People of Acts
Every person who appears in the book of Acts, ordered by how often they are mentioned there.
180 profiles tagged People of Acts.
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Paul
Apostle to the Gentiles who wrote much of the New Testament
An apostle and missionary who transitioned from a persecutor of the early church to its most prolific evangelist and theologian in the first century AD.
Jesus
Messiah and central figure of the New Testament whose life, death, and resurrection form the basis of the Christian faith
The central figure of the New Testament, Jesus was born of Mary in Bethlehem, performed numerous miracles, and was crucified under Pontius Pilate before rising from the dead.
Peter
Apostle who served as the spokesman for the Twelve and the leader of the early Church in Jerusalem
The leader of the twelve apostles, known for his confession of Christ, his denial and restoration, and his foundational role in the early Christian church.
Barnabas
Prophet and leader in the Antioch church who mentored the Apostle Paul
A Levite from Cyprus and prominent early church leader recognized by the Holy Spirit as a prophet and teacher within the Christian community at Antioch.
Moses
Prophet who led the Israelites out of Egypt and received the Ten Commandments
The preeminent prophet and lawgiver of Israel who led the Hebrews out of Egyptian bondage and mediated the Covenant at Mount Sinai.
Philip the Evangelist
Evangelist who baptized the Ethiopian eunuch and preached in Samaria
A prominent leader among the seven chosen to serve the early church in Jerusalem and a pioneering missionary who first brought the gospel to Samaria and an Ethiopian official.
The Ethiopian Eunuch
Court official who was baptized by Philip the Evangelist after reading Isaiah
A high-ranking Ethiopian court official whose conversion and baptism by Philip the Evangelist marked a significant expansion of the early Church beyond the Levant.
The Silversmiths of Ephesus
Guild of craftsmen who incited a riot against the Apostle Paul in Ephesus
A guild of Ephesian craftsmen who incited a city-wide riot against the Apostle Paul to protect their economic interests tied to the worship of the goddess Artemis.
The Philippian Jailer
Jailer in Philippi who converted to Christianity after an earthquake
A Roman prison official in Philippi who converted to Christianity after a miraculous earthquake released the apostles Paul and Silas.
Festus
Roman governor who sent the Apostle Paul to Rome for trial
Porcius Festus was the Roman procurator of Judea who succeeded Antonius Felix and presided over the legal appeal of the Apostle Paul, eventually sending him to stand trial before Caesar in Rome.
Silas
Prophet and companion of Paul who sang in the Philippian jail
A prominent leader and prophet in the early Jerusalem church who accompanied the Apostle Paul on his second missionary journey and served as a crucial bridge between Jewish and Gentile believers.
Agrippa
King of the Herodian dynasty who heard Paul's defense in Acts 26
The Roman-appointed Jewish king who presided over the legal defense of the Apostle Paul in Caesarea during the administration of Governor Festus.
Claudius
Roman emperor who expelled the Jews from Rome and reigned during the early church’s growth
Claudius was the fourth Roman Emperor, reigning from 41 to 54 AD, whose administrative decrees significantly impacted the early Christian missions and the Jewish diaspora.
Cornelius
Roman centurion who was the first Gentile convert to Christianity
A Roman centurion based in Caesarea who became the first Gentile to receive the Holy Spirit and be baptized into the Christian faith.
David
King of Israel who defeated Goliath and established the Davidic dynasty
The second king of the United Monarchy of Israel, a shepherd-warrior and psalmist known as a man after God's own heart.
Javan
Patriarchal ancestor of the Greeks and Mediterranean seafaring nations
Javan was a son of Japheth and a grandson of Noah, recognized in the Table of Nations as the foundational patriarch of the Greek people and various maritime nations.
The Islanders of Malta
Islanders who showed extraordinary kindness and hospitality to the Apostle Paul after his shipwreck
A hospitable group of people on the island of Malta who cared for the Apostle Paul and his companions following a shipwreck during his journey to Rome.
John, Son of Zebedee and Apostle
Apostle and brother of James who received the visions of Revelation
One of the twelve apostles of Jesus, a son of Zebedee, and a key leader in the early Church who received the vision recorded in Revelation.
John the Baptist, Son of Zechariah
Prophet who prepared the way for Jesus and baptized him in the Jordan River
The last and greatest prophet of the old covenant era, who lived as an ascetic in the wilderness to prepare the way for the Messiah.
Felix
Roman governor who imprisoned the Apostle Paul for two years in Caesarea
A Roman governor of Judea who presided over the legal proceedings against the Apostle Paul in Caesarea during the mid-1st century AD.
Abraham
Patriarch who is the father of the nation of Israel and an exemplar of faith
The first of the three biblical patriarchs and the father of the nation of Israel, known for his unwavering faith and his covenant relationship with God.
Stephen
Member of the Seven and the first Christian martyr
The first Christian martyr and one of the seven deacons appointed to serve the early Church in Jerusalem.
The Nephew of Paul
Young man who thwarted an assassination plot against his uncle, the Apostle Paul
The son of Paul’s sister who uncovered and reported a Jewish assassination plot against the apostle in Jerusalem.
Herod, Persecutor of the Early Church
King who executed the apostle James and was later struck down by an angel for his pride
A grandson of Herod the Great who executed the apostle James and imprisoned Peter in an effort to suppress the early Christian movement in Judea.
Mark
Missionary companion of Paul and Barnabas whose departure caused a rift between the two leaders
An early Christian missionary and companion of Paul, Barnabas, and Peter, whose departure from a mission caused a significant rift between Paul and Barnabas.
Timothy
Protégé of the Apostle Paul and recipient of the two Pastoral Epistles who led the church in Ephesus
A prominent first-century Christian leader, missionary, and the loyal younger protégé of the Apostle Paul who served as the overseer of the church in Ephesus.
Ananias of Damascus
Disciple who restored the sight of Saul of Tarsus and baptized him
A devout Jewish disciple in Damascus who, following a divine vision, restored the sight of the newly converted Saul of Tarsus and baptized him.
Simon the Tanner of Joppa
Tanner in Joppa who hosted the Apostle Peter in his house by the sea
A resident of Joppa and a tanner by trade who hosted the Apostle Peter during the early expansion of the Christian church.
The Seven Sons of Sceva
Seven brothers who were attacked by a demon after trying to use the name of Jesus without faith
Seven brothers who attempted to cast out demons using the name of Jesus without personal faith, resulting in a violent spiritual encounter in Ephesus.
Israel
Patriarch who wrestled with God and fathered the twelve tribes
The third patriarch of the covenant, formerly known as Jacob, who received his name after wrestling with God and became the father of the twelve tribes.
Jason
Host of Paul and Silas in Thessalonica who was dragged before city officials for his hospitality
A prominent early Christian in Thessalonica who hosted the Apostle Paul and faced legal persecution as a result of his hospitality.
Joseph, Son of Jacob
Patriarch who was sold into slavery and rose to become the second most powerful man in Egypt
The favored son of Jacob who, after being sold into slavery by his brothers, rose to become the Grand Vizier of Egypt and preserved the lineage of Israel during a regional famine.
Simon the Sorcerer of Samaria
Sorcerer who tried to buy the gift of the Holy Spirit with money
A practitioner of magic in Samaria who converted to Christianity and attempted to purchase the power of the Holy Spirit from the apostles.
The Slave Girl with a Spirit of Divination
Slave girl in Philippi delivered by Paul from a spirit of divination
An enslaved woman in Philippi possessed by a demonic spirit of divination who was delivered by the Apostle Paul, leading to a legal conflict.
Ananias of the Early Church
Man who was struck dead for lying to the Holy Spirit about the proceeds from a land sale
A member of the early Christian community in Jerusalem who was struck dead for lying to the Holy Spirit regarding the sale of his property.
Aquila
Jewish Christian coworker of Paul who hosted house churches and instructed Apollos
A Jewish Christian from Pontus who, alongside his wife Priscilla, became a vital coworker of the Apostle Paul and a leader in the early church.
Aristarchus
Companion of Paul who was seized during the Ephesian riot and later became Paul's fellow prisoner in Rome
A faithful Macedonian Christian from Thessalonica who served as a devoted traveling companion and 'fellow prisoner' of the Apostle Paul during his missionary journeys.
Augustus
Founder of the Roman Empire who decreed the census mentioned in the Gospel of Luke
The first Roman Emperor, whose census decree brought Joseph and Mary to Bethlehem for the birth of Jesus Christ.
Bernice
Agrippa II’s sister and companion during Paul’s trial and the mistress of Emperor Titus
Bernice was a powerful 1st-century Herodian princess who appeared alongside her brother, King Herod Agrippa II, during the trial of the Apostle Paul in Caesarea.
Gallio
Roman official who dismissed the legal charges against the Apostle Paul in Corinth
A Roman proconsul of Achaia who dismissed the legal charges brought against the Apostle Paul in Corinth, establishing a significant precedent for the early Christian church.
Isaac
Patriarch who was the son of Abraham and the father of Jacob and Esau
The miracle son of Abraham and Sarah, Isaac was the second Hebrew patriarch and the child of promise through whom the covenant of God was established.
Isaiah
Prophet who advised King Hezekiah and foretold the coming of the Messiah
Isaiah, the son of Amoz, was a major prophet in Judah whose ministry spanned the reigns of four kings and who is widely quoted in the New Testament for his messianic and redemptive visions.
Judas Barsabbas, Prophet of the Early Church
Prophet and leader who delivered the Jerusalem Council's decree to Antioch
A prominent leader and prophet in the early Jerusalem church selected to deliver the apostolic decree to the Gentile believers in Antioch.
Pilate
Roman governor who presided over the trial of Jesus and ordered His crucifixion
The Roman governor of Judea during the reign of Tiberius Caesar who presided over the trial of Jesus Christ and ordered His crucifixion.
Priscilla
Early church leader and teacher who hosted a house church and mentored Apollos
A prominent female leader in the early church, fellow worker of the Apostle Paul, and wife of Aquila, noted for her hospitality and theological instruction.
Tabitha
Disciple in Joppa known for her charity and being raised from the dead by Peter
A beloved disciple in Joppa known for her extensive acts of charity and her miraculous restoration to life by the Apostle Peter.
Claudius Lysias
Roman commander who rescued the Apostle Paul from a Jerusalem mob and sent him to Caesarea
Claudius Lysias was a Roman military tribune in Jerusalem who rescued the Apostle Paul from a riotous mob and later facilitated his safe transport to Caesarea.
James, Brother of Jesus
Leader of the early Jerusalem church and author of the New Testament Epistle of James
The brother of Jesus Christ who transitioned from a skeptic to a primary leader of the early Christian church in Jerusalem and author of the Epistle of James.
Aeneas
Man in Lydda who was bedridden for eight years and healed by Peter
A paralytic living in the town of Lydda who was instantaneously healed by the Apostle Peter in the name of Jesus Christ.
Agabus
Prophet who predicted a global famine and Paul's arrest
Agabus was a prominent Christian prophet from Jerusalem who predicted a global famine and the eventual imprisonment of the Apostle Paul in the mid-1st century AD.
Ananias the High Priest
High priest who prosecuted the Apostle Paul before Governor Felix
The Jewish high priest who presided over the initial trial of the Apostle Paul and later prosecuted him before the Roman governor Felix.
Apollos
Eloquent Alexandrian preacher and colleague of the Apostle Paul
An eloquent Jewish Christian from Alexandria known for his deep knowledge of the Scriptures and his significant ministry in the early churches of Ephesus and Corinth.
Demetrius the Silversmith
Craftsman who incited the Ephesian riot against Paul
An influential Ephesian metalworker who incited a city-wide riot against the Apostle Paul to protect the trade of Artemis shrines.
Bar-Jesus
Jewish sorcerer who was struck blind for opposing the Apostle Paul
A Jewish sorcerer and false prophet in Cyprus who opposed the missionary work of Paul and Barnabas during the first century AD.
Herod the Tetrarch
Tetrarch of Galilee who executed John the Baptist and mocked Jesus Christ
The regional ruler of Galilee and Perea who beheaded John the Baptist and participated in the trial of Jesus Christ.
James son of Zebedee, Apostle
Apostle and brother of John who was the first of the Twelve to be martyred
One of the twelve apostles and part of Jesus' inner circle, James was a fisherman by trade and the first of the apostles to suffer martyrdom for the Christian faith.
Julius
Roman centurion who escorted Paul to Rome and saved his life during a shipwreck
A Roman centurion of the Augustan Cohort who escorted the Apostle Paul to Rome and showed him remarkable kindness and protection.
Lydia
Merchant who was the first recorded convert to Christianity in Europe
A wealthy businesswoman and dealer in purple cloth from Thyatira who became the first documented convert to Christianity in Europe.
Matthias
Successor to Judas Iscariot among the Twelve Apostles
The disciple chosen by lot to replace Judas Iscariot as one of the Twelve Apostles following the ascension of Jesus Christ.
Pharaoh, Patron of Joseph
King of Egypt who promoted Joseph to vizier and invited Jacob's family to settle in Goshen
The Egyptian monarch who elevated Joseph from a dungeon to the second-highest office in the land after receiving divine warnings through dreams of a coming famine.
Publius
Roman official on Malta who provided hospitality to the shipwrecked Apostle Paul and whose father was miraculously healed
Publius was the Roman chief official of the island of Malta who hosted the Apostle Paul after his shipwreck and was the first recorded person to be healed by Paul on the island.
Samuel
Prophet who anointed the first two kings of Israel
A pivotal prophet, priest, and the final judge of Israel who presided over the transition from the loose confederation of tribes to the United Monarchy.
Tertullus
Professional orator who prosecuted the Apostle Paul before Governor Felix
Tertullus was a professional advocate and orator hired by the Jewish high priest Ananias to prosecute the Apostle Paul before the Roman governor Felix.
Trophimus
Ephesian companion of Paul whose presence sparked the Jerusalem riot
A Gentile Christian from Ephesus and loyal companion of the Apostle Paul, whose presence in Jerusalem inadvertently sparked the riot leading to Paul's multi-year imprisonment.
The Man of Macedonia
Visionary figure who pleaded with the Apostle Paul to bring the gospel to Europe
A spectral figure who appeared to the Apostle Paul in a vision at Troas, pleading for the gospel to be brought to the region of Macedonia.
Gamaliel, Teacher of the Law
Pharisee and teacher who defended the apostles before the Sanhedrin and mentored the Apostle Paul
A highly respected Pharisee and doctor of the Law who served in the Sanhedrin and advocated for the cautious, tolerant treatment of the early Christian apostles.
Judas Iscariot, Betrayer of Jesus
Apostle who betrayed Jesus for thirty pieces of silver
One of the original twelve apostles of Jesus who eventually betrayed him to the Sanhedrin for thirty pieces of silver.
Aaron
First High Priest of Israel who served as the spokesman for Moses during the Exodus
The first High Priest of Israel, elder brother of Moses, and primary spokesman for the Israelites during the Exodus from Egypt.
Alexander
Jewish spokesman who was shouted down by a riotous mob in the Ephesian theater
A Jewish spokesman in Ephesus who attempted to defend the Jewish community during the riotous demonstrations against the Apostle Paul and his companions.
Alexander
High-priestly family member who participated in the interrogation of the apostles Peter and John
A member of the high-priestly family in Jerusalem and a relative of Annas and Caiaphas who participated in the trial of the apostles Peter and John.
Alphaeus
Father of James the Less and possibly Matthew the tax collector
Alphaeus was a 1st-century Jewish man from the tribe of Judah, best known as the father of James the Apostle and possibly the father of Matthew the tax collector.
Andrew
Apostle of Jesus and the brother of Simon Peter who was the first to be called by Christ
One of the twelve apostles of Jesus, the brother of Simon Peter, and a former disciple of John the Baptist noted for bridging the gap between individuals and Christ.
Annas
High Priest who led the preliminary trial of Jesus and daughter's husband was Caiaphas
Annas was a powerful Jewish High Priest of the first century who exerted significant influence over the Sanhedrin during the trials of Jesus and the early apostles.
Bartholomew
Apostle of Jesus described as an Israelite in whom there is no deceit
One of the Twelve Apostles of Jesus Christ, traditionally identified with Nathanael of Cana and noted for his sincerity and early recognition of Jesus' divinity.
Blastus
Chamberlain of Herod Agrippa I who assisted the people of Tyre and Sidon
Blastus was a royal chamberlain and trusted official to King Herod Agrippa I during the first century AD.
Caiaphas
High Priest who presided over the Sanhedrin during the trial of Jesus
The influential Jewish High Priest during the reign of Tiberius Caesar who presided over the trial of Jesus of Nazareth.
Crispus
Synagogue ruler in Corinth who converted to Christianity
Crispus was a prominent Jewish leader in Corinth who, as the ruler of the synagogue, converted to Christianity under the ministry of the Apostle Paul.
Damaris
Female convert who believed in Jesus after Paul's speech at the Areopagus in Athens
Damaris was an Athenian woman who converted to Christianity following the Apostle Paul’s famous sermon at the Areopagus in Athens.
Dionysius
Athenian judge who converted to Christianity after hearing Paul's sermon on Mars Hill
A member of the Athenian Areopagus who converted to Christianity following the Apostle Paul's sermon on Mars Hill.
Drusilla
Jewish princess present at the trial of Paul the Apostle in Caesarea
A Jewish princess of the Herodian dynasty and wife of Governor Antonius Felix, known for her encounter with the Apostle Paul in Caesarea.
Erastus
City treasurer of Corinth and ministry companion of the Apostle Paul
High-ranking civic official in Corinth and a Christian convert who served as a prominent supporter of the Apostle Paul's ministry.
Eutychus
Young man who fell from a window and was raised from the death by the Apostle Paul
A young man from Troas who died after falling from a window during a long sermon by the Apostle Paul and was subsequently restored to life.
Gaius, Traveling Companion of Paul from Macedonia
Macedonian companion of Paul who was seized during the riot in Ephesus
A Macedonian Christian and traveling companion of the Apostle Paul who was seized by a mob during the Ephesian riot.
Gaius of Derbe
Christian from Derbe who accompanied Paul on his third missionary journey
A 1st-century Christian from Derbe who served as a traveling companion to the Apostle Paul during his third missionary journey.
Hamor
Hivite prince who sold land to Jacob and was later killed by Simeon and Levi
A Hivite prince and father of Shechem who negotiated with the patriarch Jacob and was ultimately killed by Jacob's sons.
Herod, King of Judea
King of Judea who ordered the Massacre of the Innocents
The Roman-appointed King of Judea who sought to kill the infant Jesus and ordered the Massacre of the Innocents in Bethlehem.
James, Father of the Apostle Judas
father of the apostle Judas
A man identified in the New Testament as the father of Judas (not Iscariot), one of the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ.
James son of Alphaeus, Apostle
Apostle of Jesus Christ known as the son of Alphaeus
One of the twelve original apostles of Jesus Christ, distinguished by his parentage to Alphaeus and often identified as 'James the Less' or 'the younger.'
Jesse
Patriarch of the house of David and ancestor of Jesus Christ
The father of King David and a resident of Bethlehem, Jesse is a pivotal link in the genealogy of the Davidic dynasty and the Messianic line.
Joel, Son of Pethuel
Prophet who predicted the outpouring of the Holy Spirit and the Day of the LORD
Joel was a prophet of the Divided Monarchy whose message focused on the 'Day of the LORD' and the outpouring of the Holy Spirit.
John, Member of the High Priest's Family
Member of the high priest's family who presided over the trial of Peter and John
A member of the aristocratic high-priestly family in Jerusalem who sat in judgment of the apostles Peter and John after the healing of a lame man.
Joseph called Barsabbas
disciple who was nominated alongside Matthias to replace Judas Iscariot
A prominent early disciple nominated alongside Matthias to replace Judas Iscariot among the twelve apostles following the ascension of Jesus Christ.
Joshua, Son of Nun
Successor of Moses who led the Israelites in the conquest of Canaan
The successor to Moses and commander of the Israelites who led the conquest of Canaan and divided the Promised Land among the twelve tribes.
Judas the Galilean
Rebel leader who led a failed uprising during the Roman census
A Jewish revolutionary leader who led a rebellion against Rome during the census and perished alongside his followers.
Judas, Resident of Straight Street
Host of Saul of Tarsus on Straight Street in Damascus
A resident of Damascus whose home on Straight Street served as the first refuge for the apostle Paul following his conversion on the road to Damascus.
Judas son of James
Apostle of Jesus Christ also known as Thaddaeus who questioned Jesus during the Last Supper
One of the twelve original apostles of Jesus Christ, also known as Thaddaeus, who questioned the Lord during the Last Supper.
Titus Justus, Host of Paul
Homeowner in Corinth who provided a meeting place for Paul next to the synagogue
A Gentile 'worshiper of God' in Corinth who opened his home to the Apostle Paul after Paul was rejected by the local synagogue.
Kish, Father of King Saul
Father of Saul, the first king of Israel
A wealthy and influential Benjamite landowner best known as the father of Saul, the first king of Israel.
Manaen
Prophet in Antioch who was the foster brother of Herod the Tetrarch
A prominent teacher and prophet in the early Christian church at Antioch who was raised in the royal household of Herod the Tetrarch.
Mary, Mother of John Mark
Mother of John Mark whose Jerusalem home served as a meeting place for the early church
A prominent woman in the early Jerusalem church whose home served as a primary meeting and prayer location for the apostles.
Matthew
Apostle of Jesus and traditional author of the First Gospel
A Galilean tax collector turned apostle of Jesus Christ, traditionally identified as the author of the First Gospel.
Mnason
Cypriot disciple who hosted the Apostle Paul in Jerusalem
A Cypriot believer and 'early disciple' in the New Testament who provided hospitality to the Apostle Paul and his companions in Jerusalem during the mid-1st century AD.
Nicanor
Member of the Seven Chosen to serve the Hellenistic widows in the early Church
Nicanor was one of the seven men chosen by the early Church in Jerusalem to oversee the distribution of food and ensure equity between Hebrew and Hellenistic widows.
Nicolaus
Proselyte from Antioch chosen as one of the Seven to oversee the distribution of food
Nicolaus was a proselyte from Antioch and one of the seven men chosen by the early Church in Jerusalem to oversee the distribution of food and resources.
Parmenas
Member of the Seven chosen to serve the Hellenistic widows in Jerusalem
One of the seven men chosen by the early Church in Jerusalem to oversee the distribution of food and ensure the fair treatment of Hellenistic widows.
Pharaoh, Oppressor of the Israelites
King of Egypt who enslaved the Israelites and ordered the drowning of Hebrew male infants
The Egyptian monarch who enslaved the Israelites, ordered the infanticide of Hebrew male infants, and unsuccessfully sought to execute Moses.
Prochorus
Member of the seven men chosen by the Apostles to serve the Hellenistic widows in the early Jerusalem church
One of the seven men chosen by the early Church in Jerusalem to oversee the distribution of food and ensure equity between Hellenistic and Hebrew believers.
Pyrrhus
Father of Sopater of Berea who accompanied the Apostle Paul
A man from the Macedonian city of Berea and the father of Sopater, a traveling companion of the Apostle Paul.
Rhoda
Servant girl who recognized Peter's voice after his escape from prison
A servant girl in the early Jerusalem church who was the first to hear Peter's voice after his miraculous escape from prison.
Sapphira
Member of the early church who was judged for lying about a property donation
A member of the early Christian community in Jerusalem who, alongside her husband Ananias, was judged for lying to the Holy Spirit regarding a property sale.
Saul
King of Israel who was the first to rule the United Monarchy before being rejected by God
Saul was the first king of Israel, anointed by Samuel from the tribe of Benjamin to lead the United Monarchy against the Philistine threat.
Sceva
Jewish chief priest whose seven sons were defeated by a demon-possessed man
A Jewish chief priest in Ephesus during the first century AD whose seven sons were known for attempting to exorcise demons using the name of Jesus.
Secundus
Thessalonian believer who accompanied the Apostle Paul on his third missionary journey
A believer from the church at Thessalonica who accompanied the Apostle Paul during his third missionary journey to deliver financial aid to the impoverished church in Jerusalem.
Sergius Paulus
Roman Proconsul of Cyprus who converted to the faith after seeing Paul defeat a sorcerer
The Roman Proconsul of Cyprus who converted to Christianity after witnessing the Apostle Paul blind the sorcerer Elymas.
Simeon, Prophet of Antioch
Prophet and teacher in the Antioch church who helped commission Paul and Barnabas
A prominent prophet and teacher in the first-century church at Antioch, also known by the Latin surname Niger.
Solomon
King of Israel who built the first Temple and was famous for his wisdom
The third king of Israel who built the First Temple in Jerusalem and was renowned for his God-given wisdom and immense wealth during the United Monarchy.
Sopater
Berean Christian who accompanied the Apostle Paul on his third missionary journey
A Christian from Berea and son of Pyrrhus, Sopater was a loyal travelling companion of the Apostle Paul during his third missionary journey.
Sosthenes
Synagogue leader in Corinth who was beaten by a crowd and later became Paul's co-author
Sosthenes was a leader of the synagogue in Corinth who experienced a public beating and later became a trusted colleague and co-author of the Apostle Paul.
Theophilus
Recipient of the Gospel of Luke and the Book of Acts
Theophilus was the official recipient of the Gospel of Luke and the Book of Acts, likely a high-ranking Gentile undergoing Christian instruction.
Theudas
Insurrectionist who led a failed revolt of four hundred men before the census of Quirinius
A first-century Jewish insurgent leader who gathered a following of four hundred men before being defeated and executed by authorities.