Lifespan

Exact dates are not known.

Ministry

James, along with fellow Apostles Peter and John, formed the inner core or presidency of the Twelve Apostles. He was at the Mount of Transfiguration and Gethsemane. The book of Acts mentions that Herod Agrippa I had him killed, making him the second martyr of the church (Stephen was first) and the first of the Apostles to die (after Judas Iscariot, of course).

Preparation and Calling

James was in the fishing business, partnered with his brother John and Simon Peter, when Jesus called them to join him.

Interaction with God

Unknown.

Social Situation

Same as other of the Twelve in general.

Key Teachings

Unknown, although he clearly loved the Savior.

Testimony of Christ

Unknown.

Living with the Prophet

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Sources:

LDS Bible Dictionary

Oxford Companion to the Bible, edited by Bruce M. Metzger and Michael D. Coogan