Jesus had at least six siblings according to the New Testament. The Gospels of Mark (6:3) and Matthew (13:55-56) name four brothers-James, Joseph (or Joses), Simon, and Judas (Jude)-and mention that Jesus also had sisters, though their number and names are not specified
. The exact number of sisters is unknown, but there were at least two. The siblings mentioned are generally understood to be the biological children of Mary and Joseph, although some traditions interpret these "brothers and sisters" as cousins or Joseph's children from a previous marriage, particularly to uphold the doctrine of Mary's perpetual virginity
. In summary:
- At least four brothers: James, Joseph (Joses), Simon, Judas (Jude)
- At least two sisters (unnamed)
- Total siblings: at least six
This is supported by multiple New Testament passages and scholarly consensus on the text