Andrew

Definition

Andrew was one of twelve men whom Jesus chose to be his closest disciples (later called apostles).

• Andrew’s brother was Simon Peter. Both of them were fishermen.
• Peter and Andrew were fishing in the Sea of Galilee when Jesus called them to be his disciples.
• Before Peter and Andrew met Jesus, they had been disciples of John the Baptizer.

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(See also: apostle, disciple, the twelve)

Bible References

• Acts 1:12-14
• John 1:40
• Mark 1:17
• Mark 1:29-31
• Mark 3:17-19
• Matthew 4:19
• Matthew 10:2-4

Word Data

• Strong’s: G04060