People of Matthew
Every person who appears in the book of Matthew, ordered by how often they are mentioned there.
159 profiles tagged People of Matthew.
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.
Peter
Apostle who served as the spokesman for the Twelve and the leader of the early Church in Jerusalem
The leader of the twelve apostles, known for his confession of Christ, his denial and restoration, and his foundational role in the early Christian church.
John the Baptist, Son of Zechariah
Prophet who baptized Jesus and preached repentance in the wilderness
An ascetic prophet and the son of Zechariah and Elizabeth who preached repentance in the wilderness and prepared the way for the ministry of Jesus Christ.
David
King of Israel who defeated Goliath and established the Davidic dynasty
The second king of the United Monarchy of Israel, a shepherd-warrior and psalmist known as a man after God's own heart.
Israel
Patriarch who wrestled with God and fathered the twelve tribes
The third patriarch of the covenant, formerly known as Jacob, who received his name after wrestling with God and became the father of the twelve tribes.
The Unmerciful Servant
Servant in Jesus' parable who refused to forgive a small debt after being forgiven a large one
A character in a parable of Jesus who was forgiven a massive debt by his king but refused to forgive a small debt owed to him by a fellow servant.
The Ten Virgins
Group of women in a parable who represent spiritual readiness or negligence
A group of ten women in a parable of Jesus who represent the preparedness or negligence of the faithful awaiting the arrival of the bridegroom.
Herod, King of Judea
King of Judea who ordered the Massacre of the Innocents
The Roman-appointed King of Judea who sought to kill the infant Jesus and ordered the Massacre of the Innocents in Bethlehem.
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.
Joseph, Husband of Mary
Legal father of Jesus and husband of Mary who protected the Holy Family during their flight to Egypt
A righteous descendant of David who served as the legal father of Jesus and the husband of the Virgin Mary during the early 1st century AD.
Judah, Son of Jacob
Patriarch who received the blessing of the scepter and whose lineage produced King David and Jesus Christ
The fourth son of Jacob and Leah, ancestor of the Tribe of Judah and the Davidic line, known for his leadership and pivotal role in the preservation of his family.
Pilate
Roman governor who presided over the trial of Jesus and ordered His crucifixion
The Roman governor of Judea during the reign of Tiberius Caesar who presided over the trial of Jesus Christ and ordered His crucifixion.
The Syrophoenician Woman
Gentile woman who petitioned Jesus for her daughter's healing
A Gentile woman from the region of Tyre who demonstrated extraordinary faith by petitioning Jesus to heal her demon-possessed daughter.
The Guards at Jesus' Tomb
Soldiers who witnessed the angel at Jesus' tomb and were bribed to say the body was stolen
A group of soldiers stationed by Pontius Pilate to secure the burial site of Jesus to prevent the removal of his body.
Moses
Prophet who led the Israelites out of Egypt and received the Ten Commandments
The preeminent prophet and lawgiver of Israel who led the Hebrews out of Egyptian bondage and mediated the Covenant at Mount Sinai.
The Rich Young Ruler
Wealthy man who questioned Jesus about eternal life but could not give up his riches
An anonymous Jewish official who sought the path to eternal life but chose to retain his great wealth rather than follow Jesus Christ.
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.
Isaiah
Prophet who advised King Hezekiah and foretold the coming of the Messiah
Isaiah, the son of Amoz, was a major prophet in Judah whose ministry spanned the reigns of four kings and who is widely quoted in the New Testament for his messianic and redemptive visions.
Mary, Mother of Jesus
Mother of Jesus who conceived by the Holy Spirit
A woman of the tribe of Levi who, while a virgin, was chosen to be the mother of Jesus, the Messiah, through the power of the Holy Spirit.
Zebedee
Father of the apostles James and John who was left in his boat when they followed Jesus
A Galilean fisherman and the father of the apostles James and John, whose departure to follow Jesus left him to manage the family business.
Judas Iscariot, Betrayer of Jesus
Apostle who betrayed Jesus for thirty pieces of silver
One of the twelve original apostles of Jesus who famously betrayed him to the Jewish authorities for thirty pieces of silver.
Barabbas
Prisoner released by Pontius Pilate in the place of Jesus Christ during the Passion
A convicted insurrectionist and murderer who was historically pardoned by Pontius Pilate in the place of Jesus Christ during the Passover trial.
The Father of the Boy with an Unclean Spirit
Father who cried 'I do believe; help my unbelief' while seeking healing for his son
An unnamed man in the Synoptic Gospels who brought his demon-possessed son to Jesus' disciples and famously appealed for help with his unbelief.
Solomon
King of Israel who built the first Temple and was famous for his wisdom
The third king of Israel who built the First Temple in Jerusalem and was renowned for his God-given wisdom and immense wealth during the United Monarchy.
Jonah
Prophet who was swallowed by a great fish after fleeing God's command to preach to Nineveh
A prophet from the northern kingdom of Israel who was commissioned by God to preach repentance to the Assyrian city of Nineveh.
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.
Jeremiah, Son of Hilkiah
Prophet who predicted the seventy-year Babylonian exile and the New Covenant
A major prophet of the Divided Monarchy who predicted the fall of Jerusalem and the 70-year Babylonian exile while suffering intense persecution for his message.
James son of Zebedee, Apostle
Apostle and brother of John who was the first of the Twelve to be martyred
One of the twelve apostles and part of Jesus' inner circle, James was a fisherman by trade and the first of the apostles to suffer martyrdom for the Christian faith.
John, Son of Zebedee and Apostle
Apostle and brother of James who received the visions of Revelation
One of the twelve apostles of Jesus, a son of Zebedee, and a key leader in the early Church who received the vision recorded in Revelation.
Herod the Tetrarch
Tetrarch of Galilee who executed John the Baptist and mocked Jesus Christ
The regional ruler of Galilee and Perea who beheaded John the Baptist and participated in the trial of Jesus Christ.
Mary, Mother of James and Joses
mother of James and Joses who witnessed the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus
A dedicated follower of Jesus who witnessed His crucifixion, prepared for His burial, and was among the first to witness the empty tomb.
Mary Magdalene
Primary witness to the Resurrection of Jesus
A faithful disciple of Jesus from whom seven demons were cast out, later becoming the first witness to the Resurrection.
The Servant Girl at the High Priest's Courtyard
Servant who recognized Peter in the courtyard and caused his first denial
An unnamed domestic worker in the household of the high priest who identified Peter as a follower of Jesus during the Passion, leading to Peter's first two denials.
Asa, King of Judah
King of Judah who removed idols and defeated the million-man Cushite army
The third king of the Kingdom of Judah who initiated significant religious reforms and reigned for forty-one years during the Divided Monarchy.
Azor
ancestor of Jesus Christ listed in the Gospel of Matthew
Azor was a descendant of King David and a significant link in the messianic lineage of Jesus Christ, recorded in the Gospel of Matthew.
Eliud
Ancestor of Jesus Christ in the genealogy provided by the Gospel of Matthew
Eliud was a descendant of King David and an ancestor of Jesus Christ, appearing in the post-exilic lineage recorded in the Gospel of Matthew.
Hezekiah, King of Judah
King of Judah who reformed the Temple and survived the Assyrian siege of Jerusalem
The 13th king of Judah, known for his sweeping religious reforms, the miraculous defense of Jerusalem against Assyria, and his restoration of the Passover.
Jacob
father of Joseph and grandfather of Jesus in the Gospel of Matthew
A descendant of the Tribe of Judah identified in the Gospel of Matthew as the biological father of Joseph and the grandfather of Jesus Christ.
Jehoiachin
King of Judah who was taken captive to Babylon and later released from prison
A king of Judah who reigned briefly in 598–597 BC before being exiled to Babylon by Nebuchadnezzar.
Jesse
Patriarch of the house of David and ancestor of Jesus Christ
The father of King David and a resident of Bethlehem, Jesse is a pivotal link in the genealogy of the Davidic dynasty and the Messianic line.
Josiah, King of Judah
King of Judah who instituted religious reforms after finding the Book of the Law
A righteous king of the Divided Monarchy who initiated sweeping religious reforms and restored the temple and the Passover after the discovery of the Book of the Law.
Ram, Son of Hezron
Ancestor of King David and Jesus Christ in the Tribe of Judah
A high-ranking member of the Tribe of Judah and a crucial link in the Davidic and Messianic genealogies, serving as the grandfather of Nahshon.
Salmon
Patriarch of the tribe of Judah and husband of Rahab who appears in the genealogy of Jesus
A prominent member of the tribe of Judah and a crucial link in the Davidic and Messianic genealogies, noted for being the father of Boaz.
Uzziah, King of Judah
King of Judah struck with leprosy for attempting to burn incense in the Temple
The tenth king of Judah who enjoyed a long, prosperous reign marked by military success and agricultural growth, ended by his divine punishment with leprosy for usurping priestly duties.
Zerubbabel, Governor of Judah
Governor who led the return from Babylon and rebuilt the Temple foundation
A Davidic prince and governor who led the first wave of Jewish exiles from Babylon to Jerusalem and laid the foundation for the Second Temple.
Andrew
Apostle of Jesus and the brother of Simon Peter who was the first to be called by Christ
One of the twelve apostles of Jesus, the brother of Simon Peter, and a former disciple of John the Baptist noted for bridging the gap between individuals and Christ.
Naphtali
Patriarch of one of the twelve tribes of Israel and sixth son of Jacob
The sixth son of Jacob and second son of Bilhah, whose descendants formed one of the twelve tribes of Israel in the fertile northern Galilee region.
Zebulun
Tenth son of Jacob and founder of the tribe associated with maritime commerce and the region of Galilee
Zebulun was the tenth son of Jacob and the sixth and final son born to Leah, serving as the eponymous patriarch of one of the twelve tribes of Israel.
Matthew
Apostle of Jesus and traditional author of the First Gospel
A Galilean tax collector turned apostle of Jesus Christ, traditionally identified as the author of the First Gospel.
James son of Alphaeus, Apostle
Apostle of Jesus Christ known as the son of Alphaeus
One of the twelve original apostles of Jesus Christ, distinguished by his parentage to Alphaeus and often identified as 'James the Less' or 'the younger.'
Herodias
The manipulative royal who orchestrated the execution of John the Baptist
Herodias was a princess of the Herodian dynasty whose controversial marriage and role in the execution of John the Baptist made her a symbols of royal corruption and moral defiance.
Tiberius
Second Roman emperor whose fifteenth regnal year marks the beginning of Christ's ministry
Tiberius Julius Caesar Augustus was the second Roman Emperor, whose reign spanned the public ministry and crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
Noah, the Antediluvian Patriarch
Patriarch who built the ark to survive the Great Flood
A righteous patriarch who built an ark to save his family and animal life from a global flood, becoming the second father of the human race.
Caiaphas
High Priest who presided over the Sanhedrin during the trial of Jesus
The influential Jewish High Priest during the reign of Tiberius Caesar who presided over the trial of Jesus of Nazareth.
Joseph of Arimathea
Council member who asked Pilate for the body of Jesus and provided his own tomb for burial
A wealthy and righteous Council member from Arimathea who, as a secret disciple of Jesus, petitioned Pilate for Christ's body and provided a clean tomb for His burial.
Abijah, King of Judah
King of Judah who defeated Jeroboam I and defended the Davidic covenant
The second king of the Southern Kingdom of Judah who famously defeated Jeroboam I on Mount Zemaraim to reclaim territory for the Davidic line.
Abiud
Descendant of Zerubbabel in the genealogy of Jesus Christ
Abiud was a descendant of King David and a member of the post-exilic royal line of Judah, appearing in the genealogy of Jesus Christ.
Achim
Ancestor of Jesus in the Gospel of Matthew
Achim was a descendant of King David and an ancestor of Jesus Christ, listed in the post-exilic portion of the genealogy in the Gospel of Matthew.
Ahaz, King of Judah
King of Judah who practiced child sacrifice and replaced the Temple altar with a pagan design
The twelfth king of Judah, known for his catastrophic alliance with Assyria, widespread idolatry, and the desecration of the Temple in Jerusalem during the Divided Monarchy.
Amminadab, Prince of Judah in the Exodus
Ancestor of King David and Jesus Christ whose daughter married Aaron
A prominent leader of the tribe of Judah during the Egyptian sojourn and the father of the high priestess Elisheba and the tribal chieftain Nahshon.
Amon, King of Judah
King of Judah who was assassinated by his servants after a two-year reign of idolatry
The fifteenth king of Judah whose brief, two-year reign was marked by extreme idolatry and ended in his assassination by his own officials.
Boaz
Kinsman-redeemer who married Ruth and became the great-grandfather of King David
A prominent landowner from Bethlehem and a kinsman-redeemer who married Ruth, becoming a pivotal ancestor in the Davidic line and the genealogy of Jesus Christ.
Eleazar, Son of Eliud
Ancestor of Jesus Christ in the genealogy of Matthew
Eleazar was a member of the royal lineage of King David and an ancestor of Jesus Christ, appearing in the genealogy of Matthew.
Eliakim, Son of Abiud
Ancestor of Jesus Christ mentioned in the Gospel of Matthew
A member of the royal tribe of Judah who appears in the lineage of Jesus Christ, connecting the post-exilic line of Zerubbabel to the birth of the Messiah.
Hezron, Son of Perez
Patriarch of the Hezronite clan and ancestor of King David and Jesus Christ
A high-ranking member of the tribe of Judah and a direct ancestor in the Davidic and Messianic lineage.
Jehoram, King of Judah
King of Judah who murdered his brothers and died of an intestinal disease
The ninth king of the southern Kingdom of Judah, known for his violent rise to power, his marriage to Athaliah of Israel, and a disastrous reign marked by revolt and divine judgment.
Jehoshaphat, King of Judah
King of Judah who instituted judicial reforms and defeated a massive invasion through prayer and song
The fourth king of the Southern Kingdom of Judah who initiated religious reforms, established a national judicial system, and successfully repelled a massive foreign coalition.
Jotham, King of Judah
King of Judah who grew powerful by ordering his ways before the LORD
A righteous king of Judah who reigned for sixteen years, known for his building projects and for growing powerful by ordering his ways before the LORD.
Manasseh, King of Judah
King of Judah who reigned 55 years and was notorious for his idolatry and late-life repentance
The longest-reigning king of Judah, Manasseh is noted for his extreme idolatry, subsequent Assyrian captivity, and dramatic late-life repentance.
Matthan
Grandfather of Joseph in the genealogy of Jesus
Matthan was a descendant of King David through the line of Solomon and the paternal grandfather of Joseph, the husband of Mary.
Nahshon
Prince of Judah who led his tribe during the Exodus and appears in the genealogy of Jesus
The designated prince of the tribe of Judah during the Exodus and a direct ancestor of King David and Jesus Christ.
Obed, Son of Boaz and Ruth
Grandfather of King David and son of Boaz and Ruth
Obed was the son of Boaz and Ruth and the grandfather of King David, serving as a vital link in the Davidic line and the genealogy of Jesus Christ.
Perez
Ancestor of King David and Jesus Christ who was born as a twin to Judah and Tamar
The son of Judah and Tamar, known for his breach-birth and as the ancestor of the primary clan of Judah and the Davidic line.
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.
Rehoboam
King of Judah who presided over the division of the United Monarchy
The son of Solomon and grandson of David, Rehoboam was the first king of Judah following the division of the United Monarchy of Israel.
Ruth
Moabite widow who became a matriarch in the lineage of King David and Jesus Christ
A Moabite widow who demonstrated profound loyalty to her mother-in-law Naomi and became the great-grandmother of King David.
Shealtiel, Son of Jehoiachin
Prince of Judah and father of Zerubbabel who preserved the Davidic line during the Babylonian Exile
Shealtiel was a prince of the royal house of Judah and the legal heir to King Jehoiachin, serving as a critical link in the Davidic lineage during the Babylonian Exile.
Tamar, Daughter-in-law of Judah
Matriarch who secured the continuation of Judah's lineage through her sons Perez and Zerah
A resourceful woman of the Patriarchal period who secured her place in the messianic lineage by bearing twins to her father-in-law, Judah.
Uriah the Hittite
Elite soldier and husband of Bathsheba whose integrity was met with betrayal by King David
A loyal elite soldier in King David’s army whose integrity served as a foil to the king's adultery and eventual plot to have him killed in battle.
Zadok, Son of Azor
Ancestor of Jesus Christ mentioned in the Gospel of Matthew
A member of the Tribe of Judah identified in the Gospel of Matthew as an ancestor of Jesus Christ during the post-exilic period.
Zerah, Son of Tamar
Son of Judah marked by a scarlet thread at birth who founded the Zerahite clan
The twin son of Judah and Tamar, Zerah is known for the scarlet thread tied to his hand during a competitive birth and for founding a prominent clan within the Tribe of Judah.
Jacob, the Father of Joseph in Jesus' Genealogy
Father of Joseph the husband of Mary in the genealogy of Jesus
A descendant of David through the line of Matthan and the legal father of Joseph, the husband of Mary.
An Unnamed Ancestor in Jesus' Genealogy
Ancestor of Joseph in the genealogy of Jesus recorded by Matthew
An unnamed biological link in the legal lineage of Jesus Christ, connecting the generation of Matthan to that of Jacob.
Matthan, Ancestor of Jesus
Grandfather of Joseph and ancestor in the genealogy of Jesus
Matthan was the grandfather of Joseph and a direct paternal ancestor of Jesus Christ within the tribe of Judah during the Intertestamental Period.
Jacob, the Father of Joseph
father of Joseph and ancestor in the genealogy of Jesus
An ancestor of Jesus Christ in the tribe of Judah, Jacob was the son of Matthan and the father of Joseph, the husband of Mary.
An Unnamed Son of Jacob in Jesus' Genealogy
father of Joseph and son of Jacob in the genealogy of Jesus
A member of the tribe of Judah mentioned in the Matthean genealogy as the son of Jacob and the father of Joseph, the husband of Mary.
An Unnamed Ancestor in Jesus' Genealogy
Ancestor in the genealogical line of Jesus Christ
An unnamed member of the Tribe of Judah who served as a vital link in the Davidic line of descent leading to Jesus Christ.
Matthan the Ancestor of Jesus
Grandfather of Joseph and ancestor of Jesus Christ
Matthan was a descendant of King David through the line of Solomon and the paternal grandfather of Joseph, the husband of Mary.
Jacob, the Father of Joseph in the Genealogy of Jesus
Father of Joseph and legal ancestor of Jesus Christ
Jacob was a descendant of King David and the biological father of Joseph, the husband of Mary, within the Matthean genealogy of Jesus Christ.
Matthan, the Grandfather of Jacob
Grandfather of Jacob in the genealogy of Jesus Christ
Matthan was a descendant of the tribe of Judah and a crucial link in the Davidic genealogy of Jesus Christ, serving as the father of Jacob.
Archelaus
Cruel ruler of Judea whose reputation caused the Holy Family to settle in Nazareth
Herod Archelaus was the ethnarch of Judea, Samaria, and Idumea, whose notoriously cruel reign forced Joseph and Mary to settle in Nazareth with the infant Jesus.
Rachel
Matriarch of Israel and the beloved wife of Jacob who died giving birth to Benjamin
The beloved wife of the patriarch Jacob and the biological mother of Joseph and Benjamin, recognized as a foundational matriarch of the nation of Israel.
Mother-in-law of Peter
Woman healed of a fever by Jesus in Peter's home
The mother of Simon Peter's wife who was miraculously healed of a high fever by Jesus in Capernaum.
Wife of Peter
wife of the Apostle Peter who accompanied him on his missionary travels
The wife of the Apostle Peter, who traveled with her husband during his ministry and whose mother was healed by Jesus.
Alphaeus
Father of James the Less and possibly Matthew the tax collector
Alphaeus was a 1st-century Jewish man from the tribe of Judah, best known as the father of James the Apostle and possibly the father of Matthew the tax collector.
Bartholomew
Apostle of Jesus described as an Israelite in whom there is no deceit
One of the Twelve Apostles of Jesus Christ, traditionally identified with Nathanael of Cana and noted for his sincerity and early recognition of Jesus' divinity.
Judas son of James
Apostle of Jesus Christ also known as Thaddaeus who questioned Jesus during the Last Supper
One of the twelve original apostles of Jesus Christ, also known as Thaddaeus, who questioned the Lord during the Last Supper.
Philip the Apostle
Apostle of Jesus who told Nathanael to 'come and see'
One of the twelve original apostles of Jesus, Philip was a resident of Bethsaida known for bringing Nathanael to Christ and requesting a direct vision of the Father.
Simon the Zealot
Apostle of Jesus Christ distinguished by his former affiliation with the Zealots
One of the twelve original apostles of Jesus Christ, distinguished by his affiliation with the Zealot movement.
Thomas
Apostle who required physical proof of Jesus' Resurrection before believing
One of the Twelve Apostles of Jesus, often called 'Doubting Thomas' for his demand for physical proof of the Resurrection, yet also known for his profound confession of Christ's divinity.
Queen of Sheba
Queen who traveled from a distant land to test Solomon's wisdom
An unnamed foreign monarch who traveled to Jerusalem to test King Solomon's wisdom and verify his fame.
James, Brother of Jesus
Brother of Jesus and leader of the Jerusalem church who presided over the Council of Jerusalem
A brother of Jesus Christ who became a central leader of the Jerusalem church and a prominent pillar of the early Christian movement.
Joses, Sibling of Jesus
Brother of Jesus named during the rejection at Nazareth
Joses was one of the four brothers of Jesus Christ mentioned by name in the Gospels during the skepticism of the Nazarene townspeople.
Jude
Brother of Jesus and author of the New Testament Epistle of Jude
Jude was a brother of Jesus and James who identified himself as a servant of Christ and authored the General Epistle of Jude.
Simon, Brother of Jesus
Brother of Jesus Christ mentioned during the rejection at Nazareth
One of the biological brothers of Jesus Christ, listed among the siblings who lived in Nazareth during Jesus' early ministry.
Philip, Son of Herod the Great
husband of Herodias whose marriage was the subject of John the Baptist's rebuke
Philip was a member of the Herodian dynasty and the original husband of Herodias, whose subsequent marriage to Herod Antipas led to the imprisonment of John the Baptist.
Salome, Daughter of Herodias
Daughter of Herodias who requested the head of John the Baptist
The daughter of Herodias and Philip who famously danced for Herod Antipas, leading to the execution of John the Baptist.
John, Father of Simon Peter
Father of the apostles Simon Peter and Andrew
A man of the first century AD primarily known as the father of the prominent apostles Simon Peter and Andrew.
Salome, Mother of the Sons of Zebedee
Mother of the apostles James and John who witnessed the crucifixion and visited the empty tomb
A devoted follower of Jesus and the mother of the apostles James and John, present at both the crucifixion and the empty tomb.
Abel
First martyr and offerer of a more excellent sacrifice than his brother Cain
The second son of Adam and Eve, Abel was a shepherd whose righteous sacrifice and subsequent murder by his brother Cain made him the first human to experience death.
Jehoiada, High Priest of the Divided Monarchy
High Priest who saved the infant Joash and restored the Davidic throne
A pivotal High Priest who orchestrated the restoration of the Davidic line by crowning King Joash and overthrowing the usurper Queen Athaliah.
Zechariah, Son of Jehoiada
Priest and prophet who was stoned to death in the Temple court by King Joash
A righteous priest and martyr during the Divided Monarchy who was executed by King Joash for rebuking the idolatry of Judah.
Daniel, Prophet of the Exile
Prophet who survived the lions' den and interpreted the handwriting on the wall
A Judean exile who rose to high office in Babylon and Persia, known for his uncompromising faith, wisdom, and prophetic visions concerning the rise and fall of world empires.
Simon the Leper
Host of the dinner in Bethany where Jesus was anointed by a woman with an alabaster jar
A resident of Bethany and host to Jesus, Simon the Leper is famous for the dinner where a woman anointed Jesus with expensive perfume shortly before the Passion.
Joses, Son of Mary
son of Mary and brother of James the Younger who is mentioned in the crucifixion narrative
Joses was the son of Mary (a follower of Jesus) and the brother of James the Younger, mentioned in the context of the crucifixion and burial of Jesus Christ.
Simon of Cyrene
Man who was compelled to carry the cross of Jesus during the walk to Golgotha
A man from North Africa who was forced by Roman soldiers to carry the cross of Jesus during the procession to Golgotha.
The Queen of Sheba
Queen who visited Solomon to test his wisdom with hard questions
An illustrious foreign monarch who traveled from the 'ends of the earth' to Jerusalem to test the wisdom of King Solomon with difficult questions and lavish gifts.
The Bystander Who Gave Jesus Sour Wine
Bystander at the crucifixion who offered a sponge of sour wine to Jesus
An unnamed participant at the Crucifixion of Jesus Christ who offered Him a sponge soaked in sour wine to alleviate His thirst after His final cry.
The Centurion at Capernaum
Roman officer whose faith in Jesus' authority prompted the remote healing of his servant
A Roman military officer in Capernaum who demonstrated extraordinary faith in Jesus Christ's authority to heal from a distance.
The Centurion at the Cross
Roman officer who declared Jesus the Son of God at the crucifixion
A Roman officer who, after witnessing the death of Jesus and the accompanying cosmic events, declared Jesus to be the Son of God.