saint john the apostle

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Definition

Proper noun 1. Apostle and Evangelist: In the New Testament, one of the twelve original disciples (apostles) of Jesus Christ. He is traditionally identified as the author of the Gospel of John, the three Epistles of John, and the Book of Revelation.

Usage Examples
  • Proper noun:
    • Saint John the Apostle is often depicted with a chalice containing a serpent, symbolizing a miracle of faith.
    • The writings attributed to Saint John the Apostle emphasize themes of light, love, and divine truth.
    • Many churches celebrate the feast day of Saint John the Apostle on December 27th.
Advanced Usage
  • "The Beloved Disciple": A title frequently used in the Gospel of John to refer to a disciple "whom Jesus loved," traditionally identified as John the Apostle.
    • In the narrative of the Last Supper, the Beloved Disciple is reclining next to Jesus.
  • "John the Evangelist": A title emphasizing his traditional role as the author of a Gospel.
    • The symbol for John the Evangelist is an eagle, representing the soaring vision of his Gospel.
Variants and Related Words
  • John the Divine: Another name for John the Apostle, particularly in reference to his authorship of the Book of Revelation (also called ).
  • John the Evangelist: A title focusing on his role as a Gospel writer.
  • Saint John: A common shortened form, though this can also refer to John the Baptist. Context usually clarifies the meaning.
Synonyms
  • John the Evangelist
  • John the Divine
  • The Beloved Disciple (traditional identification)
Related Phrases
  • Johannine literature: The body of New Testament writings traditionally ascribed to John the Apostle (the Gospel, the Epistles, and Revelation).
    • Johannine literature has a distinct theological vocabulary compared to the Synoptic Gospels.
Noun
  1. (New Testament) disciple of Jesus; traditionally said to be the author of the 4th Gospel and three epistles and the book of Revelation

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