John was one of the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ and is often referred to as John the Apostle or John the Evangelist. He was the brother of James, another apostle, and was the son of Zebedee, a fisherman from Galilee.
According to the New Testament, John was present at many key moments in Jesus’ life, including the Last Supper, the crucifixion, and the resurrection. He was also one of the few apostles who stood by Jesus at the foot of the cross, along with Mary, the mother of Jesus.
After Jesus’ death, John became a leader in the early Christian church and was instrumental in spreading the message of the gospel throughout the Mediterranean world. He is traditionally believed to have authored several books of the New Testament, including the Gospel of John, the three Epistles of John, and the Book of Revelation.
John is often remembered for his emphasis on the love of God and his belief in the divinity of Jesus Christ. He is also known for his close relationship with Jesus, whom he referred to as “the disciple whom Jesus loved.”
The exact date of birth of the Apostle John is not known, but it is believed that he was born in the early first century, possibly around 6 AD. According to tradition, he lived to a very old age, and some sources suggest that he may have lived into his nineties.
It’s worth noting that precise dates of birth were not always recorded in ancient times, and the available historical records from this period are often incomplete or inconsistent. Therefore, the exact year of John’s birth cannot be confirmed with certainty.
According to historical and traditional accounts, the Apostle John is believed to have died in the late first century or early second century AD. The exact year of his death is uncertain, but some sources suggest that he may have lived until around 100 AD or later.
There are various accounts and legends regarding the circumstances of John’s death. Some sources suggest that he died of natural causes in Ephesus, where he is said to have lived for many years and where he may have written some of his later works. Other accounts suggest that he may have been exiled to the island of Patmos, where he received the visions that are recorded in the Book of Revelation.
Despite the uncertain details surrounding John’s death, his contributions to the early Christian church and his writings have had a lasting impact on Christian theology and spirituality. He is often remembered as one of Jesus’ closest disciples and an important figure in the spread of the gospel message.
(By Heiko Thiede, Pastor & Evangelist)
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