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apostle

/əˈpɒs.əl/noun

Definition

One sent out with a special commission; specifically, the twelve disciples chosen by Jesus plus Paul, who were sent to spread the gospel.

Modern Equivalent

sent one / commissioned messenger

Usage Notes

From Greek 'apostolos' (one sent). The twelve apostles were Jesus's chosen representatives. Paul claimed apostleship through a direct commission from the risen Christ.

Example Verse

And when it was day, he called unto him his disciples: and of them he chose twelve, whom also he named apostles;
Luke 6:13