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Jambres

People & Groups • New Testament
Jambres was one of the Egyptian magicians who opposed Moses. His name is paired with Jannes in Paul’s warning about those who resist the truth.

JAMBRI

People & Groups • Inter-testament
The sons of Jambri were a group from Medeba who carried off and killed John, the brother of Jonathan, during the Maccabean struggles. They are mentioned only in 1 Maccabees 9:36-41.

James

People & Groups • New Testament
James is the English form of Jacob and names several important New Testament men: James the son of Zebedee, James the son of Alphaeus, and James the Lord’s brother, a leader of the Jerusalem church.

James The Less

People & Groups • New Testament
James the Less was one of Jesus’ apostles, the son of Alphaeus and commonly identified with the James who was also called the Lord’s brother. He became a prominent leader among the believers in Jerusalem.

James, Epistle of

Scripture • New Testament
The Epistle of James is a New Testament letter addressed to the twelve tribes of the Dispersion. It calls Christians to steadfast faith expressed through obedience, wisdom, prayer, mercy, and practical righteousness.

James, The General Epistle Of

Scripture • New Testament
The General Epistle of James is a practical New Testament exhortation to Jewish Christians scattered abroad. It emphasizes patience in suffering, control of speech, humility, prayer, and faith demonstrated by good works.

Jamin

People & Groups • Old Testament
Jamin was the name of a Simeonite clan, a Judahite descendant of Ram, and possibly a Levite who helped the people understand the law in Ezra’s time.

JAMINITES

People & Groups • Old Testament
The Jaminites were descendants of Jamin. They are listed among the clans of Simeon.

Jamlech

People & Groups • Old Testament
Jamlech was a chief man or prince of the tribe of Simeon.

Jamnin

Places & Geography • Old Testament
Jamnin is another form associated with Jabneel, the name of towns on the borders of Judah and Naphtali.

JAMNITES

People & Groups • Inter-testament
The Jamnites were inhabitants of Jamnia, or ancient Jabneel, near the Mediterranean coast. Judas Maccabeus attacked the town and burned its port and ships.

JANAI

People & Groups • Old Testament
Janai was a chief of a family descended from Gad. His name may mean “he answers.”
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