Father: Alpheus

First mention: Matthew 10:3

Final mention: Acts 1:13

Meaning of his name: "Supplanter"

Frequency of his name: Referred to four times

Biblical books mentioning him: Four books (Matthew, Mark, Luke, Acts)

Occupation: Apostle

Important fact about his life: He was one of the twelve apostles.

Copyright 1999, used by permission from Dr. H.L. Willmington.

The son of Alphaeus, or Cleopas, the "brother" (near kinsman or cousin) of Jesus. He was called James "the Less" or "the Little" probably because he was of short stature. He is mentioned along with the other apostles.

He had a separate interview with Jesus after Jesus' resurrection, and is mentioned as one of the apostles of the circumcision. He appears to have occupied the position of head of the church at Jerusalem, where he presided at the council held to consider the case of the Gentiles. This James was the author of the epistle which bears his name.

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