Lebbeus is a name associated with one of the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ, more commonly known as Thaddaeus. The name Lebbeus is mentioned in some ancient manuscripts and is considered a variant or additional name for the apostle Thaddaeus. This apostle is listed among the twelve in the synoptic Gospels and the Acts of the Apostles, though the name Lebbeus itself does not appear in the Berean Standard Bible text.

Biblical References:

1. Matthew 10:3 : "Philip and Bartholomew; Thomas and Matthew the tax collector; James son of Alphaeus, and Thaddaeus."

2. Mark 3:18 : "Andrew, Philip, Bartholomew, Matthew, Thomas, James son of Alphaeus, Thaddaeus, Simon the Zealot."

3. Luke 6:16 : "Judas son of James, and Judas Iscariot, who became a traitor."

4. 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:

Lebbeus, also known as Thaddaeus, is sometimes identified with Judas, son of James, as mentioned in the Gospel of Luke and the Acts of the Apostles. The name variations and the identification with Judas, son of James, have led to some confusion in the apostolic lists. However, it is generally accepted that Lebbeus/Thaddaeus and Judas, son of James, refer to the same individual, distinct from Judas Iscariot, the betrayer of Jesus.

Character and Ministry:

Little is known about the specific acts and character of Lebbeus/Thaddaeus from the biblical texts. However, as one of the twelve apostles, he would have been a close follower of Jesus, witnessing His ministry, death, and resurrection. The apostles were chosen by Jesus to be His primary disciples and were tasked with spreading the Gospel message after His ascension.

Tradition and Legacy:

Christian tradition holds that Thaddaeus, also known as Lebbeus, preached the Gospel in various regions after the resurrection of Christ. Some traditions suggest he ministered in areas such as Mesopotamia, Persia, and Armenia. His missionary work is often associated with the spread of Christianity in these regions, although specific historical details are sparse.

Lebbeus/Thaddaeus is venerated as a saint in various Christian traditions, and his feast day is celebrated on different dates depending on the liturgical calendar of each tradition. His life and ministry, though not extensively detailed in Scripture, are honored for his role in the early Church and his dedication to the teachings of Jesus Christ.Lebbeus

a man of heart; praising; confessing

Lebbeus

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The Story of the Stranger at the Well
... another James, the son of Alpheus, who was called "James the Less," to keep his
name apart from the first James, the brother of John; and Lebbeus, who was also ...
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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. ...
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Of the Section Where it is Recorded, that Being Moved with ...
... [971] In five mss. Lebd??um, Lebdeus, is given instead of Lebbeus, but wrongly,
as appears from the Greek text of Matthew 10:3.--Migne. ...
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One Argument which Has Been Much Relied Upon but not More than Its ...
... "Simon, which is called Peter; Lebbeus, whose sum me is Thaddeus; Thomas, which
is called Didymus; Simeon, who was called Niger; Saul, who was also called Paul ...
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Lebbeus (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Lebbeus (1 Occurrence). Matthew 10:3 Philip, and
Bartholomew; Thomas, and Matthew the publican; James the ...
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Lebkamai (1 Occurrence)

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Lebbaeus (1 Occurrence)

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Thaddeus (2 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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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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