Jude Thaddeus

Jude Thaddeus, also called Judas of James, was one of the Twelve Apostles, distinct from Judas Iscariot. At the Last Supper he asked Jesus why he would reveal himself to the disciples and not to the world. He is honored in Christian tradition as a patron of difficult and seemingly hopeless causes.

• Also known as: Jude, Thaddeus, Judas of James, Lebbaeus
• Role: Apostle and patron of hopeless causes
• Key Scripture: John 14:22, Luke 6:16, Acts 1:13

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