Apostle · New Testament
The Story of James, son of Alphaeus
Not James son of Zebedee or James the brother of Jesus.
Also: Yakobo wa Alfayo (Kiswahili)
One of the twelve apostles, named in each list of the twelve.
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Introduction
James son of Alphaeus is named among the twelve apostles. Scripture records nothing else that clearly refers to him. Matthew 10:3Mark 3:18Luke 6:15Acts 1:13
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Life at a glance
- Father
- Alphaeus Mark 3:18
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Chosen as one of the twelve
Jesus appoints the twelve, James son of Alphaeus among them.
Mentioned across the Bible
Later passages that recall, mention or interpret James, son of Alphaeus. These are not new events in the person’s lifetime.
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