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 EMV 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Zebedee (Zabdi) from the Hebrew zebhadyah or zebhad means "God has given" - Historical reference: few characters bear this name.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]
EMV 20 EMV 25 EMV 48 EMV 49 EMV 60 EMV 64 EMV 65 EMV 70
EMV 122 EMV 152 EMV 164
EMV 280
EMV 351 EMV 355 EMV 378
EMV 583
EMV 649