1. One of the brethren of the Lord (Matt. 13:55; Mark 6:3).
2. Son of a Mary who beheld the crucifixion (Matt. 27:56; Mark 15:40,47). See MARY, WIFE OF CLEOPHAS.
3. A Levite of Cyprus, named also BARNABAS, “son of consolation,” who sold his land, and laid the proceeds at the apostles’ feet (Acts 4:36). See BARNABAS.