As followers of Jesus: He calls them to 'follow me' (Mark 1:17)
They are portrayed as 'fishermen' because they will gather people into their community. In this respect, the boat became a symbol for the church, which is why the congregation sit in the part of a church called 'the nave' (Latin for boat)
The word 'disciple' means 'kearner'. The disciples are, therefore, by definition those who learn (and learn from) the teachings and example of their 'rabbi' teacher, who is Jesus himself.
The 12 disciples were the closest followers of Jesus during his ministry.
Judas was the treasurer for Jesus and the disciples.
The disciples of Jesus in order of their significance in his ministry were Peter, James, and John. These three disciples were often chosen by Jesus to witness important events such as the Transfiguration and the raising of Jairus' daughter.
The calling of the disciples took place at the beginning of Jesus' ministry, shortly after he was baptized by John the Baptist.
The twelve disciples.
Jesus sent out his disciples on a mission during his ministry, as recorded in the Bible in the book of Matthew, chapter 10.
The disciples of Jesus were his closest followers who helped spread his teachings and assist in his ministry. They played a key role in sharing his message with others and carrying out his mission to spread the word of God.
The twelve disciples were followers of Jesus who played a key role in spreading his teachings and message. They were chosen by Jesus to be his closest companions and to help him in his ministry. They traveled with him, witnessed his miracles, and helped spread his message of love and salvation to others.
The disciples of the new testament were the twelve people that Jesus asked to follow him and share the period of his ministry.
Disciples, which means 'imitator' and not just believer. At the end of Jesus' 3 1/2 year ministry, Jesus had 120 disciples. He called His Father's Church which He established, His 'little flock.'
The 12 disciples of Jesus were Peter, Andrew, James, John, Philip, Bartholomew, Thomas, Matthew, James the son of Alphaeus, Thaddaeus, Simon the Zealot, and Judas Iscariot. Each disciple played a unique role in Jesus' ministry, such as preaching, spreading the teachings of Jesus, performing miracles, and supporting Jesus in his mission.
Before his baptism, Jesus did not have formally identified disciples. The Gospels suggest that he began to gather followers after his baptism by John the Baptist, when he started his public ministry. However, there were individuals, such as John the Baptist's own disciples, who recognized Jesus' significance before his baptism. The formal calling of his disciples, as recorded in the Gospels, occurs after this event.