Jesus the Son of Man · Characters
Character guide
Key figures in Jesus the Son of Man by Kahlil Gibran.
Jesus
major
Also known as Jesus of Nazareth, Nazareth, the Nazarene, The Galilean, the Galilean, Christ, the Christ
Central figure of the book, whose life and teachings are recounted by various narrators.
Mary Magdalene
major
Also known as Mary, Mary Mother
A devoted follower of Jesus, present at key moments and a witness to his ministry.
Judas of Iscariot
major
Also known as Judas, Judas Iscariot
One of Jesus's disciples, known for his betrayal, his story is told from multiple perspectives.
Simon Peter
major
Also known as Simon, Peter
A prominent disciple of Jesus, often speaking on behalf of the group and a key witness.
John the Baptist
supporting
Also known as John
The forerunner who baptizes Jesus and recognizes his divine nature.
Joseph of Arimathea
supporting
Also known as Joseph
A wealthy follower who provides the tomb for Jesus's burial.
Caiaphas
supporting
Also known as the High Priest
The High Priest who plays a central role in the trial and condemnation of Jesus.
Pontius Pilate
supporting
Also known as Pilate, Pontius Pilatus
The Roman governor who reluctantly sentences Jesus to crucifixion.
Mary
supporting
Also known as Mary Jesus, Mary
The mother of Jesus, whose perspective and grief are explored.
Asaph
supporting
An orator of Tyre who provides a philosophical perspective on Jesus.
Paul
supporting
Also known as Saul of Tarsus, Saul
A former persecutor who becomes a devoted apostle and interpreter of Jesus's message.
Rumanous
supporting
A Greek poet who reflects on the life and impact of Jesus.
Manasseh
supporting
A lawyer in Jerusalem who offers a legal and societal view of Jesus's actions.
Zebedee
minor
Also known as John the Son of Zebedee, John
Father of the disciples James and John, mentioned in their context.
Stephen
minor
A follower of Jesus known for his faith and martyrdom.
Simon of Cyrene
minor
The man compelled to carry Jesus's cross.
Andrew
minor
One of Jesus's disciples, brother of Simon Peter.
Luke
supporting
Also known as Luke Jesus, Jesus
A physician and author who provides a detailed account of Jesus's life.
Claudius
minor
A Roman centurion who witnesses the crucifixion and its aftermath.
A Young Priest of Capernaum
minor
A priest who questions Jesus's authority and teachings.
Miriam
minor
A woman who interacts with Jesus, possibly a follower or acquaintance.
Levi
minor
A disciple of Jesus, also known as Matthew, a former tax collector.
Thomas
minor
Also known as Thomas the Doubter
One of Jesus's disciples, known for his initial doubt about the resurrection.
Philemon
minor
A Greek apothecary who provides a perspective on Jesus's healing powers.
Joseph surnamed Justus
minor
Also known as Justus
A follower of Jesus, considered as a replacement for Judas.
Birbàrah of Yammouni
minor
Also known as Birb-rah of Yammouni
A person from Yammouni who provides a local perspective on Jesus.
Melachi of Babylon
minor
Also known as Babylon
An astronomer from Babylon who reflects on the significance of Jesus.
John the Beloved Disciple
minor
Also known as John
A disciple of Jesus, often associated with deep spiritual insight.
Georgus
minor
A person from Beirut who offers a perspective on Jesus's influence.
David
minor
One of Jesus's followers, providing a personal account.
Solomon
minor
Referenced as a historical figure, possibly in a parable or teaching.
Annas
minor
The former High Priest, father-in-law of Caiaphas, involved in Jesus's trial.
Barabbas
minor
The prisoner released instead of Jesus.
Cyborea
minor
The mother of Judas, who reflects on her son's actions.
James
minor
The brother of Jesus, who becomes a leader in the early church.
Salome
minor
A woman who writes to a friend about Jesus's teachings.
Rachael
minor
A woman disciple who provides her perspective on Jesus.
Cleopas
minor
A follower of Jesus who encounters him on the road to Emmaus.
Naaman
minor
A person from the Gadarenes who witnesses Jesus's power.
Elmadam
minor
A logician who attempts to understand Jesus through reason.
A Widow in Galilee
minor
A widow who shares her experience with Jesus's compassion.
The Man from the Desert
minor
A mysterious figure who offers a unique perspective on Jesus.
Uriah
minor
An old man of Nazareth who remembers Jesus's youth.
Nicodemus
minor
A Pharisee and member of the Sanhedrin who seeks out Jesus.
Jotham
minor
A man of Nazareth who writes to a Roman about Jesus.
Ephraim
minor
A person from Jericho who provides an account of Jesus.
Barca
minor
A merchant of Tyre who shares his observations of Jesus.
Phumiah
minor
The high priestess of Sidon who offers a pagan perspective.
Benjamin
minor
A scribe who documents events related to Jesus.
Zacchaeus
minor
A tax collector who climbs a tree to see Jesus.
Jonathan
minor
A person who provides a testimony about Jesus.
Hannah
minor
A woman from Bethsaida who shares her encounter with Jesus.
Jephtha
minor
A person from Caesarea who reflects on Jesus's impact.
Mannus
minor
A Pompeiian who writes to a Greek about Jesus.
Bartholomew
minor
A disciple of Jesus who preaches in Ephesus.
Matthew
minor
A disciple of Jesus, also known as Levi, a former tax collector.
A Rich Man
minor
A wealthy individual who questions Jesus about eternal life.
A Cobbler in Jerusalem
minor
A craftsman who provides a common person's view of Jesus.
Susannah
minor
A neighbour of Mary who shares her observations.
Philip
minor
A disciple of Jesus who brings others to him.
Pilate's Wife
minor
The wife of Pontius Pilate, who warns him about Jesus.
A Man Outside of Jerusalem
minor
A person who encounters Jesus near Jerusalem.
Sarkis
minor
An old Greek shepherd called the madman, who speaks of Jesus.
A Woman, One of Mary's Neighbours
minor
A neighbour of Mary who provides a domestic perspective.
Ahaz
minor
A portly man who offers a cynical view of Jesus.
The Woman of Byblos
minor
A woman from Byblos who shares her story of faith.
A Man from Lebanon
minor
A person from Lebanon who provides a final perspective on Jesus.
