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John the Apostle was one of the Twelve Apostles of Jesus according to the New Testament. He is traditionally believed to be the author of the Gospel of John, the Epistles of John, and the Book of Revelation.

Early Life[edit]

John was the son of Zebedee and Salome and the brother of James the Great. He was born in Bethsaida, a town in Galilee, which was part of the Roman Empire.

Role as an Apostle[edit]

John is often referred to as the "beloved disciple" in the Gospel of John. He was part of Jesus' inner circle, along with Peter and James the Great. John witnessed many significant events, such as the Transfiguration of Jesus and the Agony in the Garden.

Writings[edit]

John is traditionally credited with writing the Gospel of John, which presents a unique perspective on the life and teachings of Jesus. He is also believed to have written the First, Second, and Third Epistles of John, as well as the Book of Revelation, which is a prophetic text.

Later Life and Death[edit]

According to tradition, John lived to an old age and died in Ephesus, where he was buried. He is the only apostle believed to have died of natural causes.

Legacy[edit]

John the Apostle is venerated as a saint in many Christian denominations. His feast day is celebrated on December 27.

References[edit]

External Links[edit]

Encyclopaedia Britannica: Saint John the Apostle

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John the Apostle. Detail of the mosaic in the Basilica of San Vitale. Ravena, Italy
Toros Roslin Manrankar
Albrecht Dürer - The Four Holy Men (John the Evangelist and Peter)
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Pietro Perugino 040
Lamentation of the Virgin Rohan
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 | name = John the Apostle
+| image = <!-- Image removed -->
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 | birth_date = c. 6 AD
+| birth_place = [[Bethsaida]], [[Galilee]], [[Roman Empire]]
 | death_date = c. 100 AD
-| feast_day = December 27
-| venerated_in = [[Christianity]]
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-| birth_place = [[Bethsaida]], [[Galilee]]
 | death_place = [[Ephesus]], [[Roman Empire]]
-| titles = Apostle, Evangelist
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+| feast_day = [[December 27]]
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-'''John the Apostle''' (c. 6 AD – c. 100 AD) was one of the [[Twelve Apostles]] of [[Jesus]] according to the [[New Testament]]. He is traditionally believed to be the author of the [[Gospel of John]], the [[Epistles of John]], and the [[Book of Revelation]]. He is also known as John the Evangelist, John of Patmos, John the Elder, and the Beloved Disciple.
+'''John the Apostle''' was one of the [[Twelve Apostles]] of [[Jesus]] according to the [[New Testament]]. He is traditionally believed to be the author of the [[Gospel of John]], the [[Epistles of John]], and the [[Book of Revelation]].
-== Life ==
+== Early Life ==
-John was the son of [[Zebedee]] and [[Salome (disciple)|Salome]] and the brother of [[James, son of Zebedee|James]]. Both he and his brother were fishermen on the [[Sea of Galilee]] and were called by Jesus to be his disciples. John is often depicted as the youngest of the apostles and was part of Jesus' inner circle, which included [[Peter (apostle)|Peter]] and James.
+John was the son of [[Zebedee]] and [[Salome (disciple)|Salome]] and the brother of [[James the Great]]. He was born in [[Bethsaida]], a town in [[Galilee]], which was part of the [[Roman Empire]].
-== Role in the New Testament ==
+== Role as an Apostle ==
-John is a prominent figure in the [[New Testament]]. He is mentioned in the [[Synoptic Gospels]] as one of the first disciples called by Jesus. He is also present at several key events, including the [[Transfiguration of Jesus]], the [[Last Supper]], and the [[Agony in the Garden]]. According to the [[Gospel of John]], he was the "disciple whom Jesus loved" and was present at the [[Crucifixion of Jesus|crucifixion]], where Jesus entrusted the care of his mother, [[Mary, mother of Jesus|Mary]], to him.
+John is often referred to as the "beloved disciple" in the [[Gospel of John]]. He was part of Jesus' inner circle, along with [[Peter]] and [[James the Great]]. John witnessed many significant events, such as the [[Transfiguration of Jesus]] and the [[Agony in the Garden]].
 == Writings ==
-John is traditionally credited with writing the [[Gospel of John]], three [[Epistles of John]], and the [[Book of Revelation]]. These texts are significant in [[Christian theology]] and have been the subject of extensive scholarly study.
+John is traditionally credited with writing the [[Gospel of John]], which presents a unique perspective on the life and teachings of Jesus. He is also believed to have written the [[First Epistle of John|First]], [[Second Epistle of John|Second]], and [[Third Epistle of John|Third Epistles of John]], as well as the [[Book of Revelation]], which is a prophetic text.
-=== Gospel of John ===
+== Later Life and Death ==
-The [[Gospel of John]] is distinct from the [[Synoptic Gospels]] (Matthew, Mark, and Luke) and provides a unique perspective on the life and teachings of Jesus. It emphasizes the divinity of Jesus and includes several discourses not found in the other gospels.
+According to tradition, John lived to an old age and died in [[Ephesus]], where he was buried. He is the only apostle believed to have died of natural causes.
-=== Epistles of John ===
-The three [[Epistles of John]] are letters that address issues of [[Christian love]], [[truth]], and [[heresy]]. They are traditionally attributed to John the Apostle and are included in the [[New Testament]].
-=== Book of Revelation ===
-The [[Book of Revelation]] is an apocalyptic text that describes visions of the end times. It is attributed to John of Patmos, who is traditionally identified with John the Apostle.
 == Legacy ==
-John the Apostle is venerated as a saint in various Christian traditions, including the [[Roman Catholic Church]], the [[Eastern Orthodox Church]], the [[Oriental Orthodox Churches]], and the [[Anglican Communion]]. His feast day is celebrated on December 27.
+John the Apostle is venerated as a [[saint]] in many [[Christian denominations]]. His feast day is celebrated on [[December 27]].
-== Related Pages ==
+== See Also ==
 * [[Twelve Apostles]]
 * [[Gospel of John]]
-* [[Epistles of John]]
 * [[Book of Revelation]]
-* [[Jesus]]
-* [[Mary, mother of Jesus]]
+== References ==
-* [[Peter (apostle)]]
+* [[New Testament]]
-* [[James, son of Zebedee]]
+* [[Early Christian writings]]
-* [[Transfiguration of Jesus]]
-* [[Last Supper]]
+== External Links ==
-* [[Crucifixion of Jesus]]
+* [https://www.britannica.com/biography/Saint-John-the-Apostle Encyclopaedia Britannica: Saint John the Apostle]
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+[[Category:Roman-era Jews]]
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-[[Category:People in the canonical gospels]]
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