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Thomas and Matthew the tax collector; James son of Alphaeus, and Thaddaeus; <a href="/nlt/matthew/10.htm">New Living Translation</a> Philip, Bartholomew, Thomas, Matthew (the tax collector), James (son of Alphaeus), Thaddaeus, <a href="/esv/matthew/10.htm">English Standard Version</a> Philip and Bartholomew; Thomas and Matthew the tax collector; James the son of Alphaeus, and Thaddaeus; <a href="/bsb/matthew/10.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> Philip and Bartholomew; Thomas and Matthew the tax collector; James son of Alphaeus, and Thaddaeus; <a href="/blb/matthew/10.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> Philip and Bartholomew; Thomas and Matthew the tax collector; James the son of Alphaeus, and Thaddaeus; <a href="/kjv/matthew/10.htm">King James Bible</a> Philip, and Bartholomew; Thomas, and Matthew the publican; James the son of Alphaeus, and Lebbaeus, whose surname was Thaddaeus; <a href="/nkjv/matthew/10.htm">New King James Version</a> Philip and Bartholomew; Thomas and Matthew the tax collector; James the son of Alphaeus, and Lebbaeus, whose surname was Thaddaeus; <a href="/nasb_/matthew/10.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> Philip and Bartholomew; Thomas and Matthew the tax collector; James the son of Alphaeus, and Thaddaeus; <a href="/nasb/matthew/10.htm">NASB 1995</a> Philip and Bartholomew; Thomas and Matthew the tax collector; James the son of Alphaeus, and Thaddaeus; <a href="/nasb77/matthew/10.htm">NASB 1977 </a> Philip and Bartholomew; Thomas and Matthew the tax-gatherer; James the son of Alphaeus, and Thaddaeus; <a href="/lsb/matthew/10.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> Philip and Bartholomew; Thomas and Matthew the tax collector; James the son of Alphaeus, and Thaddaeus; <a href="/amp/matthew/10.htm">Amplified Bible</a> Philip and Bartholomew (Nathanael); Thomas and Matthew (Levi) the tax collector; James the son of Alphaeus, and Thaddaeus (Judas, not Iscariot); <a href="/csb/matthew/10.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> Philip and Bartholomew; Thomas and Matthew the tax collector; James the son of Alphaeus, and Thaddaeus; <a href="/hcsb/matthew/10.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> Philip and Bartholomew; Thomas and Matthew the tax collector; James the son of Alphaeus, and Thaddaeus; <a href="/asv/matthew/10.htm">American Standard Version</a> Philip, and Bartholomew; Thomas, and Matthew the publican; James the son of Alph锟絬s, and Thadd锟絬s; <a href="/cev/matthew/10.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> Philip, Bartholomew, Thomas, Matthew the tax collector, James the son of Alphaeus, and Thaddaeus were also apostles. <a href="/erv/matthew/10.htm">English Revised Version</a> Philip, and Bartholomew; Thomas, and Matthew the publican; James the son of Alphaeus, and Thaddaeus; <a href="/gwt/matthew/10.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> Philip and Bartholomew; Thomas and Matthew the tax collector; James (son of Alphaeus), and Thaddaeus; <a href="/gnt/matthew/10.htm">Good News Translation</a> Philip and Bartholomew; Thomas and Matthew, the tax collector; James son of Alphaeus, and Thaddaeus; <a href="/isv/matthew/10.htm">International Standard Version</a> Philip and Bartholomew; Thomas and Matthew the tax collector; James, the son of Alphaeus, and Thaddaeus; <a href="/msb/matthew/10.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> Philip and Bartholomew; Thomas and Matthew the tax collector; James son of Alphaeus, and Lebbaeus called Thaddaeus. <a href="/net/matthew/10.htm">NET Bible</a> Philip and Bartholomew; Thomas and Matthew the tax collector; James the son of Alphaeus, and Thaddaeus; <a href="/nheb/matthew/10.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> Philip and Bartholomew; Thomas and Matthew the tax collector; James the son of Alphaeus, and Thaddaeus; <a href="/wbt/matthew/10.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> Philip, and Bartholomew; Thomas, and Matthew the publican; James the son of Alpheus, and Lebbeus, whose surname was Thaddeus; <a href="/wey/matthew/10.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> Philip and Bartholomew, Thomas and Matthew the tax-gatherer, James the son of Alphaeus, and Thaddaeus; <a href="/web/matthew/10.htm">World English Bible</a> Philip; Bartholomew; Thomas; Matthew the tax collector; James the son of Alphaeus; Lebbaeus, who was also called Thaddaeus; <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/matthew/10.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> Philip, and Bartholomew; Thomas, and Matthew the tax collector; James of Alpheus, and Lebbeus who was surnamed Thaddeus; <a href="/blb/matthew/10.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> Philip and Bartholomew; Thomas and Matthew the tax collector; James the son of Alphaeus, and Thaddaeus; <a href="/ylt/matthew/10.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> Philip, and Bartholomew; Thomas, and Matthew the tax-gatherer; James of Alpheus, and Lebbeus who was surnamed Thaddeus; <a href="/slt/matthew/10.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> Philip, and Bartholomew; Thomas, and Matthew the tax collector; James, he of Alpheus, and Lebbeus, he surnamed Thaddeus;<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/matthew/10.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> James the son of Zebedee, and John his brother, Philip and Bartholomew, Thomas and Matthew the publican, and James the son of Alpheus, and Thaddeus, <a href="/cpdv/matthew/10.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> James of Zebedee, and John his brother, Philip and Bartholomew, Thomas and Matthew the tax collector, and James of Alphaeus, and Thaddaeus, <a href="/nabre/matthew/10.htm">New American Bible</a> Philip and Bartholomew, Thomas and Matthew the tax collector; James, the son of Alphaeus, and Thaddeus; <a href="/nrsvce/matthew/10.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> Philip and Bartholomew; Thomas and Matthew the tax collector; James son of Alphaeus, and Thaddaeus;<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/matthew/10.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> Philip and Bartholomew, Thomas and Matthew the publican, James the son of Alphaeus, and Lebbaeus surnamed Thaddaeus; <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/matthew/10.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> And Philippus, Bar Tolmay, and Thoma, and Mattay the Tax Collector, and Yaqob Bar Halphi, and Lebai who was called Thadi,<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/matthew/10.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> Philip and Bartholomew, Thomas, and Matthew the publican; James the son of Alphaeus, and Lebbaeus, who was surnamed Thaddaeus; <a href="/godbey/matthew/10.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> Philip and Bartholomew; Thomas and Matthew the publican; James the son of Alpheus, and Lebbeus called Thaddeus; <a href="/haweis/matthew/10.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> Philip, and Bartholomew; Thomas, and Matthew the tax-gatherer; James son of Alpheus, and Lebbeus, whose surname is Thaddeus; <a href="/mace/matthew/10.htm">Mace New Testament</a> James the son of Zebedee, and John his brother, Philip and Bartholomew, Thomas, and Matthew the publican, James the son of Alpheus, and Labbeus, whose sirname was Thaddeus, Simon the zelot, <a href="/wey/matthew/10.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> Philip and Bartholomew, Thomas and Matthew the tax-gatherer, James the son of Alphaeus, and Thaddaeus; <a href="/worrell/matthew/10.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> Philip, and Bartholomew; Thomas, and Matthew the tax-collector; James the son of Alpaeus, and Thaddeus; <a href="/worsley/matthew/10.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> Thomas, and Matthew the publican; James the son of Alpheus, and Lebbeus who was surnamed Thaddeus; <a href="/parallel/matthew/10-3.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/hriiyJYqzvc?start=2401" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/matthew/10.htm">The Twelve Apostles</a> …2These are the names of the twelve apostles: first Simon, called Peter, and his brother Andrew; James son of Zebedee, and his brother John; 3<a href="/greek/5376.htm" title="5376: Philippos (N-NMS) -- From philos and hippos; fond of horses; Philippus, the name of four Israelites.">Philip</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/918.htm" title="918: Bartholomaios (N-NMS) -- Of Chaldee origin; son of Tolmai; Bar-tholomoeus, a Christian apostle.">Bartholomew;</a> <a href="/greek/2381.htm" title="2381: Thōmas (N-NMS) -- Thomas, also called Didymus, one of the Twelve. Of Chaldee origin; the twin; Thomas, a Christian.">Thomas</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/3156.htm" title="3156: Maththaios (N-NMS) -- Matthew. A shorter form of machomai; Matthaeus, an Israelite and a Christian.">Matthew</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: ho (Art-NMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">the</a> <a href="/greek/5057.htm" title="5057: telōnēs (N-NMS) -- A publican, collector of taxes. From telos and oneomai; a tax-farmer, i.e. Collector of public revenue.">tax collector;</a> <a href="/greek/2385.htm" title="2385: Iakōbos (N-NMS) -- The same as Iakob Graecized; Jacobus, the name of three Israelites.">James</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: ho (Art-NMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">son</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tou (Art-GMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/256.htm" title="256: Halphaiou (N-GMS) -- Alphaeus; apparently two persons, (a) father of Levi, and (b) father of James. Of Hebrew origin; Alphoeus, an Israelite.">of Alphaeus,</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/2280.htm" title="2280: Thaddaios (N-NMS) -- Thaddaeus, one of the twelve apostles. Of uncertain origin; Thaddaeus, one of the Apostles.">Thaddaeus;</a> 4Simon the Zealot, and Judas Iscariot, who betrayed Jesus.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/mark/3-18.htm">Mark 3:18</a> Andrew, Philip, Bartholomew, Matthew, Thomas, James son of Alphaeus, Thaddaeus, Simon the Zealot, <a href="/luke/6-15.htm">Luke 6:15</a> Matthew and Thomas; James son of Alphaeus and Simon called the Zealot; <a href="/acts/1-13.htm">Acts 1:13</a> When they arrived, they went to the upper room where they were staying: Peter and John, James and Andrew, Philip and Thomas, Bartholomew and Matthew, James son of Alphaeus, Simon the Zealot, and Judas son of James. <a href="/john/1-45.htm">John 1:45-46</a> Philip found Nathanael and told him, “We have found the One Moses wrote about in the Law, the One the prophets foretold—Jesus of Nazareth, the son of Joseph.” / “Can anything good come from Nazareth?” Nathanael asked. “Come and see,” said Philip. <a href="/john/14-22.htm">John 14:22</a> Judas (not Iscariot) asked Him, “Lord, why are You going to reveal Yourself to us and not to the world?” <a href="/john/11-16.htm">John 11:16</a> Then Thomas called Didymus said to his fellow disciples, “Let us also go, so that we may die with Him.” <a href="/john/20-24.htm">John 20:24-29</a> Now Thomas called Didymus, one of the Twelve, was not with the disciples when Jesus came. / So the other disciples told him, “We have seen the Lord!” But he replied, “Unless I see the nail marks in His hands, and put my finger where the nails have been, and put my hand into His side, I will never believe.” / Eight days later, His disciples were once again inside with the doors locked, and Thomas was with them. Jesus came and stood among them and said, “Peace be with you.” ... <a href="/john/21-2.htm">John 21:2</a> Simon Peter, Thomas called Didymus, Nathanael from Cana in Galilee, the sons of Zebedee, and two other disciples were together. <a href="/acts/8-1.htm">Acts 8:1</a> And Saul was there, giving approval to Stephen’s death. On that day a great persecution broke out against the church in Jerusalem, and all except the apostles were scattered throughout Judea and Samaria. <a href="/acts/9-27.htm">Acts 9:27</a> Then Barnabas brought him to the apostles and described how Saul had seen the Lord, who had spoken to him on the road to Damascus, and how Saul had spoken boldly in that city in the name of Jesus. <a href="/acts/15-13.htm">Acts 15:13-21</a> When they had finished speaking, James declared, “Brothers, listen to me! / Simon has told us how God first visited the Gentiles to take from them a people to be His own. / The words of the prophets agree with this, as it is written: ... <a href="/acts/21-18.htm">Acts 21:18</a> The next day Paul went in with us to see James, and all the elders were present. <a href="/galatians/1-19.htm">Galatians 1:19</a> But I saw none of the other apostles except James, the Lord’s brother. <a href="/1_corinthians/9-5.htm">1 Corinthians 9:5</a> Have we no right to take along a believing wife, as do the other apostles and the Lord’s brothers and Cephas? <a href="/james/1-1.htm">James 1:1</a> James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, To the twelve tribes of the Dispersion: Greetings.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>Philip, and Bartholomew; Thomas, and Matthew the publican; James the son of Alphaeus, and Lebbaeus, whose surname was Thaddaeus;Philip.<a href="/mark/3-18.htm">Mark 3:18</a> And Andrew, and Philip, and Bartholomew, and Matthew, and Thomas, and James the son of Alphaeus, and Thaddaeus, and Simon the Canaanite,<a href="/luke/6-14.htm">Luke 6:14</a> Simon, (whom he also named Peter,) and Andrew his brother, James and John, Philip and Bartholomew,<a href="/john/1-43.htm">John 1:43-46</a> The day following Jesus would go forth into Galilee, and findeth Philip, and saith unto him, Follow me… Thomas.<a href="/luke/6-15.htm">Luke 6:15</a> Matthew and Thomas, James the son of Alphaeus, and Simon called Zelotes,<a href="/john/11-16.htm">John 11:16</a> Then said Thomas, which is called Didymus, unto his fellowdisciples, Let us also go, that we may die with him.<a href="/john/20-24.htm">John 20:24-29</a> But Thomas, one of the twelve, called Didymus, was not with them when Jesus came… Matthew.<a href="/matthew/9-9.htm">Matthew 9:9</a> And as Jesus passed forth from thence, he saw a man, named Matthew, sitting at the receipt of custom: and he saith unto him, Follow me. And he arose, and followed him.<a href="/mark/2-14.htm">Mark 2:14</a> And as he passed by, he saw Levi the son of Alphaeus sitting at the receipt of custom, and said unto him, Follow me. And he arose and followed him.<a href="/luke/5-27.htm">Luke 5:27</a> And after these things he went forth, and saw a publican, named Levi, sitting at the receipt of custom: and he said unto him, Follow me.Levi.<a href="/luke/6-15.htm">Luke 6:15</a> Matthew and Thomas, James the son of Alphaeus, and Simon called Zelotes,<a href="/acts/1-13.htm">Acts 1:13</a> And when they were come in, they went up into an upper room, where abode both Peter, and James, and John, and Andrew, Philip, and Thomas, Bartholomew, and Matthew, James the son of Alphaeus, and Simon Zelotes, and Judas the brother of James.James.<a href="/matthew/27-56.htm">Matthew 27:56</a> Among which was Mary Magdalene, and Mary the mother of James and Joses, and the mother of Zebedee's children.<a href="/mark/3-18.htm">Mark 3:18</a> And Andrew, and Philip, and Bartholomew, and Matthew, and Thomas, and James the son of Alphaeus, and Thaddaeus, and Simon the Canaanite,<a href="/luke/6-15.htm">Luke 6:15,16</a> Matthew and Thomas, James the son of Alphaeus, and Simon called Zelotes, … Lebbaeus.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/acts/1-13.htm">Alphaeus</a> <a href="/acts/1-13.htm">Alpheus</a> <a href="/acts/1-13.htm">Bartholomew</a> <a href="/daniel/11-20.htm">Collector</a> <a href="/matthew/10-2.htm">James</a> <a href="/matthew/9-9.htm">Matthew</a> <a href="/acts/21-9.htm">Philip</a> <a href="/luke/19-2.htm">Publican</a> <a href="/isaiah/45-4.htm">Surname</a> <a href="/isaiah/45-4.htm">Surnamed</a> <a href="/matthew/9-11.htm">Tax</a> <a href="/luke/19-2.htm">Tax-Farmer</a> <a href="/luke/19-2.htm">Tax-Gatherer</a> <a href="/mark/3-18.htm">Thaddaeus</a> <a href="/mark/3-18.htm">Thaddeus</a> <a href="/acts/1-13.htm">Thomas</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/mark/2-14.htm">Alphaeus</a> <a href="/mark/2-14.htm">Alpheus</a> <a href="/mark/3-18.htm">Bartholomew</a> <a href="/matthew/18-17.htm">Collector</a> <a href="/matthew/13-55.htm">James</a> <a href="/mark/3-18.htm">Matthew</a> <a href="/matthew/14-3.htm">Philip</a> <a href="/matthew/18-17.htm">Publican</a> <a href="/mark/3-16.htm">Surname</a> <a href="/mark/3-16.htm">Surnamed</a> <a href="/matthew/11-19.htm">Tax</a> <a href="/matthew/18-17.htm">Tax-Farmer</a> <a href="/matthew/18-17.htm">Tax-Gatherer</a> <a href="/mark/3-18.htm">Thaddaeus</a> <a href="/mark/3-18.htm">Thaddeus</a> <a href="/mark/3-18.htm">Thomas</a><div class="vheading2">Matthew 10</div>1. <a href="/matthew/10-1.htm">Jesus sends out his apostles, enabling them with power to do miracles;</a> 5. <a href="/matthew/10-5.htm">giving them their charge, teaches them;</a> 16. <a href="/matthew/10-16.htm">comforts them against persecutions;</a> 40. <a href="/matthew/10-40.htm">and promises a blessing to those who receive them.</a> </div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/matthew/10.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/matthew/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/matthew/10.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>Philip and Bartholomew; Philip was one of the first disciples called by Jesus, as seen in <a href="/john/1-43.htm">John 1:43-44</a>. He hailed from Bethsaida, the same town as Andrew and Peter, indicating a close-knit community of early followers. Bartholomew is often identified with Nathanael, who is mentioned in <a href="/john/1-45.htm">John 1:45-51</a>. This connection is supported by the pairing of Philip and Bartholomew in the synoptic gospels, suggesting a close relationship or partnership in ministry. Bartholomew/Nathanael is noted for his initial skepticism about Jesus being from Nazareth, which reflects the cultural and regional biases of the time. His eventual recognition of Jesus as the Son of God highlights the transformative power of encountering Christ.Thomas and Matthew the tax collector; Thomas, also known as Didymus, is famously known for his doubt about Jesus' resurrection until he saw the risen Christ himself (<a href="/john/20-24.htm">John 20:24-29</a>). This skepticism and subsequent belief underscore the theme of faith and evidence, a significant aspect of Christian doctrine. Matthew, identified as a tax collector, represents a group often despised by Jewish society for their collaboration with the Roman occupiers and perceived corruption. His inclusion among the apostles illustrates the radical inclusivity of Jesus' ministry and the transformative power of grace. Matthew's background provides a unique perspective in his Gospel, emphasizing Jesus' fulfillment of Old Testament prophecy and His role as the Messiah.James son of Alphaeus, and Thaddaeus; James, son of Alphaeus, is sometimes referred to as "James the Less" to distinguish him from James, the son of Zebedee. Little is known about him, which may suggest his humility or a less prominent role among the apostles. His mention alongside Thaddaeus, who is also called Judas son of James in <a href="/luke/6-16.htm">Luke 6:16</a> and <a href="/acts/1-13.htm">Acts 1:13</a>, highlights the diversity of backgrounds among the apostles. Thaddaeus' alternate name, Judas, should not be confused with Judas Iscariot, the betrayer. The presence of multiple names for some apostles reflects the common practice of having both Hebrew and Greek names, indicative of the cultural intersections in first-century Judea.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/p/philip.htm">Philip</a> One of the twelve apostles, Philip is often associated with bringing Nathanael (Bartholomew) to Jesus. He is known for his practical nature and questioning spirit, as seen in other Gospel accounts. 2. <a href="/topical/b/bartholomew.htm">Bartholomew</a> Traditionally identified with Nathanael, Bartholomew is one of the lesser-known apostles. His encounter with Jesus, as described in the Gospel of John, highlights his initial skepticism and subsequent faith. 3. <a href="/topical/t/thomas.htm">Thomas</a> Also known as "Doubting Thomas," he is famous for his initial doubt about Jesus' resurrection and his subsequent declaration of faith. His account is a powerful testament to the journey from doubt to belief. 4. <a href="/topical/m/matthew_the_tax_collector.htm">Matthew the Tax Collector</a> Formerly a tax collector, Matthew's calling by Jesus is a profound example of transformation and redemption. He is traditionally credited with writing the Gospel of Matthew. 5. <a href="/topical/j/james_son_of_alphaeus.htm">James son of Alphaeus</a> Often referred to as "James the Less" to distinguish him from James, the brother of John. Little is known about him, but his inclusion among the apostles signifies his importance in the early church. 6. <a href="/topical/t/thaddaeus.htm">Thaddaeus</a> Also known as Judas son of James, Thaddaeus is one of the lesser-known apostles. His presence among the twelve highlights the diversity of Jesus' followers.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/t/the_diversity_of_jesus'_followers.htm">The Diversity of Jesus' Followers</a> The apostles came from various backgrounds, illustrating that Jesus calls people from all walks of life. This diversity is a strength and a model for the church today. <a href="/topical/t/the_power_of_personal_testimony.htm">The Power of Personal Testimony</a> Philip's role in bringing Nathanael to Jesus underscores the importance of sharing our faith with others. Personal testimony can be a powerful tool for evangelism. <a href="/topical/f/faith_and_doubt.htm">Faith and Doubt</a> Thomas' journey from doubt to faith is a reminder that doubt is a natural part of the faith journey. Jesus meets us in our doubts and invites us to deeper belief. <a href="/topical/t/transformation_through_christ.htm">Transformation through Christ</a> Matthew's transformation from a tax collector to an apostle demonstrates the radical change that Jesus can bring to a person's life. No one is beyond the reach of His grace. <a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_lesser-known_disciples.htm">The Importance of Lesser-Known Disciples</a> Figures like James son of Alphaeus and Thaddaeus remind us that every follower of Christ has a role to play, even if they are not in the spotlight.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_matthew_10.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Matthew 10</a> <a href="/q/who_is_james,_son_of_alphaeus.htm">Who is James, son of Alphaeus?</a> <a href="/q/who_was_philip_in_the_bible.htm">Who was Philip in the Bible?</a> <a href="/q/who_was_thaddeus_in_the_bible.htm">Who was Thaddeus in the Bible?</a> <a href="/q/who_was_thomas_in_the_bible.htm">Who was Thomas in the Bible?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/matthew/10.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 3. - Bartholomew. Nathanael (<a href="/john/1-45.htm">John 1:45</a>, equivalent to Theodore) was so common a name (cf. <a href="/numbers/1-8.htm">Numbers 1:8</a>; <a href="/1_chronicles/2-14.htm">1 Chronicles 2:14</a>; <a href="/1_chronicles/15-24.htm">1 Chronicles 15:24</a>; <a href="/1_chronicles/26-4.htm">1 Chronicles 26:4</a>; <a href="/2_chronicles/17-7.htm">2 Chronicles 17:7</a>; <a href="/2_chronicles/35-9.htm">2 Chronicles 35:9</a>; <a href="/ezra/10-22.htm">Ezra 10:22</a>; <a href="/nehemiah/12-21.htm">Nehemiah 12:21, 36</a>), that for further identification a patronymic ("son of Tolmai," Ptolemy) was used, which in this case (as in the case of a Bartholomew mentioned in 'Pesikta Rabbathi,' § 22, p. 113, edit. Friedmann; cf. also Levy, s.v. תלמיון), superseded the proper name. Thomas. "As Thomas (Δίδυμος), ' the Twin,' is properly a surname, and this apostle must have had some other name, there seems no reason for doubting this very early tradition [Eusebius, 'Hist. Eccl.,' 1:13, and probably the Old Syriac of <a href="/john/14-22.htm">John 14:22</a>, et al.] that he also was a Jude" (Bishop Lightfoot, 'Galatians,' p. 257, edit. 1869). The ' Clem. Hem.,' 2:1, give Eliezer as the name of the other brother. Matthew the publican (Introduction, p. 20.), James the son of Alphseus. (On the possibility of the name and the person being identical with the Clopas of <a href="/john/19-25.htm">John 19:25</a>, cf. Bishop Lightfoot, 'Galatians,' p. 260.) And Lebbaeus, whose surname was Thaddaeus; and Thaddaeus (Revised Version); as also Mark, while Luke and <a href="/acts/1-13.htm">Acts 1:13</a> read "Jude [the brother, Authorized Version, but better the son, Revised Version] of James," which was doubtless his proper name. If the word "Thaddaeus" (תּדּאי) was as seems likely (for Edersheim's connexion of it with todah, "praise," is based on what is apparently a mere play of words in Talm. Bob., 'Sanh.,' 43a), originally a pet-name (Sehosskind, "Bosom-child," Weiss, Nosgen) from תַּדֵּי, "the female breasts," it is intelligible that he or others would prefer the somewhat synonymous "Lebbseus" (לֵב, "heart"), which might mean "child of one's heart," but more probably "courageous," found in the "Western" text. The similarity of sound would help towards this, even if another derivation that seems possible, "the Fiery" (from לִבָּה, "kindle"), be the true one. In the latter case the appellation, "Jude the Zealot" (Old Latin), may rest on something more than a mistaken interpretation of the parallel passage in Luke. In Westcott and Herr, 'App.,' it is said that "this name [Lebbaeus] is apparently due to an early attempt to bring Levi (Δευείς) the publican (<a href="/luke/5-27.htm">Luke 5:27</a>) within the Twelve, it being assumed that his call was to apostleship just as in <a href="/mark/2-14.htm">Mark 2:14</a> Δευείς is changed in Western texts to Ἰάκωβος, because τὸν τοῦ Ἁλφαίου follows, and it was assumed that the son of Halphseus elsewhere named as one of the Twelve must be meant. The difference between the two forms of the name would be inconsiderable in Aramaic, Lewi and Levi or Lebi or Lebbi; and Βεββαῖος might as easily represent Lebbi as Θαδδαῖος Τηαδδι. <a href="/commentaries/matthew/10-3.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>Philip Φίλιππος (Philippos) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5376.htm">Strong's 5376: </a> From philos and hippos; fond of horses; Philippus, the name of four Israelites. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. Bartholomew; Βαρθολομαῖος (Bartholomaios) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_918.htm">Strong's 918: </a> Of Chaldee origin; son of Tolmai; Bar-tholomoeus, a Christian apostle. Thomas Θωμᾶς (Thōmas) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2381.htm">Strong's 2381: </a> Thomas, also called Didymus, one of the Twelve. Of Chaldee origin; the twin; Thomas, a Christian. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. Matthew Μαθθαῖος (Maththaios) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3156.htm">Strong's 3156: </a> Matthew. A shorter form of machomai; Matthaeus, an Israelite and a Christian. the ὁ (ho) Article - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. tax collector; τελώνης (telōnēs) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5057.htm">Strong's 5057: </a> A publican, collector of taxes. From telos and oneomai; a tax-farmer, i.e. Collector of public revenue. James Ἰάκωβος (Iakōbos) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2385.htm">Strong's 2385: </a> The same as Iakob Graecized; Jacobus, the name of three Israelites. [son] ὁ (ho) Article - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. of Alphaeus, Ἁλφαίου (Halphaiou) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_256.htm">Strong's 256: </a> Alphaeus; apparently two persons, (a) father of Levi, and (b) father of James. Of Hebrew origin; Alphoeus, an Israelite. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. Thaddaeus; Θαδδαῖος (Thaddaios) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2280.htm">Strong's 2280: </a> Thaddaeus, one of the twelve apostles. 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