Jesus Had Siblings: A Misunderstood Concept

Contrary to the widespread belief that Jesus was an only child, born as ‘the only begotten son of God,’ historical and scriptural nuances suggest otherwise. After Jesus’s miraculous birth, Mary and Joseph naturally expanded their family, adding more children to their household. This perspective challenges a common misconception, illuminating the family life Jesus likely experienced.

Scriptures and ancient texts shed light on Jesus’s familial ties, notably mentioning his four brothers: Jacob, Joseph (who was named after his father), Simon, and Judas, and indicating the presence of at least two sisters, whose names remain uncertain. While the New Testament stays silent on their identities, texts like the third-century Gospel of Philip mention sisters named Mary and Salome, adding depth to Jesus’s family tree.