Simon (brother of Jesus)
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Simon, born April 14, A.D. 2, was the third brother of Jesus. 123:6.7
Simon brought Jude home after he ran away, and Jesus spent time with each family member, even taking Jude to become a fisherman. 128:7.8
In A.D. 16, Simon graduated from school and diversified his trade to work with Jacob the stone mason, alongside Jesus and other brothers. 128:2.2
Jesus took Simon to Jerusalem for Passover, and on their journey they encountered people from distant lands, sparking Simon's curiosity and strengthening their bond. 128:3.1-8
Simon and Jude finally married in March, A.D. 24, eagerly awaiting Jesus' blessing. 134:1.4
James and Simon successfully followed Jesus' plan of placating bellicose playmates through persuasion and nonresistance, unlike Joseph and Jude who often defended themselves when attacked. 127:4.5
Simon started school, while James took charge of teaching his sisters as Ruth was taken in hand by Miriam and Martha. 127:1.5
Simon, a well-meaning but overly dreamy boy, caused Jesus and Mary considerable anxiety. 127:4.7
Simon graduated from school this year and now works alongside Jacob the stone mason, diversifying their trades to take on contracts for putting up entire buildings. 128:2.2
At Jesus' 4th appearance, Simon and his family saw the Master vanish before their eyes. 190:2.6
Bible parallels
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See also
- Jesus:family