And Judas the brother of James, and Judas Iscariot, which also was the traitor.
And Judas (James's brother), and Judas Iscariot, the one who would later betray Jesus.
Even in the inner circle, not everyone stays loyal.
📚 Historical Context
In the first century, during Jesus' ministry in ancient Israel, he selected twelve apostles as described in Luke chapter 6, choosing them after praying on a mountain to form his core group for spreading the gospel. Among these apostles were two named Judas: one was the brother of James, likely a lesser-known faithful follower, and the other was Judas Iscariot, who would later betray Jesus, leading to his arrest. This list underscores the mix of ordinary people in Jesus' inner circle, reflecting the realities of human character in a time of intense religious and political tension under Roman rule.
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