St. James the Greater: Art, Iconography, Legend
WEBExplains medieval & modern pictures of St. James the Greater: attributes (identifying symbols), events commonly pictured, links to relevant medieval texts. Richly illustrated.
5 Things You Should Know About St. James the Apostle
WEBJul 24, 2023 · Who is St. James? The Bible tells us that he was a fisherman-turned fisher of men – one of Jesus’ 12 disciples. He was a “son of Thunder” – a man of eager disposition. And perhaps most importantly, he was a man who responded to Jesus’ call without hesitation.
The Symbolism and Iconography of Santiago or Saint James
WEBApr 11, 2017 · Santiago, or Saint James, has three iconic variations according to his roles as apostle, pilgrim and knight. Each variation comes with its specific iconography. The Apostle St James the Great is one of the most diversely represented figures …
Who Was Saint James? The Beginner's Guide - OverviewBible
WEBFeb 7, 2019 · Saint James, also known as the Apostle James or James the Greater, was one of Jesus Christ’s 12 disciples. Along with his brother John and the Apostle Peter, James was a member of Jesus’ inner circle, and he witnessed major events the other disciples weren’t present for (such as the Transfiguration).
St. James the Less in Art - Christian Iconography
WEBExplains medieval & early modern pictures of St. James the Less: identifying symbols, life events, medieval elaborations (with links). Richly illustrated.
St. James | Biography, Apostle, the Greater, Death, Feast Day,
WEBSt. James (born, Galilee, Palestine—died 44 ce, Jerusalem; Roman Catholic feast day July 25; Eastern Orthodox feast day April 30) was one of the Twelve Apostles, distinguished as being in Jesus’ innermost circle and being the only apostle whose martyrdom is recorded in the New Testament (Acts 12:2).
Saint James, Patron of Pilgrims - Catholic Education Resource Center
WEBSaint James, the patron of pilgrims, intimately understands the fears and difficulties of life in pursuit of the way (Jn 14:6). His own pilgrimage began when he stepped out of his father's boat—representing all that was familiar, safe, and predictable—to follow Christ.
Saint James, Apostle - My Catholic Life!
WEBJul 25, 2024 · Reflection: Among the Twelve Apostles were two named James: James, the son of Zebedee and James, the son of Alpheus. The former is traditionally called James the Greater, and the latter is traditionally called James the Lesser, perhaps because the former was taller than the latter, or more likely because of the …
St. James the Greater | EWTN
WEBSt. James was a fisherman who, with his brother John, worked in their father Zebedee’s business. Together they were among the first disciples of Jesus (Mt. 4:21-22). This James is distinguished from the Apostle James the Lesser, or Less, either due to his taller stature or his greater age.
Celebrating Saint James the Apostle: the Son of Thunder
WEBOn July 25, we honor the Feast Day of the apostle Saint James the Greater. A passionate evangelist and devoted disciple of Jesus Christ, Saint James serves as an example of unwavering faithfulness and enthusiasm. James and his brother John were the sons of …
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