Thaddeus, also known as Judas, son of James, is one of the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ. He is listed among the apostles in the synoptic Gospels and the Acts of the Apostles. The name "Thaddeus" is believed to be a Greek form of the Aramaic name "Lebbaeus," which means "heart" or "courageous." This apostle is sometimes referred to as "Judas not Iscariot" to distinguish him from Judas Iscariot, the disciple who betrayed Jesus.

Biblical References:

Thaddeus is mentioned in the following passages:

· Matthew 10:3 : "Philip and Bartholomew; Thomas and Matthew the tax collector; James son of Alphaeus, and Thaddaeus."
· Mark 3:18 : "Andrew, Philip, Bartholomew, Matthew, Thomas, James son of Alphaeus, Thaddaeus, Simon the Zealot."
· Luke 6:16 : "Judas son of James, and Judas Iscariot, who became a traitor."
· Acts 1:13 : "When they arrived, they went to the upper room where they were staying. Present were Peter, John, James, Andrew, Philip, Thomas, Bartholomew, Matthew, James son of Alphaeus, Simon the Zealot, and Judas son of James."

Identity and Name Variations:

Thaddeus is identified as "Judas son of James" in the Gospel of Luke and the Acts of the Apostles. The Gospel of John refers to him as "Judas (not Iscariot)" in John 14:22 : "Judas (not Iscariot) said to Him, 'Lord, why are You going to reveal Yourself to us and not to the world?'" This passage highlights Thaddeus's inquisitive nature and his desire to understand Jesus' mission and teachings.

Role and Contributions:

Thaddeus's role as an apostle is not extensively detailed in the New Testament. However, his inclusion among the twelve signifies his importance in the early Christian community. As an apostle, Thaddeus would have been a witness to Jesus' ministry, death, and resurrection, and he would have played a part in spreading the Gospel message.

Tradition and Legacy:

Christian tradition holds that Thaddeus preached the Gospel in various regions, including Judea, Samaria, Idumaea, Syria, Mesopotamia, and Libya. Some traditions suggest that he was martyred for his faith, although the details of his death are not consistently recorded.

Thaddeus is often associated with the symbol of a club, reflecting the manner of his martyrdom according to some accounts. He is venerated as a saint in various Christian traditions, and his feast day is celebrated on different dates depending on the liturgical calendar.

Theological Significance:

Thaddeus's presence among the apostles underscores the diversity and unity of the early Church. His inquiry in John 14:22 reflects a genuine desire to comprehend the mysteries of Christ's revelation, a trait that resonates with believers seeking to deepen their understanding of faith. Thaddeus's life and ministry exemplify the call to discipleship and the mission to proclaim the Gospel to all nations.Thaddeus

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Thaddeus

one of the twelve apostles. (Matthew 10:3; Mark 3:18) From a comparison with the catalogue of St. Luke, (Luke 6:16; Acts 1:13) it seems scarcely possible to doubt that the three names, of Judas, Lebbeus and Thaddeus were borne by one and the same person. [See JUDE, OR JUDAS]

Thaddeus

A surname of the apostle Jude. See JUDAS2

2280b. Thaddaios -- Thaddeus, one of the twelve apostles
... 2280a, 2280b. Thaddaios. 2281 . Thaddeus, one of the twelve apostles.
Transliteration: Thaddaios Short Definition: Thaddaeus. Word ...
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Narrative Concerning the Prince of the Edessenes.
... For after his resurrection from the dead and his ascent into heaven, Thomas, [215]
one of the twelve apostles, under divine impulse sent Thaddeus, who was also ...
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The Disciples of Our Saviour.
... They say that Thaddeus [209] also was one of them, concerning whom I shall
presently relate an account which has come down to us. ...
/.../pamphilius/church history/chapter xii the disciples of our.htm

Jesus' Last Journey to Jerusalem.
... Thaddeus said to Simon, "What does he mean by this speech?". ... Thaddeus added,
"Such an honor has never been shown to our master.". ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/stead/king of the jews/chapter ii jesus last journey.htm

The Last Supper.
... Thaddeus exclaimed, "I would rather give my life for thee than that such a deed
should be done;" and Bartholomew, "I would rather sink into the earth with shame ...
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The Holy Women at the Sepulchre.
... as the wonderful events which had taken place rendered them extremely silent and
thoughtful, and before long they met James the Less and Thaddeus, who had ...
/.../the dolorous passion of our lord jesus christ/chapter lxiv the holy women.htm

Fragment X.
... Mary the mother of the Lord; (2.) Mary the wife of Cleophas or Alph??us, who was
the mother of James the bishop and apostle, and of Simon and Thaddeus, and of ...
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The Bequest of Peace.
... do. Arise, let us go hence.""John 14:22-31. The encouraging assurances
of our Lord are interrupted by Judas Thaddeus. As Peter ...
/.../the expositors bible the gospel of st john vol ii/xi the bequest of peace.htm

Institutions of Jesus.
... two sons of Zebedee; James, son of Cleophas; Philip; Nathaniel bar-Tolmai; Thomas;
Levi, or Matthew, the son of Alphaeus; Simon Zelotes; Thaddeus or Lebbaeus ...
/.../renan/the life of jesus/chapter xviii institutions of jesus.htm

The Choice of the Twelve
... Boanerges, which is, Sons of thunder: and Andrew, and Philip, and Bartholomew, and
Matthew, and Thomas, and James the son of Alphaeus, and Thaddeus, and Simon ...
/.../chadwick/the gospel of st mark/chapter 3 7-19 the choice of.htm

The General Epistle of Jude
... Jude, the brother of the Lord, Mt.13:55; Mk.6:3, and Jude the apostle, Lk.6:16;
Acts 1:13, also called Lebbeus, Mt.10: 3, and Thaddeus, Mk.3:18. ...
/.../drummond/introduction to the new testament/the general epistle of jude.htm

Thaddeus (2 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Thaddeus (2 Occurrences). Matthew 10:3 Philip,
and Bartholomew; Thomas, and Matthew the publican; James ...
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Alpheus (5 Occurrences)
... Matthew 10:3 Philip, and Bartholomew; Thomas, and Matthew the publican; James the
son of Alpheus, and Lebbeus, whose surname was Thaddeus; (WBS YLT). ...
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Thaddaeus (2 Occurrences)

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Juda (11 Occurrences)
... (4) An apostle, "not Iscariot" (John 14:22). He is generally identified with Lebbaeus
(Matthew 10:3) and Thaddeus (Mark 3:18). See LEBBAEUS; THADDAEUS. ...
/j/juda.htm - 12k

Lebbeus (1 Occurrence)
... Matthew 10:3 Philip, and Bartholomew; Thomas, and Matthew the publican; James the
son of Alpheus, and Lebbeus, whose surname was Thaddeus; (WBS YLT). ...
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Thahash (1 Occurrence)

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Cananite (2 Occurrences)
... (YLT). Mark 3:18 and Andrew, and Philip, and Bartholomew, and Matthew, and Thomas,
and James of Alpheus, and Thaddeus, and Simon the Cananite, (YLT). ...
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Abagarus
... The apostle Thomas sent Judas Thaddeus, one of the Seventy, who healed him (Cod.
Apocrypha New Testament). AL Breslich. ABAGARUS. a-bag'-a-rus. See ABGARUS. ...
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Abgarus
... the dead. The apostle Thomas sent Judas Thaddeus, one of the Seventy, who
healed him (Cod. Apocrypha New Testament). AL Breslich. ...
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Abgar
... the dead. The apostle Thomas sent Judas Thaddeus, one of the Seventy, who
healed him (Cod. Apocrypha New Testament). AL Breslich. ...
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