Catholic Encyclopedia: St. James the Greater - What can be known of St. James, son of Zebedee and brother of John, from Scripture. Also discusses the tradition that St. James preached in Spain and that his body was translated to Compostela. James bar-Zebedee, Apostle - Profile. With prayer in traditional and contemporary language. Catholic Online: St. James the Greater - Reflection on this saint's life, by Terry Matz. Apostle St James the Greater - Painting of the saint by El Greco. Also a brief biography of the apostle and description of St. James in art. A Saint a Day: St. James the Greater - The story of this saint. Suitable for children. James the Greater - Illustrated profile.