John the Apostle
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John the Apostle (c. 6 AD – c. 100 AD) was one of the Twelve Apostles of Jesus according to the New Testament. He is traditionally believed to be the author of the Gospel of John, the Epistles of John, and the Book of Revelation. He is also known as John the Evangelist, John of Patmos, John the Elder, and the Beloved Disciple.
Life[edit | edit source]
John was the son of Zebedee and Salome and the brother of James. Both he and his brother were fishermen on the Sea of Galilee and were called by Jesus to be his disciples. John is often depicted as the youngest of the apostles and was part of Jesus' inner circle, which included Peter and James.
Role in the New Testament[edit | edit source]
John is a prominent figure in the New Testament. He is mentioned in the Synoptic Gospels as one of the first disciples called by Jesus. He is also present at several key events, including the Transfiguration of Jesus, the Last Supper, and the Agony in the Garden. According to the Gospel of John, he was the "disciple whom Jesus loved" and was present at the crucifixion, where Jesus entrusted the care of his mother, Mary, to him.
Writings[edit | edit source]
John is traditionally credited with writing the Gospel of John, three Epistles of John, and the Book of Revelation. These texts are significant in Christian theology and have been the subject of extensive scholarly study.
Gospel of John[edit | edit source]
The Gospel of John is distinct from the Synoptic Gospels (Matthew, Mark, and Luke) and provides a unique perspective on the life and teachings of Jesus. It emphasizes the divinity of Jesus and includes several discourses not found in the other gospels.
Epistles of John[edit | edit source]
The three Epistles of John are letters that address issues of Christian love, truth, and heresy. They are traditionally attributed to John the Apostle and are included in the New Testament.
Book of Revelation[edit | edit source]
The Book of Revelation is an apocalyptic text that describes visions of the end times. It is attributed to John of Patmos, who is traditionally identified with John the Apostle.
Legacy[edit | edit source]
John the Apostle is venerated as a saint in various Christian traditions, including the Roman Catholic Church, the Eastern Orthodox Church, the Oriental Orthodox Churches, and the Anglican Communion. His feast day is celebrated on December 27.
Related Pages[edit | edit source]
- Twelve Apostles
- Gospel of John
- Epistles of John
- Book of Revelation
- Jesus
- Mary, mother of Jesus
- Peter (apostle)
- James, son of Zebedee
- Transfiguration of Jesus
- Last Supper
- Crucifixion of Jesus
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