Galatians 1:19

But other of the apostles saw I none, save James the Lord’s brother.

Cross-reference

Matthew 13:55 lists James among Jesus' brothers, confirming James was the Lord's brother.

Mark 6:3 Parallel

Mark 6:3 similarly names James as Jesus' brother, corroborating Paul's reference to James as the Lord's brother.

1 Corinthians 9:5 mentions 'brothers of the Lord' as a group, showing James was part of this recognized family.

James 1:1 Parallel

James 1:1 identifies the author as James, likely the Lord's brother, matching the same James Paul mentions in Galatians 1:19.

Acts 12:17 Historical context

Acts 12:17 refers to James as a key leader, likely the Lord's brother, showing his importance.

Acts 15:13 Historical context

Acts 15:13 shows James, the Lord's brother, presiding at the Jerusalem council, confirming his apostolic role mentioned here.

Jude 1:1 Parallel

Jude 1:1 identifies Jude as a brother of James, supporting the family relationship of the Lord's brother mentioned in Galatians 1:19.

Matthew 10:3 lists James son of Alphaeus among the twelve, while Galatians 1:19 refers to James the Lord's brother—likely different people.

John 2:12 Historical context

John 2:12 mentions Jesus' brothers accompanying him, confirming he had brothers including James.

Acts 21:18 Historical context

Acts 21:18 depicts Paul visiting James with the elders, illustrating James's continued leadership and Paul's ongoing relationship with him.