In the list of the twelve in Matthew 10, which apostle follows James son of Alphaeus?
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Correct answer: Lebbaeus, whose surname was Thaddaeus
Matthew 10:3 lists James son of Alphaeus and then Lebbaeus (Thaddaeus). They are part of the final quartet of disciples listed in the synoptic accounts.
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