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Andrew

First-Called Apostle and Fisherman

Name meaning
Manly or brave
Name origin
Greek: Ἀνδρέας (Andreas), “manly”

Quick facts

Occupation
  • Fisherman
  • Apostle
Birthplace
Bethsaida; later Capernaum
Modern-day location
Bethsaida was on the northern shore of the Sea of Galilee; its exact site is debated. Capernaum is at modern Tell Hum/Kfar Nahum in Israel.
Family
  • Brother of Simon Peter
  • Son of Jonah/John
First mention
John 1:40-42
Last mention
John 12:22
Key artifacts
  • Fishing net
  • Boat
  • Loaves and fishes

Key verses

  • “He first findeth his own brother Simon, and saith unto him, We have found the Messias.”

    John 1:41

  • “There is a lad here, which hath five barley loaves, and two small fishes.”

    John 6:9

  • “Philip cometh and telleth Andrew: and again Andrew and Philip tell Jesus.”

    John 12:22

Biography

Early Life

Andrew was a fisherman and brother of Simon Peter. He had been a disciple of John the Baptist before following Jesus.

Defining Biblical Moments

Andrew brought Peter to Jesus, later brought a boy with loaves and fishes to Jesus, and helped Greek visitors approach him.

Strengths

Andrew is remembered for introducing others to Jesus and noticing small resources that could be offered.

Weaknesses & Lessons

The Gospels give few details of his later life; later traditions about his travels are uncertain.

Life Lessons for Today

The Gospels give few details of his later life; later traditions about his travels are uncertain.

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