Simon Zelotes

Simon Ze·lo·tes  (z-ltz) or Simon the Canaanite First century a.d.

In the New Testament, one of the 12 Apostles. Although nothing certain is known of his life, he is thought to have been a member of the Zealots.

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Simon Zelotes [zɪˈləʊtiːz]

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(Christian Religious Writings / Bible) Saint. one of the 12 apostles, who had probably belonged to the Zealot party before becoming a Christian (Luke 6:15). Owing to a misinterpretation of two similar Aramaic words he is also, but mistakenly, called the Canaanite (Matthew 10:4). Feast day: Oct. 28 or May 10

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Simon Zelotes - one of the twelve Apostles (first century) Simon, Simon the Canaanite, Simon the Zealot, St. Simon