Who was James in the Bible?
Apostle and writer of the Book of James
The story of James
In Hebrew: ג'יימס
James, son of Alphaeus, is also known as James the Less and James the Just. He was one of the twelve apostles of Jesus and is believed to be the author of the Epistle of James in the New Testament. He is believed to have been a fisherman and lived in Jerusalem. He is considered to be the first bishop of Jerusalem and is venerated as a saint by the Roman Catholic, Orthodox, and Eastern Orthodox Churches. There is little information available about his life, but tradition holds that he was crucified and buried in Jerusalem.
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Position held
Apostle
Date of death
62
Place of death
Egypt
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How many times James was mentioned in the Bible?
James appears 38 Times in the Bible.
Where is the story of James begins in the Bible?
James Genesis Matthew, Chapter 4, verse 21.
What is the meaning of the name James?
Supplanter or one who follows
What is the origin of the name James?
Hebrew
Frequently Asked Questions
James, son of Alphaeus, is also known as James the Less and James the Just. He was one of the twelve apostles of Jesus and is believed to be the author of the Epistle of James in the New Testament. He is believed to have been a fisherman and lived in Jerusalem. He is considered to be the first bishop of Jerusalem and is venerated as a saint by the Roman Catholic, Orthodox, and Eastern Orthodox Churches. There is little information available about his life, but tradition holds that he was crucified and buried in Jerusalem.
James was mentioned 38 Times in the Bible.
Genesis Matthew, Chapter 4, verse 21.
