People of James
Every person who appears in the book of James, ordered by how often they are mentioned there.
7 profiles tagged People of James.
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Abraham
Patriarch who is the father of the nation of Israel and an exemplar of faith
The first of the three biblical patriarchs and the father of the nation of Israel, known for his unwavering faith and his covenant relationship with God.
Jesus
Messiah and central figure of the New Testament whose life, death, and resurrection form the basis of the Christian faith
The central figure of the New Testament, Jesus was born of Mary in Bethlehem, performed numerous miracles, and was crucified under Pontius Pilate before rising from the dead.
Elijah the Tishbite
Prophet who called down fire from heaven and was taken to heaven in a whirlwind
A foundational prophet of the Divided Monarchy known for his confrontation with Baal worship and his departure from earth in a whirlwind.
Isaac
Patriarch who was the son of Abraham and the father of Jacob and Esau
The miracle son of Abraham and Sarah, Isaac was the second Hebrew patriarch and the child of promise through whom the covenant of God was established.
Job
Patriarch who remained faithful to God despite losing his wealth, children, and health
A patriarch from the land of Uz renowned for his blameless character, immense suffering, and unwavering perseverance in his relationship with God.
Rahab
Canaanite woman who hid the Israelite spies in Jericho
A resident of Jericho who aided Israeli spies and became an ancestor of King David and Jesus Christ.
James, Brother of Jesus
Leader of the early Jerusalem church and author of the New Testament Epistle of James
The brother of Jesus Christ who transitioned from a skeptic to a primary leader of the early Christian church in Jerusalem and author of the Epistle of James.