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Barnabas

Facts:

Barnabas was one of the early Christians who lived during the time of the apostles.

  • Barnabas was from the Israelite tribe of Levi and was from the island of Cyprus.
  • When Saul (Paul) became a Christian, Barnabas urged the other believers to accept him as a fellow believer.
  • Barnabas and Paul traveled together to preach the good news about Jesus in different cities.
  • His name was Joseph, but he was called "Barnabas," which means "son of encouragement."

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(See also: Christian, Cyprus, good news, Levite, Paul)

Bible References:

Examples from the Bible stories:

  • 46:08 Then a believer named Barnabas took Saul to the apostles and told them how Saul had preached boldly in Damascus.
  • 46:09 Barnabas and Saul went there to teach these new believers more about Jesus and to strengthen the church. I
  • 46:10 One day, while the Christians at Antioch were fasting and praying, the Holy Spirit said to them, "Set apart for me Barnabas and Saul to do the work I have called them to do." So the church in Antioch prayed for Barnabas and Saul and placed their hands on them.

Word Data:

  • Strong's: G921