Apostles vs disciples
12 apostles and their characteristics...
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Introduction:Simon Peter, also known simply as Peter, is one of the most prominent figures in the New Testament.
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He was a leading apostle of Jesus Christ and played a crucial role in the early Christian Church. His life and ministry are documented in the Gospels, the Acts of the Apostles, and his own epistles.
Name and Background:
Simon, son of Jonah (or John), was a fisherman by trade, living in Bethsaida and later Capernaum.
Jesus gave him the name Peter (Greek: Petros), meaning "rock," signifying his foundational role in the Church (Matthew 16:18). He is also referred to as Cephas, the Aramaic equivalent of Peter (John 1:42).
Calling and Apostleship:
Peter was called to discipleship by Jesus while he was fishing with his brother Andrew (Matthew 4:18-20).
He quickly became a leading figure among the Twelve Apostles, often acting as their spokesman. His close relationship with Jesus is evident in several key events, such as the Transfiguration (Matthew
