Apostles, martyrs and saints
Saint James, son of Alphaeus
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Saint James, son of Alphaeus, is one of the twelve apostles chosen by Christ. He holds the scroll bearing the opening words of the epistle that carries his name and raises his hand to teach.
References: Matthew 10:3; Mark 3:18; Luke 6:15; Acts 1:13; James 1:1.
The Coptic inscription gives his name and lineage. The Coptic Church venerates him as apostle and martyr.
Further reading
On Coptipedia, the Coptic encyclopedia (in French)
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