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Silas
Also known as: Silvanus
Early Church
Description
A leading man among the brethren in Jerusalem. Accompanied Paul on his second missionary journey and was imprisoned with him in Philippi.
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No family relationships recorded.
Key Events
Life Event
A leading man among the brethren in Jerusalem.
Life Event
Accompanied Paul on his second missionary journey and was imprisoned with him in Philippi.
Scripture References
Acts 15:40
“And Paul chose Silas, and departed, being recommended by the brethren unto the grace of God.”
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The Stoning of Stephen
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Gustave Doré, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
Paul Preaching at Athens
Raphael, 1515
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Paul's Shipwreck on Malta
Gustave Doré, 1866
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The Ascension of Christ
Gustave Doré, 1866
Gustave Doré, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons