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- In this passage, Jesus refers to his followers as his “brothers when giving instructions to Mary Magdalene. Earlier in Jesus’ ministry, he used the term brother to describe those who do God’s will. In one scene, Jesus’ biological family sought to speak with him (Matt. 12:47).
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The brothers of Jesus or the adelphoi (Greek: ἀδελφοί, translit. adelphoí, lit. "of the same womb, brothers") [1] [a] are named in the New Testament as James, Joses (a form of Joseph), Simon, Jude, [2] and unnamed sisters are mentioned in Mark and Matthew. [3]
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The term “brother” has different uses in the New Testament. It’s used to describe males who have the same biological parents (e.g. Peter and Andrew; Matt. 4:18). Its most common use is to describe the relationship that believers have with other believers (e.g. Paul and the believers at Corinth; 2 Cor. 1:8). Yet, it’s also used to describe Jesus’ re...
Paul’s reference to brothers at the end of Romans 8:29 is a reference to followers of Jesus. He teaches that Jesus is the firstborn brother and that he would be followed by more of his brothers. 1. Romans 8:29, “For those whom he foreknew he also predestined to be conformed to the image of his Son, in order that he might be the firstborn among many...
Hebrews includes multiple descriptions of followers of Jesus being called brothers. The verses below even emphasize that Jesus isn’t ashamed to call believers his brothers. 1. Hebrews 2:11-12, “For he who sanctifies and those who are sanctified all have one source. That is why he is not ashamed to call them brothers, saying, I will tell of your nam...
Sep 17, 2013 · Why do Catholics teach that Mary was a virgin throughout her life when the Bible clearly says that Jesus had brothers? Ever been asked that? Let me offer four reasons: 1. The Meaning of Brother. The first thing to understand is that the term brother (Gk. adelphos) has a broader meaning than uterine brothers.
Feb 5, 2024 · The Bible tells us that Jesus had four brothers: James, Joseph, Simon, and Judas (Matthew 13:55). The Bible also tells us that Jesus had sisters, but they are not named or numbered (Matthew 13:56). In John 7:1-10, His brothers go on to the festival while Jesus stays behind.
2 days ago · James, Joseph, Simon, and Judas: possible candidates for Jesus' brothers. Among the names frequently associated with Jesus' brothers are James, Joseph, Simon, and Judas. Each of these figures plays a notable role in early Christian history. James, often called the Just, is perhaps the most prominent. He became a leader in the Jerusalem church ...
However, the brothers of Jesus are invariably called his brothers in early Christian literature (both within and outside the NT). If they were actually cousins, we should expect that this relationship would be specified more exactly on at least some occasions.
Relatives of Jesus usually found in the gospels in the company of Mary his mother, and variously identified as uterine brothers, stepbrothers or cousins of Jesus. Their names are James, Joses or Joseph, Simon and Judas (Matt 13:55; Mark 6:3). I. Exegetical data and the problems they present.
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