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The eldest son of Joseph’s first marriage, Apostle James The Brother of Our Lord is celebrated with Joseph and King David in the days following Nativity. He accompanied the Holy Family into Egypt and returned with them to Israel. After the Lord’s Ascension, James became the first bishop of Jerusalem, greatly esteemed by Christians and Jews alike. Because he preached the godliness of Jesus, he was thrown from the roof of Jerusalem Temple, becoming a martyr. He is celebrated Oct 23 and Dec 31. Uppsala, Early Christian, Covenant Theology, Book Of James, Orthodox Christian Icons, Byzantine Art, Byzantine Icons, Orthodox Christianity, Greek Orthodox

The eldest son of Joseph’s first marriage, Apostle James The Brother of Our Lord is celebrated with Joseph and King David in the days following Nativity. He accompanied the Holy Family into Egypt and returned with them to Israel. After the Lord’s Ascension, James became the first bishop of Jerusalem, greatly esteemed by Christians and Jews alike. Because he preached the godliness of Jesus, he was thrown from the roof of Jerusalem Temple, becoming a martyr. He is celebrated Oct 23 and Dec 31.

Scallop Shell and Cross of Saint James. Motivational symbol for the 'Camino de Santiago' pilgrimage trail route in Spain. -- Choose from our vast selection of art prints and posters to match with your desired size to make the perfect print or poster. Pick your favorite: Movies, TV Shows, Art, and so much more! Available in mini, small, medium, large, and extra-large depending on the design. For men, women, and children. Perfect for decoration. Camino De Santiago, Santiago, Santiago De Compostela, Skull Flag, Jesus Design, First Mothers Day Gifts, Bee Sticker, The Camino, Scallop Shell

Scallop Shell and Cross of Saint James. Motivational symbol for the 'Camino de Santiago' pilgrimage trail route in Spain. -- Choose from our vast selection of art prints and posters to match with your desired size to make the perfect print or poster. Pick your favorite: Movies, TV Shows, Art, and so much more! Available in mini, small, medium, large, and extra-large depending on the design. For men, women, and children. Perfect for decoration.

Santiago Matamoros, oil-on-canvas, 18th c.  New Orleans Museum of Art, Museum Purchase. This painting, most likely from Cuzco, depicts Santiago Matamoros (the "Moor-slayer") trampling Muslims during the Reconquest in Spain. Santiago was also important in the Americas as a symbol of militant Christianity. Spanish soldiers believed they saw him during a battle against the Incas in the 1500s that they subsequently won. Santiago was seen as a symbol of the triumph of the Church over "enemies". St James The Greater, Catholic Wallpaper, Colonial Art, New Orleans Museums, Symbolic Art, Jesus And Mary Pictures, Christian Images, Jesus Painting, Saint Jacques

Santiago Matamoros, oil-on-canvas, 18th c. New Orleans Museum of Art, Museum Purchase. This painting, most likely from Cuzco, depicts Santiago Matamoros (the "Moor-slayer") trampling Muslims during the Reconquest in Spain. Santiago was also important in the Americas as a symbol of militant Christianity. Spanish soldiers believed they saw him during a battle against the Incas in the 1500s that they subsequently won. Santiago was seen as a symbol of the triumph of the Church over "enemies".

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