Joses Ἰωσῆς
Brother of James "the Less" and son of the "other" Mary
Who is Joses in the Bible?
Joses, also known as Joseph, was a son of Mary (called "the other Mary" to distinguish her from Jesus's mother) and brother of James "the Less," who was one of Jesus's apostles. According to Mark 15:40 and 15:47, Joses's father was likely Alphaeus, making him part of a close-knit family of believers. Though Joses himself is mentioned only briefly in the Gospels, his significance lies in his family's dedication to Jesus, as his mother Mary was present at the crucifixion, the burial, and the discovery of the empty tomb, witnessing pivotal moments in the resurrection narrative.
Biography
Joses, also known as Joseph, was one of the sons of "the other" Mary (Matt 28.1 with Mrk.16.1). He is the brother of James "the Less" (or "the younger" - Mrk.15.40) who is traditionally identified with James the son of Alphaeus, who would therefore be Mary's husband. Thsi may be the same Alphaeus who is the father of Matthew, though this is uncertain. His mother Mary was present at the crucifixion, burial, and discovery of the empty tomb (Mat.27.56; Mrk.15.40, 47).
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In Scripture
2 biblical books ; 2 with study contentMark 2 verses
- Mark 15:40
"And there were also women watching from a distance. Among them were Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James the younger and of Joses, and Salome."
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"Mary Magdalene and Mary the mother of Joseph saw where His body was placed."
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Matthew 1 verse
- Matthew 27:56
"Among them were Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James and Joseph, and the mother of Zebedee’s sons."
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Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script | Transliteration | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Named | Greek | Ἰωσῆς | — | — |
| Named | Greek | Ἰωσήφ | Iōsḗph | Joseph, the name of seven Israelites |