The Irrationalism of Infidelity – Names of the Apostles

Levi had also the name of Matthew, as Saul had that of Paul, Simon that of Peter.

 

Names of the Apostles

12-apostlesDifferent names in different listsSome had two names, very common among the Jews.  Levi had also the name of Matthew, as Saul had that of Paul, Simon that of Peter.  Thaddaeus, Lebbaeus and Judas (not Iscariot) would appear to be the same person.

Summary by Sosthenes of J.N. Darby’s original article.  For the source please click here.

Author: Sosthenes

Once the ruler of the synagogue at Corinth Then a co-writer of a letter by Paul - just a brother - no longer an official Now a blogger seeking to serve the Lord by posting some words that the Lord has given His Church.

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