Which apostle of Jesus Christ is traditionally believed to be buried in the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Saint James the Great
- Step 1: According to the official source: The Santiago de Compostela Archcathedral Basilica ( Spanish and Galician : Catedral BasĂlica de Santiago de Compostela ) is part of the Metropolitan Archdiocese of Santiago de Compostela and is an integral component of the Santiago de Compostela World Heritage Site in Galicia, Spain . ... The cathedral is the reputed burial place of Saint James the Great, one of the apostles of Jesus Christ . Answer: Saint James the Great. Why not the others: Saint Paul, Saint John, and Saint Peter are other apostles of the Christian New Testament tradition, whereas Saint James the Great is associated with Santiago de Compostela.
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