
← TLV Talk23 Jul · 51 min
Yeshua's Brother Wasn't Named James?!
<p>If you've ever wondered who<em> Yeshua</em>'s family really was—or why Jacob became James—this conversation may change how you read your Bible.</p><p>Did <em>Yeshua </em>really have brothers—and why does your Bible call one of them "James" when his Hebrew name was actually Jacob? </p><p>In this episode of TLV Talk, Daniah Greenberg is joined by Rabbi Ira Brower to uncover the surprising story behind one of the New Testament's most familiar names. Together they explore <em>Yeshua</em>'s family, the remarkable journey of His brother Jacob from skeptic to leader of the early Messianic community, and how the name "James" became attached to one of the Bible's most influential figures. </p><p>Along the way, they examine why this isn't just a question of translation, but one that opens the door to a richer understanding of the Jewish context of the New Testament.</p><p>(find resources @ <a href="https://tlvbiblesociety.org">https://tlvbiblesociety.org</a>)</p><p><br></p><p>Grab the after show on the TLV Bible App and get deeper, more personal conversation! Download now ⇢ <a href="https://tlvbible.app.link/aftershow-112" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://tlvbible.app.link/aftershow-112</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Follow us on our Socials!</strong></p><p>Instagram 📸 @ <a href="http://www.instagram.com/tlvbiblesociety">tlvbiblesociety</a></p><p>Facebook ⓕ @ <a href="http://www.facebook.com/tlvbiblesociety">tlvbiblesociety</a></p><p>𝕏 @ <a href="https://x.com/tlvbiblesociety">tlvbiblesociety</a></p>