New Testament
Nicolaus
A proselyte from Antioch chosen as one of the seven men to serve the early church in Jerusalem.
Nicolaus was a Gentile convert to Judaism who became a follower of Jesus and was selected by the apostles to oversee the distribution of food to widows in the early church. His inclusion among the seven highlights the ethnic diversity and unity of the burgeoning Christian community in Jerusalem. Scripture provides no further details regarding his life or ministry beyond this appointment in Acts 6:5.
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Where Nicolaus appears
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