Topical Encyclopedia Bartholomew is one of the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ, as listed in the Synoptic Gospels and the Acts of the Apostles. His name appears in the apostolic lists found in Matthew 10:3, Mark 3:18, Luke 6:14, and Acts 1:13. In these lists, Bartholomew is consistently paired with Philip, suggesting a close association between the two.Identity and Name The name "Bartholomew" is a patronymic, meaning "son of Tolmai" or "son of Talmai." This has led to the common scholarly identification of Bartholomew with Nathanael, who is mentioned in the Gospel of John. In John 1:45-51, Philip finds Nathanael and tells him about Jesus, leading to Nathanael's encounter with Christ. The absence of the name Bartholomew in John's Gospel and the absence of Nathanael in the Synoptic Gospels support the theory that Bartholomew and Nathanael are the same person. Biblical Accounts While Bartholomew is not individually highlighted in the Synoptic Gospels, his potential identification with Nathanael provides insight into his character. In John 1:47, Jesus describes Nathanael as "an Israelite indeed, in whom there is no deceit." This commendation from Jesus suggests a man of integrity and genuine faith. Role and Ministry As one of the apostles, Bartholomew was part of the foundational group chosen by Jesus to spread the Gospel and establish the early Church. The apostles were given authority to heal the sick, cast out demons, and preach the Kingdom of God (Matthew 10:1-8). Bartholomew, like the other apostles, witnessed the resurrection of Jesus and received the Great Commission to make disciples of all nations (Matthew 28:19-20). Tradition and Legacy Early Christian tradition holds that Bartholomew carried the Gospel to various regions, including India, Armenia, and parts of Mesopotamia. Eusebius of Caesarea, an early Church historian, mentions that Bartholomew left a copy of the Gospel of Matthew in India. Other traditions suggest that he was martyred for his faith, with accounts of his death varying from being flayed alive to being crucified. Bartholomew's legacy is one of steadfast faith and missionary zeal. His life and ministry exemplify the commitment of the apostles to spread the message of Jesus Christ to the ends of the earth, often at great personal cost. His feast day is celebrated in various Christian traditions, honoring his contributions to the early Church and his enduring witness to the Gospel. Nave's Topical Index Matthew 10:3Philip, and Bartholomew; Thomas, and Matthew the publican; James the son of Alphaeus, and Lebbaeus, whose surname was Thaddaeus; Nave's Topical Index Mark 3:18 Luke 6:14 Acts 1:13 Greek 918. Bartholomaios -- "son of Tolmai," Bartholomew, one of the ... ... "son of Tolmai," Bartholomew, one of the twelve apostles. Part of Speech: Noun, Masculine Transliteration: Bartholomaios Phonetic Spelling: (bar-thol-om-ah'-yos ... //strongsnumbers.com/greek2/918.htm - 7k Library Pant??nus the Philosopher. After Prayer Jesus Selects Twelve Apostles. Matthew. The Apocryphal Acts of the Apostles. Martyrdom of Our Apostles. The Acts of Philip. The Nobleman's Son. Martyrdom of the Holy and Glorious Apostle Bartholomew. Pantaenus An Israelite Indeed Resources Why did Jesus choose Peter, James, and John to be His inner circle? | GotQuestions.orgWho was Nathanael in the Bible? | GotQuestions.org New Testament Individuals ' Article Index | GotQuestions.org Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus |
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