The Twelve
The Former Revolutionary
Apostles · 2 verses
Designated 'the Zealot' (or 'Canaanite,' from Aramaic qanana, meaning zealous), Simon possibly belonged to the Zealot party—Jewish nationalists opposing Roman rule. His transformation from political revolutionary to spiritual ambassador demonstrates grace's power.
Scripture References
“Matthew and Thomas, James the son of Alphaeus, and Simon called Zelotes,”
“Simon the Canaanite, and Judas Iscariot, who also betrayed him.”