Apostle living at the time of the New Testament

Bartholomew

John 1:45–51; 21:2; Matthew 10:3

One of the twelve apostles, named in the lists with Philip (Matthew 10:3; Mark 3:18; Luke 6:14; Acts 1:13). Many have identified him with Nathanael, whom Philip brought to Jesus and whom Jesus called “an Israelite indeed, in whom is no deceit” (John 1:45–51), since John names Nathanael among the disciples (John 21:2) and never mentions Bartholomew. Scripture says nothing more of him.

His birth year isn't recorded; the bar assumes he was a young man when called in AD 30. Usually identified with Nathanael of Cana, whom Philip brought to Jesus, since John never names Bartholomew and the other Gospels pair Bartholomew with Philip. Scripture doesn't record his death; tradition says he preached in India and Armenia and was martyred there. The end date shown is an estimate.

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