengths: James was a loyal disciple of Jesus. He apparently had outstanding personal qualities that are not detailed in Scripture because his character made him one of Jesus' favorites.
