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- Simon is the name of one of Jesus’ brothers (Mark 6:3), who’s traditionally believed to have succeeded James as head of the church in Jerusalem. A Pharisee named Simon invited Jesus over for dinner, where a sinful woman famously poured perfume on Jesus’ feet (Luke 7:40). Simon the Leper hosts Jesus for dinner in Bethany (Mark 14:3).
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Aug 7, 2019 · Simon is the name of one of Jesus’ brothers ( Mark 6:3 ), who’s traditionally believed to have succeeded James as head of the church in Jerusalem. A Pharisee named Simon invited Jesus over for dinner, where a sinful woman famously poured perfume on Jesus’ feet ( Luke 7:40 ).
Simon (Greek: Σίμων) is described in the New Testament as one of the brothers of Jesus (Greek: ἀδελφοί, romanized: ádelphoi, lit. 'brothers'). New Testament. In Matthew 13:55, people ask concerning Jesus, "Is not this the carpenter's son? is not his mother called Mary? and his brethren, James, and Joses, and Simon, and Judas?"
In the gospels Simon the Zealot is not directly identified with Simon the brother of Jesus mentioned in Mark 6:3: Is not this the carpenter, the son of Mary and brother of James and Joses and Judas and Simon, and are not his sisters here with us?" And they took offense at him.
- ~65, place of death disputed
- All Christian denominations that venerate saints
5 These twelve Jesus sent out, instructing them, “Go nowhere among the Gentiles and enter no town of the Samaritans, 6 but go rather to the lost sheep of the house of Israel. 7 And proclaim as you go, saying, ‘The kingdom of heaven is at hand.’[ b] 8 Heal the sick, raise the dead, cleanse lepers,[ c] cast out demons.
Apr 8, 2022 · Simon the Zealot. Also Known as: Simon the Cananaean; Simon the Canaanite; Simon Zelotes. Known for: Little-known apostle of Jesus Christ. Bible References: Simon the Zealot is mentioned in Matthew 10:4, Mark 3:18, Luke 6:15, and. Acts 1:13.
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Apr 18, 2024 · Updated Apr 18, 2024. Simon the Zealot was one of Jesus’ disciples. He was also a former member of a radical sect of Jewish patriots committed to overthrowing Rome. Explore the story of Simon the Zealot in the Bible and how his story relates to Christ.
John 1:41-43. New Living Translation. 41 Andrew went to find his brother, Simon, and told him, “We have found the Messiah” (which means “Christ”[ a]). 42 Then Andrew brought Simon to meet Jesus. Looking intently at Simon, Jesus said, “Your name is Simon, son of John—but you will be called Cephas” (which means “Peter”[ b]).
