G652
Apostle
ἀπόστολος (Apostolos)
One sent with authority; a commissioned messenger of Christ
Greek
Pronunciation: ah-POS-toh-los
Definition
An apostle (apostolos) is 'one sent forth' with delegated authority. Jesus chose twelve apostles to be eyewitnesses of His resurrection and foundational leaders of the early church.
Featured KJV occurrences (3)
Mark 3:14
“And he ordained twelve, that they should be with him, and that he might send them forth to preach.”Read in context
Ephesians 2:20
“And are built upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ himself being the chief corner stone.”Read in context
Acts 1:8
“But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth.”Read in context
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