Simon Σίμων
One of the twelve apostles, also called the Zealot.
Biography
Simon, also called the Zealot, was one of the twelve apostles chosen by Jesus Christ (Mat.10.4; Mrk.3.18; Luk.6.15). The title "Zealot" likely indicates that Simon belonged to a Jewish political faction known for its fierce nationalism and opposition to Roman rule before following Jesus.
After Jesus' ascension, Simon the Zealot is mentioned as being among the apostles who gathered in the upper room in Jerusalem to pray and await the coming of the Holy Spirit (Act.1.13).
Beyond these brief mentions, no further details about Simon the Zealot's life or ministry are provided in the New Testament. Church tradition holds that he preached the gospel in various regions, possibly including Egypt, North Africa, and Persia, before being martyred for his faith, though the accounts vary.
In Scripture
4 biblical books ; 4 with study contentMatthew 1 verse
- Matthew 10:4
"Simon the Zealot; and Judas Iscariot, who also betrayed him."
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Mark 1 verse
- Mark 3:18
"Andrew; Philip; Bartholomew; Matthew; Thomas; James, the son of Alphaeus; Thaddaeus; Simon the Zealot;"
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Luke 1 verse
- Luke 6:15
"Matthew; Thomas; James, the son of Alphaeus; Simon, who was called the Zealot;"
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Acts 1 verse
- Acts 1:13
"When they had come in, they went up into the upper room where they were staying; that is Peter, John, James, Andrew, Philip, Thomas, Bartholomew, Matthew, James the son of Alphaeus, Simon the Zealot, and Judas the son of James."
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Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script | Strong's |
|---|---|---|---|
| Named | Greek | Σίμων | G4613G |
| Named | Greek | ζηλωτής | G2208 |