New Testament · Major figure
Zebedee
A Galilean fisherman and the father of the apostles James and John.
Zebedee was a fisherman on the Sea of Galilee who employed hired servants, indicating a successful business. He is primarily known as the father of James and John, whom he allowed to leave his nets to follow Jesus. His presence in the Gospels highlights the personal sacrifices made by families during the early ministry of Christ.
In the text
- Verses
- 11
- Books
- 4
- First appears
- Matthew 4:21
- Last appears
- John 21:2
Where Zebedee appears
11 verses · 10 chaptersIn the same books
- Barabbas10 versesA prisoner released by Pilate in place of Jesus during the trial before the crucifixion.
- Philip35 versesOne of the twelve apostles of Jesus, often noted for his practical nature and role in bringing others to Christ.
- Judas31 versesA name shared by several figures, including an apostle, a brother of Jesus, and the betrayer of Christ.
- Simon26 versesA follower of Jesus known as the Zealot, distinguished from Simon Peter among the twelve apostles.
- Andrew12 versesA fisherman from Bethsaida and the first disciple called by Jesus, known for bringing others to the Messiah.
- Thomas12 versesOne of the twelve apostles, known for his honest struggle with doubt regarding the resurrection of Jesus.
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