Saint Paul the Apostle | Biography & Facts | Britannica
WEBApr 23, 2024 · St. Paul the Apostle (born 4 bce?, Tarsus in Cilicia [now in Turkey]—died c. 62–64 ce, Rome [Italy]) was one of the leaders of the first generation of Christians, often considered to be the most important person after Jesus in the history of Christianity.
Paul the Apostle - Wikipedia
WEBPaul (also named Saul of Tarsus; c. 5 – c. 64/65 AD), commonly known as Paul the Apostle and Saint Paul, was a Christian apostle who spread the teachings of Jesus in the first-century world.
The Life of Paul - Bible Study
WEBThe apostle Paul, whose life was cut short by the Romans in 68 A.D., is easily the most influential Christian in the New Testament short of Jesus himself. Important Apostle Paul Dates.
Paul the Apostle - World History Encyclopedia
WEBDec 11, 2013 · Paul was a follower of Jesus Christ who famously converted to Christianity on the road to Damascus after persecuting the very followers of the community that he joined. However, as we will see, Paul is better described as one of the founders of the religion rather than a convert to it.
Who Was the Apostle Paul? - OverviewBible
WEBFeb 28, 2019 · The Apostle Paul was one of the most influential leaders of the early Christian church. He played a crucial role in spreading the gospel to the Gentiles (non-Jews) during the first century, and his missionary journeys took him all throughout the Roman empire.
The Apostle Paul (Saul of Tarsus): Missionary Giant - Learn Religions
WEBAug 10, 2021 · Known For: Stand out missionary, theologian, biblical writer, and key early church figure whose 13 epistles comprise almost a fourth of the New Testament. Born: c. A.D. 1. Died: c. A.D. 67. Family Background: According to Acts 22:3, the apostle Paul was born in a Jewish family in Tarsus of Cilicia. He was a descendent of the tribe of …
Saint Paul and his letters in the New Testament | Britannica
WEBSaint Paul, orig. Saul, (born ad 10?, Tarsus in Cilicia—died 67?, Rome), Early Christian missionary and theologian, known as the Apostle to the Gentiles. Born a Jew in Tarsus, Asia Minor, he was trained as a rabbi but earned his living as a tentmaker.
The Life of the Apostle Paul | Religious Studies Center
WEBWhile it may be close to impossible to retrieve the historical Paul from the pages of the New Testament, this essay will attempt to construct a brief biographical overview of Paul and his life, synthesizing information from the book of Acts and from Paul’s own letters while also remaining cognizant that there are several places where the New ...
St. Paul the Apostle - Missionary, Letters, Christianity
WEBSt. Paul the Apostle. St. Paul preaching the gospel, detail of a 12th-century mosaic; in the Palatine Chapel of the Royal Palace, Palermo, Sicily. (more) Paul believed that his vision proved that Jesus lived in heaven, that Jesus was the Messiah and God’s Son, and that he would soon return. Moreover, Paul thought that the purpose of this ...
Paul, the Apostle - Encyclopedia of The Bible - Bible Gateway
WEBPAUL, THE APOSTLE (Παῦλος, G4263, Rom. name meaning little; also called Saul, שָׁא֑וּל, Heb. name meaning asked for). A leading figure in the Early Church whose ministry was principally to the Gentiles.
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