New Testament · Major figure
Andrew
A fisherman from Bethsaida and the first disciple called by Jesus, known for bringing others to the Messiah.
Andrew was a follower of John the Baptist before becoming the first of Jesus' disciples. He is consistently portrayed as an evangelist who introduced his brother, Simon Peter, and others to Christ. His ministry is marked by a quiet, persistent faithfulness in connecting individuals to the Savior.
In the text
- Verses
- 12
- Books
- 5
- First appears
- Matthew 4:18
- Last appears
- Acts 1:13
Where Andrew appears
12 verses · 10 chaptersIn the same books
- Philip35 versesOne of the twelve apostles of Jesus, often noted for his practical nature and role in bringing others to Christ.
- Judas31 versesA name shared by several figures, including an apostle, a brother of Jesus, and the betrayer of Christ.
- Simon26 versesA follower of Jesus known as the Zealot, distinguished from Simon Peter among the twelve apostles.
- Thomas12 versesOne of the twelve apostles, known for his honest struggle with doubt regarding the resurrection of Jesus.
- Pilate53 versesThe Roman governor of Judea who presided over the trial of Jesus and authorized His crucifixion.
- Mary39 versesThe mother of Jesus Christ, chosen by God to bear the Savior through the power of the Holy Spirit.
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