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Barnabas ... Barnabas ( / ˈbɑːrnəbəs /; Syriac: ܒܪܢܒܐ; Ancient Greek: Βαρνάβας ), born Joseph ( Ἰωσήφ) or Joses ( Ἰωσής ), [ 1] was according to tradition an early Christian, one of the prominent Christian disciples in Jerusalem. According to Acts 4:36, Barnabas was a Cypriot Jew.
Sep 14, 2020 · Barnabas was someone who had worldly respect, wealth, and other standing and gave it all up for Jesus—something today’s Christians would do well to learn from.
Barnabas was a Levite from Cyprus. His real name was Joseph, but the apostles nicknamed him Barnabas meaning “son of encouragement,” because he loved to encourage others. Barnabas’ name appears 23 times in Acts, and 5 times in the letters of Paul.
Jan 4, 2022 · Who was Barnabas in the Bible? Answer. In the book of Acts, we find a Levite from Cyprus named Joses ( Acts 4:36 ), whom the apostles called Barnabas. That nickname, translated “Son of Encouragement” ( Acts 4:36-37) or “Son of Exhortation” was probably given to him because of his inclination to serve others ( Acts 4:36-37, 9:27) and his ...
Apr 18, 2024 · Scripture tells us that Barnabas “was filled with joy,” “was a good man, full of the Holy Spirit and strong in faith,” and was a powerful evangelist. It also says he “encouraged the believers to stay true to the Lord” (Acts 11:23-24).
Mar 9, 2020 · 10 Things to Know about the Bible’s Barnabas. “Barnabas” wasn’t his birth name (Joseph was), it was his nickname meaning “Son of Encouragement” (Acts 4:36). This rather obscure Bible character was so encouraging that it became his name. What a legacy to leave!
Oct 6, 2015 · The name “Barnabas” (Acts 4:36) was given by the apostles and could mean either “son of encouragement” or “son of exhortation.”. This fact spotlights his aptitude for offering consolation to his fellow believers in times of affliction and his giftedness in teaching others the truths of the gospel.
Saint Barnabas, important early Christian missionary mentioned in the New Testament and one of the Apostolic Fathers. He may have authored the non-canonical Letter of Barnabas or possibly the Biblical Letter to the Hebrews. Learn more about his life and missions.
Barnabas must be ranked as one of the truly great men of the Early Church. He was a worthy peer of Paul, but has been overshadowed by his more gifted companion.
Barnabas. Son of consolation, or JOSES, a disciple of Jesus, and a companion of the apostle Paul. He was a Levite, and a native of the isle of Cyprus, and is said to have sold all his property, and laid the price of it at the apostles' feet, Acts 4:36 ,37.