Overview
The Bible addresses zebedee across 4 verses, drawn from the New Testament. These passages cluster most in Matthew and Mark. Closely related themes include Apostles, Salome, Devotedness to God and Fishermen. Figures whose stories touch this theme include James and Mary Magdalene.
Key Bible verses about zebedee
New Testament
Matthew
And going on from thence, he saw other two brethren, James the son of Zebedee, and John his brother, in a ship with Zebedee their father, mending their nets; and he called them.
Then came to him the mother of Zebedee's children with her sons, worshipping him, and desiring a certain thing of him.
Among which was Mary Magdalene, and Mary the mother of James and Joses, and the mother of Zebedee's children.
People in the Bible and zebedee
Biblical figures whose stories intersect with this theme.
In the Bible dictionary
Studying zebedee for yourself
- Begin with Matthew 4:21, then read the passages below in canonical order.
- Compare how Matthew and Mark each treat the theme.
- Consider the lives of James and Mary Magdalene and how their stories intersect with it.
- Widen the study to related themes: Apostles, Salome, Devotedness to God and Fishermen.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Bible say about zebedee?
The Bible addresses zebedee across 4 verses, drawn from the New Testament. These passages cluster most in Matthew and Mark. Closely related themes include Apostles, Salome, Devotedness to God and Fishermen. Figures whose stories touch this theme include James and Mary Magdalene.
How many Bible verses are about zebedee?
The Bible references zebedee in 4 verses (King James Version).
Where does the Bible first mention zebedee?
In canonical order, the first of these passages is Matthew 4:21: “And going on from thence, he saw other two brethren, James the son of Zebedee, and John his brother, in a ship with Zebedee their father, mending their nets; and he called them.”
Which people in the Bible are associated with zebedee?
James and Mary Magdalene.
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