Jude was the seventh son of Joseph and Mary, one of Jesus' younger brothers, twelve years younger than Jesus. [1]
Jude, active with Zealots, clashed with civil authorities due to his hasty and patriotic nature, causing trouble for Jesus. [2] Jude, despite his perplexity, became a firm believer in Jesus and his mission on earth, expressing his faith even though he did not fully understand. [3] Jude, after talking with David and Salome, believed Jesus had risen at the third appearance in Bethany. [4] James and Jude feared for their safety and sought to persuade Jesus to come home with them amid rumors of his arrest. [5] Jude's unstable temperament caused constant conflict within the family, despite his high ideals. [6] Despite ongoing friction with Jesus, Jude found success in cultivating strong and harmonious relationships with his siblings. [7] Jesus' decision not to select Jude as an apostle created a rift with his family that persisted throughout his ministry. [8]
On June 24, A.D. 5, Jude was born amidst complications, leading Jesus to take on adult responsibilities at an early age due to Mary's serious illness. [9] Jude faithfully sent funds home each month, fulfilling his duty to his family with unwavering commitment. [10] After hearing the voice at Jesus' baptism, James and Jude sought counsel with him about their plans. [11] Jesus sacrificed his beloved harp to pay for Jude's schooling, losing his last source of recreation. [12] After visiting Jude at home in Magdala, Jesus sent his apostles on to Cana for a wedding, while preparing to meet his mother at Capernaum. [13] Simon and Jude were married in early March, A.D. 24, awaiting Jesus' consent. [14] Jude frequently came to Capernaum to hear Jesus talk in the synagogue and became convinced of his greatness after spending time with him. [15] Jesus punished Jude on three occasions for his deliberate violations of the family rules. [16] Jude ran away from his uncle's farm to become a fisherman with Jesus' guidance. [17] Jude searched for Jesus after Cana, only to find he had departed for Capernaum with his newly chosen disciple-apostles. [18] Rachel, the sister-in-law of Jude, was one of the ten women commissioned by Jesus for ministering work in the kingdom. [19] Jesus took Jude on a trip to Passover, but they ended up being taken to a military prison after Jude got into trouble with a Roman guard. [20] Jude witnessed Jesus' crucifixion alongside Mary, Ruth, and John. [21] Jude witnessed Jesus' 4th appearance, when he spoke of doubt and urged them to embrace the truth in the Father's kingdom. [22]
See also: UB 127:4.5; UB 137:6.1,4; UB 154:5.1; UB 157:0.1; UB 183:4.7; UB 188:3.3.