Simon the Zealot

Simon the Zealot was one of Jesus' 12 apostles. He was a bit of a mystery, even to his fellow apostles. Some people said he was from Cana in Galilee, while others said he was from Samaria. He was also known as Simon the Canaanite or Simon the Canaanean. Simon was a passionate man who was always ready to fight for what he believed in. He was one of the few apostles who was actually armed when Jesus was arrested in the Garden of Gethsemane. After Jesus' death, Simon continued to preach the gospel. He is said to have traveled to Egypt, Syria, and even India. He is also said to have been martyred in Persia. Simon the Zealot is a fascinating figure who has captured the imagination of Christians for centuries. He is a reminder that even the most unlikely people can be called to be disciples of Jesus Christ.