Zebedee, father of the apostles John and James
Galilean from Bethsaida. Married to Mary Salome, mother of the apostles John and James, he is the father of the Apostles John and James as well as other children. This fishing patron is fairly well-off and has workers who operate alongside his sons. This is undoubtedly justified, considering the enterprises he develops, particularly in Jerusalem where his parents have a pied-à-terre. Among his clients is the high priest Annas and his Family.
His parents appear in the work in GRM 20 and 25.[1]-[2]
Character and Appearance[edit | edit source]
He appears younger than his wife to whom he has been married for 40 years. Maria Valtorta, based on his appearance, gives him about 50-55 years old at the beginning of the public life while his wife confesses to being 60 years old during the 2nd year of public life. He will die around the year 40.
Apostolic Path[edit | edit source]
He is a wise man, Jesus says about him.[3]
His Name[edit | edit source]
Zebedee (Zabdi) from the Hebrew zebhadyah or zebhad means "God has given" - Historical reference: few characters bear this name.
Where is he mentioned in the work?[edit | edit source]
GRM 20 GRM 25 GRM 48 GRM 49 GRM 60 GRM 64 GRM 65 GRM 70
GRM 122 GRM 152 GRM 164
GRM 280
GRM 351 GRM 355 GRM 378
GRM 583
GRM 649
Notes and references[edit | edit source]
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