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Jude the Apostle (Ancient Greek: Ἰούδας Ἰακώβου translit. Ioúdas Iakóbou Syriac/Aramaic: ܝܗܘܕܐ translit. Yahwada) was one of the Twelve Apostles of Jesus according to the New Testament. He is generally identified as Thaddeus (Ancient Greek: Θαδδαῖος; Armenian: Թադեոս; Coptic: ⲑⲁⲇⲇⲉⲟⲥ) and is also variously called Judas Thaddaeus, Jude Thaddaeus, Jude of James, or Lebbaeus.[3] He is sometimes identified with Jude, the brother of Jesus, but is clearly distinguished from Judas Iscariot, the disciple who betrayed Jesus prior to his crucifixion. Catholic writer Michal Hunt suggests that Judas Thaddaeus became known as Jude after early translators of the New Testament from Greek into English sought to distinguish him from Judas Iscariot and subsequently abbreviated his forename.[4] Most versions of the New Testament in languages other than English and French refer to Judas and Jude by the same name.[5]

The Armenian Apostolic Church honors Thaddeus along with Saint Bartholomew as its patron saints. In the Catholic Church, he is the patron saint of desperate cases and lost causes.[6]

Jude Thaddeus is commonly depicted with a club. He is also often shown in icons with a flame around his head. This represents his presence at Pentecost, when he received the Holy Spirit with the other apostles. Another common attribute is Jude holding an image of Jesus, known as the Image of Edessa. In some instances, he may be shown with a scroll or a book (the Epistle of Jude) or holding a carpenter's rule.[7]

Jude the Apostle, detail of the mosaic in the Basilica of San Vitale, Ravenna, 6th century

Identity

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New Testament

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Jude is clearly distinguished from Judas Iscariot, another apostle and later the betrayer of Jesus. Both Jude and Judas are translations of the name Ὶούδας in the Koine Greek original text of the New Testament, which in turn is a Greek variant of Judah (Y'hudah), a name which was common among Jews at the time. In most Bibles in languages other than English and French, Jude and Judas are referred to by the same name.

Aside from Judas Iscariot, the New Testament mentions Jude or Judas six times, in four different contexts:

  1. "Jude of James", explicitly listed as one of the twelve apostles (Luke 6:16 and Acts 1:13);
  2. "Judas, (not Judas Iscariot)", apparently an apostle (as he was present at the Last Supper) (John 14:22);
  3. the brother of Jesus (Matthew 13:55, Mark 6:3);
  4. the writer of the Epistle of Jude, who identifies himself as "the brother of James" (Jude 1).

Protestants generally believe 1 and 2 to be one person,[8] although theologian Raymond Brown saw the identification as uncertain.[9]

Brother of James or son of James?

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Translations into English from the original Greek of the New Testament vary in their rendering of Luke 6:16 and Acts 1:13. A literal translation of the references to Jude in these passages gives "Jude of James" (Ancient Greek: Ἰούδας Ἰακώβου, romanized: Ioudas Iakōbou), as in Young's Literal Translation of the Bible, but scholars differ on whether this means "Jude, brother of James" or "Jude, son of James". The King James and the Douay-Rheims versions call him "Judas the brother of James", making him the same person as the writer of the Epistle of Jude, who identifies himself as "Jude, the servant of Jesus Christ, and brother of James" (Jude 1:1).

Most modern translations (including the New International Version, Revised Standard Version and New Revised Standard Version), identify him as "Jude the son of James", and not the same person as the author of the Epistle of Jude. Protestant scholar Darrell L. Bock writes that it must mean "son" not "brother", because when "brother" is intended, the Greek word for "brother" (adelphos) is present.[10] Bock also says that means he was not the brother of Jesus. Additionally the use of the genitive case of "James" (Iakovou) in Greek, usually signifies or implies the person's father to be distinguished from his homonyms.[11]

Opinion is divided on whether Jude the apostle was also Jude, brother of Jesus, the traditional author of the Epistle of Jude.[12] Generally, Catholics believe the two Judes are the same person.[13]

According to the surviving fragments of the work Exposition of the Sayings of the Lord of the Apostolic Father Papias of Hierapolis, who lived c. 60–130 AD, Mary the wife of Cleophas or Alphaeus would be the mother of Judas the brother of Jesus that Papias identifies with Thaddeus:

Mary the wife of Cleophas or Alphaeus, who was the mother of James the bishop and apostle, and of Simon and Thaddeus, and of one Joseph...(Fragment X)[14]

However, the above fragment is properly attributed by J.B. Lightfoot to a different Papias, an 11th century Latin lexicographer.[15][16] The quotation is found in this Papias' Elementarium Doctrinae Rudimentum.[17]

Possible identity with Thaddeus

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St. Thaddeus, St. Sandukht and other Christians in Sanatruk's prison

In the apostolic lists at Matthew 10:3 and Mark 3:18, Jude is omitted, but there is a Thaddeus (or in some manuscripts of Matthew 10:3, "Lebbaeus who was surnamed Thaddaeus", as in the King James Version) listed in his place. This has led many Christians since early times to harmonize the lists by positing a "Jude Thaddeus", known by either name. This is made plausible by the fact that a number of New Testament figures have multiple names (such as Simon Peter and Joseph Barnabas). It has been argued that the name "Judas" was tarnished by Judas Iscariot and for this reason Mark and Matthew referred to him by an alternative name.[18]

Some Biblical scholars reject this theory, however.[19] They have proposed alternative theories to explain the discrepancy: an unrecorded replacement of one for the other during the ministry of Jesus because of apostasy or death;[20] the possibility that "twelve" was a symbolic number and an estimation;[21] or simply that the names were not recorded perfectly by the early church.[22]

Thaddeus, one of the twelve apostles, is often indistinguishable from Thaddeus of Edessa, whom Eastern Christianity considers as one of the Seventy disciples.[23][24]

In some Latin manuscripts of Matthew 10:3, Thaddeus is called Judas the Zealot.

In other manuscripts

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According to the Golden Legend, which is a collection of hagiographies compiled by Jacobus de Voragine in the thirteenth century:

This Judas was called by many names. He was said Judas of James, for he was brother to James the Less, and he was called Thaddeus, which is as much to say as taking a prince; or Thadee is said of Thadea, that is a vesture, and of Deus, that is God, for he was vesture royal of God by ornament of virtues, by which he took Christ the prince. He is said also in the History Ecclesiastic, Lebbæus, which is as much to say as heart, or worshipper of heart. Or he is said Lebbæus of lebes, that is a vessel of heart by great hardiness, or a worshipper of heart by purity, a vessel by plenitude of grace, for he deserved to be a vessel of virtues and a caldron of grace.[25][26]

In the same work, Simon Cananean and Judas Thaddeus are described as siblings of James the Less and sons of Mary of Clopas, who was married to Alpheus.

The Epistle of Saint Jude is usually attributed to the Apostle Jude, and is a short piece. Some statues of Saint Jude include the letter (such as the statue of Saint Jude by Adam Kossowski in Faversham, Kent).[27]

Tradition and legend

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Saint Thaddeus Armenian Monastery, Iran

Tradition holds that Jude preached the Gospel in Judea, Samaria, Idumaea, Syria, Mesopotamia and Libya.[28] He is also said to have visited Beirut and Edessa, though the emissary of the latter mission is also identified as Thaddeus of Edessa, Addai,[29] one of the Seventy.[30] The 14th-century writer Nicephorus Callistus makes Jude the bridegroom at the wedding at Cana. The legend reports that Jude was born into a Jewish family in Paneas, a town in Galilee later rebuilt during the Roman period and renamed Caesarea Philippi.[31][note 1]

In all probability, he spoke both Greek and Aramaic, like almost all of his contemporaries in that area, and was a farmer by trade.[33] According to the legend, Jude was son of Clopas and Mary of Clopas, sister of the Virgin Mary.[34]

Although Saint Gregory the Illuminator is credited as the "Apostle to the Armenians", when he baptized King Tiridates III of Armenia in 301, converting the Armenians, the Apostles Jude and Bartholomew are traditionally believed to have been the first to bring Christianity to Armenia, and are therefore venerated as the patron saints of the Armenian Apostolic Church. Linked to this tradition is the Saint Thaddeus Monastery (now in northern Iran) and Saint Bartholomew Monastery (now in southeastern Turkey) which were both constructed in what was then Armenia.

Saint Thaddeus Church, Masis

On October 4, 2015, the Catholicos of All Armenians Karekin II, consecrated the Saint Thaddeus Church in Masis, Armenia. The construction site of the Church was chosen by Vazgen I, the Catholicos of All Armenians, in 1991 and the ground blessing service was conducted in the same year.

Death and remains

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Symbol of his martyrdom

According to the hagiographic tradition of the Armenian Apostolic Church, Thaddeus suffered martyrdom in AD 66 in Armenia by the order of Armenia's King Sanatruk,[35] along with Bartholomew the Apostle and Saint Santoukhd.[36][37][38] According to this tradition, his tomb is located at the Monastery of Saint Thaddeus in Qareh Kelisa, West Azerbaijan Province, Iran.[35]

A different tradition holds that Jude suffered martyrdom about 65 AD in Beirut, in the Roman province of Syria during the 1st century in Lebanon together with the apostle Simon the Zealot, with whom he is usually connected. The axe that he is often shown holding in pictures symbolizes the way in which he was killed.[39] Their acts and martyrdom were recorded in an Acts of Simon and Jude that was among the collection of passions and legends traditionally associated with the legendary Abdias, bishop of Babylon, and said to have been translated into Latin by his disciple Tropaeus Africanus, according to the Golden Legend account of the saints.[40]

According to one account, Jude's body was brought from Beirut to Rome and placed in a crypt in St. Peter's Basilica which is visited by many devotees. His bones are in the left transept of St. Peter's Basilica under the main altar of St. Joseph, in one tomb with the remains of the apostle Simon the Zealot. These were moved here on 27 December 1665.[27] An arm was removed from St. Jude's remains centuries ago and placed in a wooden reliquary carved in the shape of an upright arm imparting a blessing. From September 2023 to May 2024, the arm of Saint Jude Thaddeus went on a pilgrimage in the United States, making stops in 100 cities.[41][42]

According to another popular tradition, the remains of Jude were preserved in an Armenian monastery on an island in the northern part of Issyk-Kul Lake in Kyrgyzstan at least until the mid-15th century.

A plain ossuary marked with the inscription "Judas Thaddaeus" (Ιουδας Θαδδαιου) was found in Kefar Barukh, Jezreel Valley, alongside fragments of four uninscribed ossuaries. The site was dated by lamps and other pottery to no later than the early second century.[43]

Iconography

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Church of Saints Simon and Jude Thaddeus in Rudno, Poland

Jude is traditionally depicted carrying the image of Jesus in his hand or close to his chest, betokening the legend of the Image of Edessa, recorded in apocryphal correspondence between Jesus and Abgar which is reproduced in Eusebius' History Ecclesiastica, I, xiii. Eusebius relates that King Abgar of Edessa (now Şanlıurfa in southeast Turkey) sent a letter to Jesus seeking a cure for an illness afflicting him. With the letter he sent his envoy Hannan, the keeper of the archives, offering his own home city to Jesus as a safe dwelling place. The envoy painted a likeness of Jesus with choice paints (or alternatively, impressed with Abgar's faith, Jesus pressed his face into a cloth and gave it to Hannan) to take to Abgar with his answer. Upon seeing Jesus' image, the king placed it with great honor in one of his palatial houses. After Christ's execution, Thomas the Apostle sent Addai, one of the 70 or 72 in Luke 10:1–12, to King Abgar[44] and the king was cured. Astonished, he converted to Christianity, along with many of the people under his rule. Additionally, Jude is often depicted with a flame above his head, representing his presence at Pentecost, when he was said to have received the Holy Spirit with the other apostles.

Veneration

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Statue of St. Jude in the Archbasilica of St. John Lateran by Lorenzo Ottoni
Procession in Lima, Peru
Other picture Procession in Lima, Peru
19th century statue of St. Jude in a Philippine museum

According to tradition, after his martyrdom, pilgrims came to his grave to pray and many of them experienced the powerful intercessions of St. Jude. Thus the title, 'The Saint for the Hopeless and the Despaired'. St. Bridget of Sweden and St. Bernard had visions from God asking each to accept St. Jude as 'The Patron Saint of the Impossible'.[39][45][46] Jude is remembered (with Simon the Zealot) in the Church of England with a Festival on 28 October.[47]

His feast day is 28 October (in the Roman Catholic Church, Anglican Communion, and Lutheran Church).

Apostle Jude son of James (Lebbaeus, Thaddaeus) the Brother of the Lord is commemorated on 19 June and 30 June (Synaxis of the Holy, Glorious and All-Praised Twelve Apostles) in the Eastern Orthodox Church.[48][49][50][51]

The Order of Preachers (better known as the Dominicans) began working in present-day Armenia soon after their founding in 1216. At that time, there was already a substantial devotion to Saint Jude by both Catholic and Orthodox Christians in the area. This lasted until Muslim persecution drove Christians from the area in the 18th century. Devotion to Saint Jude began again in earnest in the 19th century, starting in Italy and Spain, spreading to South America and finally to the United States (starting in the vicinity of Chicago) owing to the influence of the Claretians who established the National Shrine of St. Jude in 1929.[52]

Thaddeus of Edessa, an Apostle of the Seventy (sometimes identified as Jude Thaddaeus, one of the Twelve Apostles) is commemorated on 21 August and 4 January (Synaxis of the Seventy Apostles) in the Eastern Orthodox Church.[48][49][53][54]

Patronage

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Among some Roman Catholics, Jude is venerated as the "patron saint of hopeless causes". This practice is said to stem from the belief that few Christians invoked him for misplaced fear of praying to Christ's betrayer, Judas Iscariot, because of their similar names. The ignored Jude thus supposedly became quite eager to assist anyone who sought his help, to the point of interceding in the most dire of circumstances.[55]

Jude is the patron saint of the Chicago Police Department, of Clube de Regatas do Flamengo (a soccer team in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil) and of two St Jude's GAA teams, the first in Templeogue Dublin 6W and also St Jude's GAA club in Southampton & Bournemouth (UK). His other patronages include desperate situations and hospitals. One of his namesakes is St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee, which has helped many children with terminal illnesses and their families since its founding in 1962.[56]

Shrines and churches

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Many countries venerate the Apostle Jude and have constructed shrines or churches dedicated to his memory. Such sites include those in Australia, Brazil, Sri Lanka,[57] Cuba, India, Iran, the Philippines, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, the United States and Lebanon. The Nationwide Center of St. Jude Devotions[58] in Baltimore was founded in 1917 by the Pallottines. The National Shrine of Saint Jude Thaddeus in the Philippines was erected by the Archdiocese of Manila in 1954 as Espíritu Santo Chinese Parish. The Shrine holds the saint's novena liturgy every Thursday and is now under the Society of the Divine Word that also runs the attached Saint Jude Catholic School. The National Shrine of Saint Jude at Faversham in England was founded in 1955.[59] There is also a shrine of St. Jude built by the Dominicans (Order of Preachers) in Lagos, Nigeria.[60]

The cathedral of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix, Arizona is the Cathedral of Saints Simon and Jude.

In Islam

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The Quranic account of the disciples of Jesus does not include their names, numbers, or any detailed accounts of their lives. Muslim exegesis, however, more or less agrees with the New Testament list and says that the disciples included Peter, Philip, Thomas, Bartholomew, Matthew, Andrew, James, Jude, John and Simon the Zealot.[61]

See also

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Jude the Apostle, also known as Judas Thaddaeus or simply Thaddaeus, was one of the original Twelve Apostles of Jesus Christ according to New Testament accounts. He is traditionally identified with the figure listed as "Thaddaeus" in the Gospels of Matthew and Mark (Matthew 10:3; Mark 3:18) and as "Judas son of James" in the Gospel of Luke and Acts (Luke 6:16; Acts 1:13). The author of the Epistle of Jude introduces himself as "Jude, a servant of Jesus Christ and brother of James" (Jude 1:1), which scholars widely connect to the Jude mentioned as a brother of Jesus alongside James in the Gospels (Matthew 13:55; Mark 6:3). This familial tie positions him as a half-brother of Jesus through Mary and Joseph, though he initially did not believe in Jesus' ministry during his lifetime (John 7:5). The , a brief letter in the New Testament canon comprising just 25 verses, is attributed to this Jude and was likely composed around AD 65–80. Addressed to an unspecified community of early , probably Jewish believers familiar with literature, the urges readers to "contend for the that was once for all entrusted to holy people" (Jude 1:3, NIV). It warns against infiltrators who pervert grace into licentiousness and deny Christ, drawing on examples of judgment such as the ' rebellion, , and (Jude 1:5–7). Notably, Jude quotes from non-canonical Jewish texts like 1 Enoch and the , reflecting the fluid scriptural boundaries in first-century . The letter concludes with a praising for preserving believers amid (Jude 1:24–25). Little is recorded about Jude's personal ministry in canonical sources, but early describes him as a who preached alongside the Apostle Simon in regions including , , and Persia (modern-day ), as preserved in apocryphal texts like the Acts of Simon and Jude. He is said to have labored to establish Christian communities there, possibly as a married per 1 Corinthians 9:5. According to fourth-century legends, such as the apocryphal Acts of Simon and Jude, he and Simon were martyred around AD 65 in Persia for their evangelistic efforts, with Jude clubbed or axed to death—symbols that later became his iconographic attributes. While these accounts blend history and , they underscore Jude's enduring legacy as a of desperate causes, particularly in Catholic and Orthodox traditions, due to his relative obscurity compared to other . His feast day is observed on October 28 in the Western Church and June 19 or August 21 in the Eastern Church.

Identity in the New Testament

Mentions in the Gospels and Acts

Jude appears in the lists of the Twelve Apostles in the and Acts, where he is explicitly named to distinguish him from . In Luke 6:16, during the account of choosing his apostles, Jude is described as "Judas the son of James," positioned near the end of the roster that includes Peter, , James, John, , Bartholomew, Matthew, Thomas, , Simon called the Zealot, and as the traitor. This selection on a mountain underscores Jude's inclusion in the foundational group commissioned for ministry. The Book of Acts reinforces Jude's apostolic status in 1:13, where the eleven remaining apostles gather in the upper room in after ' ascension, awaiting the ; Jude is again listed as "Judas the son of James," alongside Peter, John, James, , , , Bartholomew, Matthew, , and . This mention implies his participation in the transitional period between the and , marking continuity in the apostolic band. In parallel lists from Matthew 10:3 and Mark 3:18, the slot corresponding to Jude in Luke is filled by "Thaddaeus," without reference to Jude or any relation to James, reflecting textual variations in naming the apostles across traditions. The of John provides the sole narrative interaction traditionally identified as involving Jude in 14:22, set during the ; there, "Judas (not Iscariot)" inquires of , "Lord, how is it that you will manifest yourself to us, and not to the world?" This question arises in Jesus' discourse on love, obedience, and the promise of the , highlighting the figure's engagement with Jesus' teachings, though scholars debate whether this is definitively the apostle Jude son of James. The parenthetical clarification explicitly differentiates him from . In all these passages, Jude's identity is carefully separated from Judas Iscariot to avoid confusion with the betrayer, emphasizing his distinct role within the apostolic circle. He is consistently linked to James in the Lukan texts, though interpretive details of this relation extend beyond the direct mentions here.

Familial and Apostolic Relations

In the New Testament, Jude is identified among the apostles as "Jude of James" in the Gospel of Luke (6:16) and the Acts of the Apostles (1:13), a phrase that has sparked significant interpretive debate regarding his familial ties. Traditional Protestant translations, such as the King James Version, render this as "Judas the brother of James," implying a sibling relationship, while modern versions like the New International Version and English Standard Version translate it as "Judas son of James," suggesting James as his father. This variation stems from the Greek genitive construction "Iouda tou Iakōbou," which can denote either paternity or brotherhood, as noted in scholarly analyses of Lukan idiom. (Joseph A. Fitzmyer, The Gospel According to Luke I-IX, Anchor Bible Commentary, 1981) The "brother of James" interpretation often links Jude to James the Just, the prominent leader of the Jerusalem church and one of Jesus' brothers mentioned in Mark 6:3 and Galatians 1:19, positioning Jude as part of Jesus' immediate family circle. (Richard Bauckham, Jude and the Relatives of Jesus in the Early Church, 1990) Alternatively, some connect him to James the Less (or James son of Alphaeus, per Mark 3:18), viewing "of James" as indicating brotherhood with this apostle, though this identification remains contested due to overlapping names in the apostolic lists. Bauckham argues that the stronger evidence points to Jude as the brother of James the Just, emphasizing his role among Jesus' relatives rather than a separate paternal line. In Catholic tradition, Jude's familial context extends to a cousinship with , with proposed as his mother—identified as the sister of the Virgin Mary in —thus preserving the of Mary's perpetual by interpreting "brothers" as extended kin. (, Church History 3.11, citing Hegesippus, ca. 180 CE) This view traces to early sources like Hegesippus, who records (likely Jude's father) as Joseph's brother, making Jude and his siblings cousins of through their mothers. Scholarly consensus, as articulated by Bauckham, affirms Jude as one of ' relatives—distinct from —but debates persist on the precise degree of kinship, with most favoring a fraternal tie to James the Just over a direct apostolic lineage from .

Possible Synonymy with Thaddeus

In the Synoptic Gospels and Acts, the lists of the Twelve Apostles exhibit variations in naming one figure, leading to scholarly discussions on possible synonymy between Jude and Thaddaeus. The Gospel of Matthew (10:3) and the Gospel of Mark (3:18) include "Thaddaeus" in their apostolic rosters, without mentioning Jude. By contrast, the Gospel of Luke (6:16) and the Acts of the Apostles (1:13) refer to "Jude of James" (or "Judas son of James" in some translations), positioned similarly in the sequence after James son of Alphaeus. These differences likely stem from the authors' use of distinct oral or written traditions, with "Thaddaeus" possibly deriving from the Aramaic name "Taddai," meaning "heart" or "courageous." Early Church tradition sought to harmonize these lists by equating Thaddaeus with Jude of James, positing that the apostle bore multiple names to distinguish him from . This view appears in patristic literature and apocryphal texts, such as the Acts of Thaddaeus, which portray a single figure active in post-resurrection missions. For instance, of Caesarea records Thaddaeus (one of the ) fulfilling ' promise to King Abgar of , a later merged with Jude's identity in Eastern traditions. While identifies the of Jude's author as "brother of James" without explicitly linking him to the Twelve, subsequent interpreters like reinforced the synonymy to maintain a unified apostolic catalog. Modern textual criticism offers counterarguments, suggesting the variations indicate distinct individuals rather than synonyms. Scholars like Bart Ehrman note that Luke's inclusion of "Judas son of James" may reflect a unique Lukan source, unrelated to the Marcan "Thaddaeus," potentially representing a lesser-known apostle or a regional variant. deems the equation "very plausible" based on positional consistency and name , but others, including those analyzing Greek constructions, argue "of James" denotes filial relation rather than synonymy, preserving separation from Thaddaeus. These debates highlight the fluidity of early Christian name transmission. Despite scholarly nuances, the identification of Jude with Thaddaeus remains standard in Catholic and Orthodox traditions, where he is venerated as "Jude Thaddaeus" and paired with in liturgical calendars. This nomenclature underscores his familial ties to James, often interpreted as a brother or relative of , emphasizing his role among the apostles.

Textual Discrepancies in Lists

In the , textual variants concerning Jude's identity appear prominently in the apostolic lists, particularly in Matthew 10:3. While the majority of early Greek manuscripts, such as and , read "Thaddaeus" as the name paired with , certain Western textual witnesses, including and several manuscripts, substitute "Lebbaeus" or expand it to "Lebbaeus, whose surname was Thaddaeus." These discrepancies likely arose from the origins of the apostle's name, where "Lebbaeus" (derived from lbb, meaning "heart") may represent an alternative or for the same figure often equated with Thaddaeus. Medieval compilations further reflect this name fluidity. In Jacobus de Voragine's Golden Legend (ca. 1260), Jude is described as "Judas James," brother of James the Less, and explicitly called "Lebbæus," interpreted as "worshipper of heart," alongside his designation as Thaddaeus, thus combining multiple epithets in a single reference to "Jude of James, Thaddeus, and Lebbaeus." This aggregation illustrates how later traditions harmonized biblical variants to resolve ambiguities in the apostle's nomenclature. Jude's (or Thaddaeus's) inclusion is not uniform across all ancient apostolic enumerations. In the lists of Luke 6:16 and Acts 1:13, the name Thaddaeus is entirely absent, replaced by "Judas of James," suggesting an intentional or distinct that scholars attribute to the author's theological emphasis. Similarly, certain non- apostolic catalogs, such as those embedded in apocryphal acts, exhibit exclusions or substitutions for Jude/Thaddaeus, often omitting him in favor of other figures to maintain a fixed number of twelve while adapting to regional legends. Textual critics attribute these discrepancies to errors and deliberate harmonizations during transmission. Scribes, familiar with multiple accounts, occasionally conflated names—such as inserting "Lebbaeus" from oral traditions or aligning Matthew's list with Luke's "Judas"—to resolve perceived inconsistencies, a common phenomenon in the where expansions clarify ambiguous Aramaic-to-Greek translations. Such fluidity underscores the challenges of reconstructing the original apostolic from diverse traditions.

Traditions and Legends

Early Church Accounts of Ministry

Early church accounts, preserved through patristic writings, identify Jude as a relative of within the broader familial network of the apostles. Drawing from Hegesippus, notes in his Ecclesiastical History that , Jude's father, was the brother of , making Jude a cousin of ; his mother, , is mentioned in the Gospel of John as present at the (:25). This lineage connected Jude to other apostolic figures, including his brother and Symeon, son of , who succeeded James as bishop of . A key early tradition attributes Jude's missionary activity to the region of in . recounts in Book I of his Ecclesiastical History that Thaddaeus—explicitly identified with Jude, one of the —was commissioned by the apostle to travel to Edessa following Jesus' ascension. There, Thaddaeus healed King of his ailments, as promised in a legendary correspondence between Abgar and , and preached , leading to numerous conversions. This visit is linked to the miracle of the , an acheiropoietos (not made by human hands) cloth bearing Jesus' face, which Thaddaeus purportedly used to affirm his message. Hippolytus of Rome provides further details on Jude's evangelistic efforts in his third-century work On the Twelve Apostles. He states that Jude, also known as Lebbaeus, preached among the people of and throughout , extending his ministry across these eastern territories. Hippolytus records that Jude concluded his work in (modern ), where he died peacefully and was buried. These accounts portray Jude's labors as focused on the , often in partnership with , as early traditions frequently associate the two apostles in joint missionary endeavors in and , culminating in their shared burial site.

Legends in Apocryphal Texts and Later Traditions

In apocryphal literature, Jude, often identified with , features prominently in the Passion of Simon and Jude, a 5th- or 6th-century Syriac text that recounts the apostles' joint mission in Persia. Accompanied by , Jude travels to under King Xerxes, where they confront magicians Zaroes and Arfaxat, healing them from serpent bites and converting them to . The narrative describes numerous miracles, including Jude and Simon exorcising demons from temple priests, silencing idolatrous spirits, and enabling prophetic revelations that lead to mass baptisms of over 60,000 people, as well as the establishment of a church in the region. These acts of healing and exorcism underscore Jude's role as a divine emissary combating in eastern territories. Armenian traditions further embellish Jude's (as ) legendary missions, portraying him as one of the first "illuminators" of alongside Bartholomew. According to hagiographic accounts, arrives in around 44 AD, healing King of with an from and converting him and his subjects to . He then proceeds to Greater Armenia, where he preaches and converts Princess Sandukht, daughter of King Sanatruk, who embraces the faith and faces martyrdom in 66 AD for refusing to renounce it. Though King Sanatruk initially resists, 's efforts lay the groundwork for 's spread, with Bartholomew later contributing by converting nobles and the king's sister. These stories emphasize 's evangelistic zeal in royal courts, linking his work to the foundational of . The Saint Monastery, known as Qara Kelisa or Qurdis Monastery in northwestern , is deeply tied to these legends as a site of for Thaddeus's apostolic legacy. holds that the monastery commemorates Thaddeus's preaching and possible martyrdom in the region during the , serving as a center for over 1,900 years where Armenian communities honor him as the bringer of to and adjacent areas. Annual pilgrimages involve liturgies and processions, reinforcing the site's role in preserving memories of his conversions and missionary journeys. Medieval , particularly Jacobus de Voragine's (ca. 1260), expands on these apocryphal motifs, integrating Jude's missions with the famous legend of the . Sent by to King Abgar after Jesus's ascension, Jude delivers a miraculous cloth bearing Jesus's face—imprinted when a painter failed to capture his divine likeness—and an epistle promising healing, which cures Abgar's upon contact. In , Jude converts the king and over 60,000 souls within a year, then joins Simon in Persia for further preaching, where they defeat enchanters, tame serpents, and raise the dead to affirm Christian truth. These embellished tales, drawn from earlier Syriac and Latin sources, popularized Jude's image as a wonder-worker and converter of kings across the medieval Christian world.

The Epistle of Jude

Authorship and Attribution

The Epistle of Jude opens with a self-identification of its author as "Jude, a servant of and brother of James," positioning the writer as a humble follower rather than claiming apostolic authority directly. This James is widely understood in biblical scholarship to refer to James the Just, the brother of and leader of the early Jerusalem church, suggesting a familial connection to without explicit mention. Traditional attribution in the early Church linked the to Jude the Apostle, often identified as the brother of mentioned in the Gospels (Mark 6:3; Matthew 13:55). of (c. 185–253 AD) quoted the positively and defended its canonicity, describing it as "a letter of few lines... filled with the healthful words of heavenly grace," thereby affirming its apostolic origin despite emerging disputes. Similarly, Eusebius of Caesarea (c. 260–340 AD) in his Ecclesiastical History (3.25.3) categorized the among the "disputed writings" () but noted it was "recognized by many," reflecting broad early acceptance tied to Jude's apostolic status. In Catholic and Orthodox traditions, the is attributed to Jude Thaddeus, one of the Twelve Apostles and brother of James, viewing it as an authentic work from the first century. Modern scholarly debate centers on whether the epistle is pseudepigraphal, potentially composed in the late first or early second century AD by an anonymous author writing in Jude's name to lend authority amid theological controversies. Critics point to the epistle's polished Greek style, allusions to non-canonical texts like 1 Enoch, and lack of personal details as evidence against direct apostolic authorship, suggesting a composition date (c. 70–100 AD) that would postdate the apostle's traditional lifetime (martyred c. AD 65). However, proponents of an early date (c. 65–80 AD) highlight linguistic features such as Semitic influences, including Hebraic idioms and a midrashic interpretive approach to texts, which align with a Palestinian Jewish Christian milieu and support composition by Jude himself or a close associate. These elements indicate familiarity with Hebrew scriptures without reliance on the , pointing to an origin in a Semitic-influenced context. Despite its brevity and polemical tone, the achieved canonical status across most Christian traditions by the fourth century, included in the (c. 170–200 AD) and affirmed at councils like Hippo (393 AD) and (397 AD), underscoring its enduring acceptance even amid authorship questions.

Content and Theological Significance

The comprises 25 verses structured as a concise epistolary exhortation, beginning with a greeting to believers described as called, loved in , and kept by Jesus Christ (vv. 1–2). The central body (vv. 3–23) opens with a call to "contend for the faith that was once for all delivered to the saints" (v. 3), followed by a vehement of false teachers who pervert the grace of into licentiousness and deny Jesus Christ (vv. 4–16), drawing on historical and prophetic examples of such as Israel's rebellion in the (v. 5), the fall of angels (v. 6), the (v. 7), the way of , , and (v. 11), and wandering stars reserved for blackness (v. 13). The section concludes with an appeal to apostolic predictions of scoffers in the last times (vv. 17–19) and practical instructions for perseverance, including building oneself up in faith, praying in the , keeping oneself in 's love, and showing to those wavering (vv. 20–23). It ends with a ascribing glory, majesty, dominion, and authority to through Jesus Christ forever (vv. 24–25). Key themes revolve around vigilance against moral and doctrinal corruption, exemplified by the urgent warning against ungodly persons who infiltrate the community and promote sensuality while rejecting authority (vv. 4, 8, 16). Jude emphasizes contending earnestly for orthodox faith amid threats of , portraying false teachers as dreamers who defile the , despise , and revile glorious beings (v. 8), akin to ancient rebels whose fates underscore inevitable (vv. 5–13). The letter balances condemnation with a call to , urging believers to hate even the garment spotted by the while snatching others from the fire (vv. 22–23). These motifs highlight perseverance through communal edification and reliance on , culminating in assurance that is able to keep the faithful from stumbling and present them blameless (v. 24). The epistle is rich in allusions to extrabiblical Jewish traditions, most notably quoting 1 1:9 in verses 14–15 to depict prophesying the 's coming with myriads of holy ones to execute on the ungodly for their deeds and harsh words. It also alludes to the in verse 9, recounting the Michael's contention with the devil over ' body, where Michael refrains from pronouncing a reviling but says, "The rebuke you." These references integrate apocalyptic imagery of angelic rebellion and eschatological accountability to reinforce the critique of contemporary heretics. Additionally, Jude shares striking verbal and conceptual parallels with 2 Peter 2, such as descriptions of false teachers as springs without water, mists driven by a storm, and beasts destined for destruction, suggesting a shared literary or thematic tradition in addressing similar threats. Theologically, Jude underscores the tension between divine judgment on immorality and God's preserving mercy toward the faithful, portraying the Lord as both sovereign judge against ungodliness (vv. 14–15) and guardian who enables perseverance (v. 24). This dual emphasis serves as an anti-heretical bulwark, differentiating Christian identity by linking Torah narratives to the Jesus movement and urging ethical boundaries against dissenters while promoting grace-filled responses. In the formation of the New Testament canon, Jude's role as a compact defense of orthodoxy—despite its noncanonical allusions—contributed to early affirmations of scriptural boundaries, as evidenced by its inclusion in the Muratorian Canon (c. 170–200 AD) and subsequent patristic acceptance, highlighting its impact in combating doctrinal drift within the emerging church.

Martyrdom and Relics

Traditional Accounts of Death

Traditional accounts of Jude the Apostle's death vary across early Christian sources and later hagiographic traditions, often depicting him as a who died alongside while evangelizing in the East. One prominent Western tradition holds that Jude and Simon were martyred together around AD in Persia (sometimes specified as in the Roman province of ), where they were killed by a mob or authorities using a club and saw, or alternatively an axe, after preaching against and converting many locals. This narrative is attributed to the fourth-century church historian Dorotheus of Tyre in his accounts of the apostles' missions and martyrdoms, though the exact text is preserved in later compilations. In contrast, the Armenian Apostolic tradition, preserved in the Armenian Synaxarion and related apocryphal texts like the Martyrdom of Thaddaeus, places Jude's (known as Thaddaeus) death in 66 AD in at the hands of King Sanatruk, who ordered his execution by the after Jude converted the king's Sandukht and many others, despite miraculous interventions such as surviving a furnace. These accounts emphasize Jude's ministry in and Persia, where he and Simon reportedly labored as companions before their executions. The timing of Jude's martyrdom is often linked to liturgical commemorations, with the Western Church observing the joint feast of Jude and Simon on , reflecting the Persian , while Eastern Orthodox calendars mark it on June 19 (or occasionally June 30 for variations in Slavic ), aligning with the Armenian narratives.

Locations of Remains and Relics

The primary relics of Jude the Apostle, including his body, are housed in in , specifically beneath the altar of in the left , alongside those of . These remains were reportedly translated to around the , during a period when apostolic relics were relocated from the amid regional instability. A notable separate relic consists of Jude's right forearm bone, encased in a silver reliquary originating from and later preserved in and , , before being transferred to . This arm relic, venerated in the Church of San Salvatore in Lauro in , was detached from the main body several centuries ago and has been housed in a wooden reliquary depicting a gesture. The arm relic undertook an extensive pilgrimage across the from September 2023 to May 2024, visiting over 100 cities and drawing nearly two million pilgrims, marking the first time in approximately 1,700 years it left ; the tour supported the restoration of the Church of San Salvatore in Lauro. In 2024, it continued to for further veneration. Other traditions associate Jude's remains with the (Qara Kelisa) in northwestern , an ancient Armenian site believed to mark the location of his martyrdom and initial burial, though no verified relics are currently housed there. A legend claims that Jude's remains were preserved on an island in Lake in until the mid-15th century before relocation, but this lacks corroboration from historical records. For the 2025 Jubilee Year, the Vatican has highlighted the relics of Jude and Simon as symbols of hope, with preparations including special expositions in to facilitate pilgrim access. The authenticity of these relics relies on ecclesiastical tradition and historical chains of custody rather than archaeological evidence, as apostolic remains from antiquity often face verification challenges due to conflicting regional traditions and the passage of time; the arm was last examined and resealed between 1931 and 1951 to affirm its provenance.

Artistic Representations

Iconography in Christian Art

In Christian art, Jude the Apostle is commonly depicted as a middle-aged bearded man dressed in traditional apostolic robes, often shown standing or in a group of apostles, emphasizing his role as one of the Twelve. Early representations from the , such as a in the of Saint Paul Outside the Walls in , portray him with a simple and a disk, reflecting limited distinction among the apostles due to his name's similarity to , which led to initial anonymity or avoidance in visual traditions. During the medieval period, Jude's iconography became more defined in frescoes across and , where he appears paired with , as seen in 12th-century reliefs on columns in the Holy Chamber of Oviedo Cathedral in and Armenian monastic art influenced by early Christian missions. In Italian examples, such as 13th-century wall paintings, he is rendered in vibrant colors with a staff, highlighting his evangelistic journeys. Armenian depictions, tied to legends of his missionary work there, feature him in narrative cycles within monasteries like Saint Thaddaeus, showcasing regional styles with intricate geometric borders and symbolic halos. These works mark an evolution from sparse early images to more prominent portrayals following the popularization of his legends in medieval hagiographies like the (c. 1260), which boosted his cult and artistic visibility. In the and eras, Western art emphasized dramatic individualism, as in El Greco's 1606 oil painting Saint Jude Thaddaeus, where he is shown with elongated proportions, intense expression, and dynamic drapery, housed in the Museo del Greco in . Eastern Orthodox icons maintained a more stylized Byzantine approach, depicting him in gold-ground panels with paired apostles, evident in 15th-century examples from Cretan workshops. A notable is the statue of Jude on the facade of Saint Peter's Basilica in , crafted by Carlo Fancelli in 1612–1613, portraying him in pose amid the apostolic ensemble crowning the structure. Illuminated manuscripts, such as 15th-century from , include him in apostle cycles with subtle gestures, evolving from medieval anonymity to confident recognition by the .

Symbols and Attributes

In Christian iconography, Saint Jude the Apostle is frequently depicted with a club or axe, symbolizing his martyrdom alongside Saint Simon in Persia, where tradition holds they were killed by pagan magicians who clubbed or hewed them to death. This attribute originates from medieval accounts like the Golden Legend, which describe their execution around 65 AD during missionary work in the region, sometimes extending to Armenian traditions of their joint ministry and death. Another prominent symbol is the , or Mandylion, often shown as a medallion or cloth bearing the imprinted face of worn on Jude's chest. This derives from the 6th- or 7th-century Acts of Thaddaeus and earlier references in of Caesarea's Ecclesiastical History, recounting how Jude delivered the cloth to King of , fulfilling Jesus' promise to heal the king and protect the city. The relic, believed to be a miraculous acheiropoieton (not made by human hands), underscores Jude's role in early evangelization and the spread of Christian relics. Jude is commonly portrayed holding a or book, representing the in the , which is attributed to him as an apostolic writing addressing faith, judgment, and perseverance. This attribute highlights his theological contributions, with the text's status affirmed by early Church councils. A above his head serves as a symbol of the Holy Spirit's descent at , a motif shared among the apostles to denote their reception of divine gifts for preaching. It may also allude to passages in Jude's epistle about saving others "from the fire," emphasizing themes of redemption. As a haloed figure, Jude often appears with a staff, signifying his extensive travels and role as a preacher across and beyond. The halo, a standard iconographic element for saints, denotes his sanctity, while the staff evokes the apostolic journeys described in early traditions. These attributes appear consistently in church artworks, reinforcing Jude's identity as a faithful intercessor.

Veneration

Patron Saints and Causes

Jude the Apostle is widely venerated as the of hopeless causes, desperate situations, and lost causes, a role that developed from his infrequent invocation in due to the similarity of his name to that of , leading to his status as the "forgotten saint" called upon only in extreme need. This devotion was further promoted through visions reported by St. in the 12th century and St. in the , in which Jude was designated as the patron of impossible matters. The association gained widespread popularity in the late 18th and 19th centuries, particularly in , where his became a source of hope for the downtrodden amid social and economic hardships. In addition to hopeless causes, Jude serves as patron of hospitals and medical institutions, reflecting his aid in situations of grave illness and suffering. A prominent example is , founded in 1962 by entertainer , who attributed his career turnaround to a made to the saint during a time of personal desperation. He is also the national patron of , alongside Thaddaeus (often considered the same figure), credited with introducing to the region in the 1st century and contributing to its establishment as a by 301 AD. Furthermore, the adopted Jude as its patron saint in 1932 through the Saint Jude Police League, seeking his protection in the face of perilous duties during the era. Jude's feast day in the Western Church is October 28, celebrated jointly with St. . In the Eastern Orthodox tradition, it falls on June 19, while some Oriental Orthodox observances, including in the , align with June 30 as part of the broader feast of the Apostles. This devotional emphasis echoes the theme of perseverance in his Epistle, which urges steadfast faith amid trials.

Shrines, Churches, and Modern Devotions

The of Saint Jude in Chicago, Illinois, established in 1929 by Claretian missionary Father James Tort at Church, stands as the first shrine dedicated to the apostle in the United States and a central hub for his . This site draws thousands of pilgrims annually for its solemn novenas, fostering a community of focused on hope amid desperation. Similarly, the of Saint Jude Thaddeus in Manila, , originally founded in 1954 as a parish for the Chinese community under the , was rededicated to the saint and elevated to national shrine status in 1988, becoming a focal point for devotees seeking intercession in challenging circumstances. In , the of Saint Jude in , , opened in 1955 by the Carmelite Order, serves as the country's primary pilgrimage site for the apostle, originating from the efforts of Father Elias Lynch to meet growing requests for devotional materials and . Churches dedicated to Saint Jude proliferate globally, reflecting his widespread appeal as patron of hopeless causes. In , parishes such as St. Jude's in Langwarrin, Victoria, and Scoresby, provide local centers for novenas and community worship. hosts prominent examples, including the Santuário São Judas Tadeu in , a major pilgrimage destination that attracts over two million visitors yearly for its annual feast and daily masses. The features multiple sites beyond , underscoring the saint's popularity in the region. Recent developments include the 2024 expansion project at St. Jude the Apostle in , which aims to nearly double the sanctuary size to better serve over 1,600 weekly attendees amid increasing participation in sacraments and devotions. Modern devotions to Saint Jude emphasize accessible rituals like the nine-day , often culminating in blessings and shared intentions, with the Chicago shrine's solemn drawing participants worldwide through live streams. The St. Jude League, initiated in 1929 alongside the Chicago shrine by the Claretian Missionaries, enrolls hundreds of thousands of devotees globally to promote prayer, distribute devotional aids, and support missionary work. Relic tours have revitalized pilgrimages; the 2023–2024 U.S. tour of the saint's arm bone from , organized by the Shrine of St. Jude in , visited dozens of dioceses across multiple states from September 2023 to November 2024, sparking renewed local devotions and conversions. These practices extend into cultural spheres, with media broadcasts of novenas—pioneered by the shrine on early television and now via platforms like —enabling virtual participation for isolated devotees. Institutions bearing the saint's name, such as in , founded in 1962 by entertainer after vowing to build a shrine in gratitude for answered prayers to Saint Jude, embody his legacy in addressing desperate medical needs, treating thousands of pediatric cancer patients annually at no cost to families.

Jude in Other Religious Traditions

In Islam

In Islamic tradition, Jude the Apostle is not mentioned by name in the Quran, but he is potentially identified among the unnamed hawariyyun (disciples or helpers) of Jesus (Isa in Arabic). The Quran refers to these disciples collectively in two verses: Surah Al-Imran (3:52), where they declare themselves as supporters of God (ansar Allah) in response to Jesus's call for aid against disbelief, and Surah As-Saff (61:14), which similarly portrays them as a group affirming their support for Jesus and God, emphasizing their role in believing and bearing witness to Islam (submission to God). Classical Islamic exegesis () traditions expand on these references by listing the hawariyyun as twelve in number, paralleling the apostles, though without providing individual biographies or distinct roles for most. For instance, the prominent exegete (d. 923 CE) in his Jami' al-Bayan fi Ta'wil al-Qur'an enumerates them as Butrus (Peter), Ya'kub bin Zabdi (), Yuhannas (John, brother of Ya'kub), Andarawus (), Filibbus (), Abrathalma (Bartholomew), Matta (Matthew), Tumas (), Ya'kub bin Halqiya (), Tuddawas (Thaddaeus, often associated with Jude), Fatatiya (possibly Matthias or another), and Yudas Zakariya Yuta (Judas, potentially linking to Jude or ). This inclusion of figures like Tuddawas and Yudas aligns Jude with the Biblical apostle known as Judas Thaddaeus or Lebbaeus, though identifications vary across sources. Other exegetes, such as (d. 1273 CE), affirm the twelve but focus more on their collective purity and support for without naming all explicitly. These traditions portray the hawariyyun, including the figure corresponding to Jude, as a unified group aiding in his mission of monotheistic proclamation, without attributing unique miracles, travels, or martyrdoms to individuals like in Christian accounts. Scholarly analyses note that Jude's presence among them is inferred from these extrapolations rather than explicit Quranic or prophetic narration, serving to affirm the disciples' overall faithfulness as "helpers of God" in early Islamic .

In Oriental Orthodox Traditions

In the Armenian Apostolic Church, one of the principal branches of Oriental Orthodoxy, Saint Jude, known as Thaddaeus, is venerated alongside Saint Bartholomew as a patron saint and the first illuminator of Armenia, credited with initiating the Christianization of the region in the first century. According to tradition, Thaddaeus' mission began with the Legend of Abgar, in which King Abgar V of Edessa (in modern-day Turkey, near Armenia) corresponded with Jesus and was subsequently healed and converted by Thaddaeus, whom Jesus instructed to preach there; this event is seen as the seed of Christianity's spread into Armenian territories. The feast of Saints Thaddaeus and Bartholomew is celebrated on in the , commemorating their apostolic labors and martyrdoms in , with liturgical services emphasizing their role in the nation's spiritual foundation. During this feast, relics attributed to Thaddaeus, housed in a 17th-century , are processionally brought from the to the Mother Cathedral of Etchmiadzin for , underscoring the saint's enduring presence in the church's central liturgical life. Armenian traditions recount unique legends of Thaddaeus' ministry and martyrdom under Sanatruk (Sanatruces I, r. ca. 75–110 AD), who initially tolerated but later persecuted ; Thaddaeus is said to have preached extensively, converting Sanatruk's daughter Santoukht and many nobles, leading to his own execution in the first century AD after performing miracles and baptizing converts. This narrative distinguishes Oriental Orthodox accounts by intertwining Thaddaeus' story with Armenia's royal house and early persecutions, portraying him as a foundational rather than solely an intercessor for desperate causes as in Western traditions. A key site of veneration is the of Saint Thaddaeus (Qara Kelisa) in northwestern , traditionally built in the on the spot where Thaddaeus preached and was martyred, serving as a center that embodies these legends. Recognized by as part of the Armenian Monasteries of since 2008 and host to an annual three-day in July that draws thousands, the monastery highlights Thaddaeus' legacy in preserving Armenian Christian identity amid historical dispersions. In modern times, Thaddaeus' veneration sustains Armenian diaspora communities worldwide, where parishes in places like and maintain feasts, relics processions, and devotional practices that reinforce cultural and spiritual ties to the homeland, differentiating from Western emphases by focusing on communal heritage and national patronage.

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