Simon the Zealot and James son of Alphaeus
This is our 6th episode of discussing the apostles of Jesus Christ and how we learn more about Jesus by looking at His crew. Today is James son of Alphaeus and Simon the Zealot.
James son of Alphaeus
James means “Jacob” in Hebrew and “supplanter” in Greek
1st mention is Matthew 10:3
Can be referenced as “little” or “lesser” James
Reflection Questions:
Do you feel unseen?
What kind of recognition do you seek?
Simon the Zealot
Hebrew root means “heard”
1st mention is Matthew 10:4
Matthew/Mark may have “zealot” translated from (G2581) as Canaanite or zealous
Luke/Acts translate (G2207) to zealous
Here is the link to blue letter bible where you can see all 4 translations and use the interlinear tool to see for yourself: https://www.blueletterbible.org/search/search.cfm?Criteria=zealot&t=ESV#s=s_primary_0_1
Reflection Questions:
Has there ever been a label put on you that you didn’t agree with?
What is the main word your friends/family would use to describe you/r faith?
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