James (son of Alphaeus) facts for kids

James, Son of Alphaeus was one of the Twelve Apostles of Jesus. The New Testament does not say much about him.

Some traditions say that James, Son of Alphaeus, was the brother of Levi, also known as Matthew, because Levi is also called "son of Alphaeus" in the Gospel of Mark 2:14. However, the Bible does not clearly state this, unlike the brothers James and John, who were sons of Zebedee.

Who Were the Twelve Apostles?

The Twelve Apostles were a special group of followers chosen by Jesus. They traveled with him, learned from him, and helped him share his teachings. After Jesus's death and resurrection, they continued to spread his message.

Why Were They Important?

The Apostles were very important because they were eyewitnesses to Jesus's life and miracles. They helped to establish the early Christian church. They shared stories and teachings that later became part of the New Testament.