Topical Encyclopedia Introduction: Bar-nabas, a significant figure in the early Christian church, is prominently mentioned in the Acts of the Apostles and several Pauline epistles. His name, meaning "son of encouragement" or "son of consolation," reflects his role in the early church as a supporter and encourager of believers. Bar-nabas was a Levite from Cyprus and is often remembered for his close association with the Apostle Paul and his missionary endeavors. Biblical References: 1. Acts 4:36-37: Bar-nabas first appears in the New Testament in Acts 4:36-37, where he is introduced as Joseph, a Levite from Cyprus. The apostles called him Bar-nabas, which means "Son of Encouragement." He is noted for his generosity, having sold a field he owned and brought the money to the apostles to support the early Christian community: "Joseph, a Levite from Cyprus, whom the apostles called Barnabas (meaning Son of Encouragement), sold a field he owned, brought the money, and laid it at the apostles’ feet." 2. Acts 9:26-27: Bar-nabas played a crucial role in introducing Saul (later Paul) to the apostles in Jerusalem after Saul's conversion. When the disciples were afraid of Saul, Bar-nabas vouched for him, recounting Saul's encounter with the Lord and his bold preaching in Damascus: "When Saul arrived in Jerusalem, he tried to join the disciples, but they were all afraid of him, not believing he was a disciple. Then Barnabas brought him to the apostles and described how Saul had seen the Lord on the road to Damascus and how the Lord had spoken to him, and how in Damascus he had spoken boldly in the name of Jesus." 3. Acts 11:22-26: Bar-nabas was sent by the church in Jerusalem to Antioch to investigate the spread of the Gospel among the Gentiles. Recognizing the grace of God at work, he encouraged the new believers to remain true to the Lord. Bar-nabas then sought out Saul in Tarsus and brought him to Antioch, where they taught a great number of people for a year. It was in Antioch that the disciples were first called Christians: "News of this reached the ears of the church in Jerusalem, and they sent Barnabas to Antioch. When he arrived and saw the grace of God, he rejoiced and encouraged them all to remain true to the Lord with devoted hearts. For he was a good man, full of the Holy Spirit and faith. And a great number of people were brought to the Lord. Then Barnabas went to Tarsus to look for Saul, and when he found him, he brought him back to Antioch. So for a full year they met together with the church and taught large numbers of people. The disciples were first called Christians at Antioch." 4. Acts 13:1-3: Bar-nabas was set apart by the Holy Spirit, along with Saul, for missionary work. The church in Antioch laid hands on them and sent them off, marking the beginning of their first missionary journey: "In the church at Antioch there were prophets and teachers: Barnabas, Simeon called Niger, Lucius of Cyrene, Manaen (who had been brought up with Herod the tetrarch), and Saul. While they were worshiping the Lord and fasting, the Holy Spirit said, 'Set apart for Me Barnabas and Saul for the work to which I have called them.' So after they had fasted and prayed, they laid their hands on them and sent them off." 5. Acts 15:36-39: A notable disagreement occurred between Bar-nabas and Paul regarding John Mark, who had deserted them on a previous journey. Bar-nabas wanted to give Mark another chance, while Paul disagreed. This led to their separation, with Bar-nabas taking Mark to Cyprus and Paul choosing Silas for his journey: "Some time later Paul said to Barnabas, 'Let us go back and visit the brothers in every town where we proclaimed the word of the Lord, to see how they are doing.' Barnabas wanted to take John, also called Mark. But Paul thought it best not to take him, because he had deserted them in Pamphylia and had not accompanied them in the work. Their disagreement was so sharp that they parted company. Barnabas took Mark and sailed for Cyprus." Character and Legacy: Bar-nabas is depicted as a man of faith, full of the Holy Spirit, and a key figure in the early church's expansion. His willingness to support and mentor others, such as Paul and John Mark, highlights his role as an encourager and reconciler. His actions and decisions significantly impacted the spread of Christianity and the development of the early church. Greek 921. 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