Acts
The cast of the early church, from Pentecost to Rome
Who were the Acts?
People who first appear in the Acts of the Apostles — deacons and deceivers, magistrates and missionaries, jailers, governors and household converts scattered from Jerusalem to the capital of the empire.
The group
Acts
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.
Herod Agrippa II
The last Herodian king who presided over the hearing of the Apostle Paul
Herod Agrippa II was the last client king of the Herodian dynasty, best known for presiding over the hearing of the Apostle Paul in Caesarea.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Aratus
Greek poet quoted by the Apostle Paul in the Book of Acts
Aratus of Soli was a Hellenistic Greek poet and astronomer whose work Phaenomena was quoted by the Apostle Paul during his sermon at the Areopagus in Athens.
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.
The Asiarchs
Elite provincial officials who befriended and protected the Apostle Paul during the riot at Ephesus
Elite administrative and religious officials in the Roman province of Asia who befriended the Apostle Paul during the Ephesian riot.
The Assassins
Militant Jewish group that utilized hidden daggers for political assassinations in first-century Judea
A militant Jewish insurrectionist group, specifically the Sicarii, known for their violent opposition to Roman rule and the assassination of high-ranking collaborators.
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.
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.
The Believing Pharisees at Jerusalem
Pharisees who became genuine believers yet urged circumcision and Torah observance for Gentile converts
A group of Jewish Christians in Jerusalem — genuine believers from the sect of the Pharisees — who urged that Gentile converts be circumcised and taught to keep the Law of Moses (Acts 15:5).
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.
Candace
Queen of the Ethiopians whose royal treasurer was baptized by Philip the Evangelist
Candace was the title of the powerful queens of the Kingdom of Kush (Ethiopia) who ruled during the apostolic period of the first century AD.
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.
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.
Cornelius' Devout Soldier
Roman soldier who served as a messenger for Cornelius and helped fetch Peter from Joppa
An unnamed Roman soldier characterized by his personal piety who served as a trusted messenger between the centurion Cornelius and the apostle Peter.
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.
The Daughters of Philip
Four sisters who possessed the spiritual gift of prophecy in the early church
Four unmarried sisters in Caesarea known for their prophetic ministry in the early Christian church during the first century AD.
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.
The Devout Thessalonian Greeks
Gentile converts who established a model church despite severe persecution
A significant group of God-fearing Gentiles in Thessalonica who converted to Christianity under the preaching of the Apostle Paul, forming the core of the early Thessalonian church.
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.
The Diseased on Malta
Group of islanders cured of various ailments by the Apostle Paul after his shipwreck
A group of residents on the island of Malta who were cured of various ailments by the Apostle Paul through the power of the Holy Spirit during his shipwreck journey to Rome.
The Egyptian
Insurrectionist who led four thousand assassins into the wilderness to revolt against Rome
A messianic figure and insurrectionist who led a failed revolt against Rome in Judea during the mid-first century AD.
The Ephesian Elders at Miletus
Group of church leaders who wept as they said a final goodbye to the Apostle Paul at the port of Miletus
A collective leadership group of the Ephesian church who received Paul's final farewell discourse and charge to protect the flock from false teachers.
The Ephesians Who Burned Their Magic Books
Former sorcerers who publically burned their expensive occult scrolls worth 50,000 silver pieces
A group of former occultists in Ephesus who publicly renounced sorcery by burning their expensive scrolls after witnessing the power of the name of Jesus.
The Ephesians Who Confessed Their Practices
Group of converts who burned their expensive magic books
A group of early Christian converts in Ephesus who publicly renounced their involvement in the occult by burning high-value magical scrolls.
Epimenides
Greek poet and prophet quoted by the Apostle Paul in both Acts and Titus
A 6th-century BC Cretan philosopher and poet whom the Apostle Paul quotes in both Acts 17 and Titus 1.
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.
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.
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.
The Evil Spirit at Ephesus
Demon who overpowered the seven sons of Sceva after questioning their authority
A demonic entity encountered by the seven sons of Sceva in Ephesus, known for exposing their lack of spiritual authority and physically overpowering them.
Father of Timothy
Greek man from Lystra who was the father of the evangelist Timothy
The unnamed Greek father of the evangelist Timothy, residing in Lystra during the 1st century AD.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Governor Under King Aretas
Nabataean official whose garrison at Damascus attempted to capture the Apostle Paul
A high-ranking Nabataean official in Damascus who sought to arrest the Apostle Paul shortly after his conversion.
Herod Agrippa I
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.
High Standing Greeks of Berea
Greek citizens of high social status who converted after studying the Scriptures daily
Prosperous and socially prominent Greek residents of Berea who converted to Christianity after diligently testing the Apostle Paul's teachings against the Hebrew Scriptures.
Husband of Mary (Early Church)
Levite and father of John Mark whose Jerusalem home hosted the early church
A member of the Tribe of Levi and the husband of Mary of Jerusalem, whose home served as a central meeting place for the early Christian community.
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.
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.
John (Johanan)
High-priestly official who participated in the interrogation of Peter and John
A member of the high-priestly family in Jerusalem searchingly involved in the interrogation of the early Christian apostles.
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.
Judaizers
False teachers who insisted circumcision was required for a Gentile to be saved
First-century false teachers who insisted that Gentile converts must be circumcised and keep the Mosaic Law in order to be saved.
Judas called Barsabbas
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.
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.
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.
The Lame Man at Lystra
Man born crippled who was healed by the Apostle Paul in the city of Lystra
A lifelong paralytic in Lycaonia who was miraculously healed by the Apostle Paul, sparking a major riot and a debate over idolatry.
The Lame Man at the Beautiful Gate
Beggar who was healed at the Temple gate by Peter
A man lame from birth who was miraculously healed by Peter and John, sparking a pivotal moment of growth for the early church in Jerusalem.
The Leading Thessalonian Women
Prominent noblewomen who converted during Paul’s mission to Thessalonica
A group of high-ranking Macedonian noblewomen in Thessalonica who converted to Christianity under the ministry of the Apostle Paul and Silas.
Lucius of Cyrene
Prophet and teacher in Antioch who helped commission the first missionary journey of Paul and Barnabas
A prominent prophet and teacher in the early church at Antioch and a founding figure in the spread of Christianity to the Gentiles.
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.
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.
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.
Marcus Antonius Felix
Roman governor who imprisoned the Apostle Paul and trembled at his preaching
Marcus Antonius Felix was the Roman procurator of Judea (c. 52–60 AD) best known for his two-year imprisonment of the Apostle Paul at Caesarea.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Noble Jews of Berea
Jewish community that verified Apostolic teaching through daily scripture study
A group of Jewish residents in the Macedonian city of Berea known for their diligent examination of the Scriptures to verify the teachings of the Apostle Paul.
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.
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.
The Persuaded Thessalonian Jews
Jewish converts in Thessalonica who joined Paul after his synagogue preaching
A minority group of Jewish residents in Thessalonica who, after hearing Paul's synagogue reasoning, converted to Christianity and joined the early church.
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 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.
The Philippian Magistrates
Local officials who ordered the unlawful beating and imprisonment of Paul and Silas
The Roman provincial officials in Philippi who illegally imprisoned Paul and Silas before being forced to issue a formal apology.
Porcius Festus
Roman governor who presided over the trial of the Apostle Paul and granted his appeal to Caesar
Porcius Festus was the Roman procurator of Judea from approximately c. 59 to 62 AD, succeeding Antonius Felix and presiding over the legal hearing of the Apostle Paul.
The Praetorian Guard
Elite group of Roman soldiers who guarded the Apostle Paul during his Roman imprisonment
An elite unit of the Roman Imperial Army responsible for the safety of the Emperor and the custody of high-profile prisoners in Rome.
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.
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.
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.
Publius' Father
Roman official's father who was healed of dysentery by St. Paul
An unnamed Roman resident of Malta who was miraculously healed of fever and dysentery by the Apostle Paul during the latter's voyage to Rome.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Simeon Called Niger
Prophet in the church at Antioch who helped commission the first missionary journey of Paul and Barnabas
A prominent prophet and teacher in the early Christian church at Antioch, notable for his leadership and diverse ethnic background during the apostolic era.
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.
Simon Magus
Sorcerer who attempted to buy the gift of the Holy Spirit from the apostles
A practitioner of sorcery in Samaria who claimed to be a great power and attempted to buy the ability to bestow the Holy Spirit from the apostles.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Thessalonian Authorities
Officials who adjudicated the riot against Paul and Jason in Thessalonica
The civic magistrates of Thessalonica who adjudicated the legal disturbance caused by Paul and Silas, and received a security bond from Jason.
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.
Timon
Member of the Seven Chosen to Serve who managed the distribution of food to Hellenistic widows
Timon was one of the seven men chosen by the early Church in Jerusalem to oversee the daily distribution of food and ensure equitable care for Hellenistic widows.
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.
Titius Justus
Roman God-fearer who opened his home to the Apostle Paul in Corinth
A Roman God-fearer in Corinth who hosted the Apostle Paul and offered his house as a meeting place for the early church after Paul was rejected by the local synagogue.
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.
The Town Clerk of Ephesus
Official who de-escalated the Ephesian riot against Paul
The chief administrative official of Ephesus who peacefully quelled a violent riot against the Apostle Paul and protected the early Christian community from legal repercussions.
The Tribunal Pharisees
Jewish leaders who defended Paul the Apostle's belief in the resurrection during his trial before the Sanhedrin
A faction of Pharisees within the Sanhedrin who defended the Apostle Paul during his trial, affirming the reality of the resurrection and spiritual beings.
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.
Tychicus
Minister from Asia who delivered Paul's letters to the Ephesians and Colossians
A faithful companion of the Apostle Paul and a prominent leader within the early Asian church, specifically known for his mission to and ministry within Ephesus.
Tyrannus
Ephesian man whose lecture hall served as Paul's teaching center for two years
Tyrannus was the owner or teacher of a lecture hall in Ephesus where the apostle Paul conducted daily discussions for two years.