Simon the Zealot, Saint Apostle

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Saint Simon the zealot was one of the Twelve Apostles of Jesus Christ. He was part of the zealot movement prior to following Jesus. Little is known about Simon’s life, but it is believed he was born in Cana or Galilee. As an apostle, Simon helped spread the teachings of Jesus and the Christian faith. […]

Twelve Apostles | An Insight into Early Christian Figures

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The Twelve Apostles, a group integral to the foundations of Christianity, comprised Peter, James, John, Andrew, Philip, Bartholomew, Matthew, Thomas, James son of Alphaeus, Thaddaeus, Simon the Zealot, and Judas Iscariot. These individuals, chosen by Jesus Christ during His earthly ministry, played pivotal roles in the spread of early Christian teachings. Their lives, extending from […]