Zebedee facts for kids
Zebedee was a man mentioned in the Bible. He is known as the father of two important followers of Jesus: James and John. These two sons were among Jesus's twelve main disciples.
The Bible also suggests that Zebedee's wife was named Salome. She is mentioned in the Gospel of Mark and the Gospel of Matthew. Zebedee was likely a fisherman. He probably had a successful business, as the Bible says he had "hired men" working for him. This means his family had some money. Zebedee lived near a town called Bethsaida.
What Does the Name Zebedee Mean?
The name Zebedee comes from a Hebrew word. It most likely means "God has given" or "the Lord has bestowed." This suggests that Zebedee was seen as a gift from God. Other ideas for the name's meaning include "abundant" or "my gift."
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In Spanish: Zebedeo para niños
