Here's a breakdown of the professions of the disciples before Jesus called them:
* Fishermen:
* Simon Peter (also known as Cephas)
* Andrew (Peter's brother)
* James (son of Zebedee)
* John (James' brother)
* Tax Collector:
* Matthew (also known as Levi)
* Possible revolutionary or zealot:
* Simon the Zealot
The professions of the other disciples are not explicitly stated in the Bible. It is generally assumed that they were common laborers or involved in trades, but specific details are not given.