Based on the epistles of Paul and his own description of his conversion, it is possible that he was a rabbi, but probably impossible to prove. Some scholars, such as Maurice Goguel (Jesus the Nazarene), are more certain and do describe Paul as a rabbi. This appears to conflict with the description of him in Acts of the Apostles as a mere tent-maker, but it is true that rabbis were encouraged to learn a trade.
The concept of a rabbi was extremely new in Paul's time, and he probably didn't study under one. Sages of the time didn't have formal recognition or title.
There is no apostle named John Paul. There is an apostle named John and another apostle named Paul.
He called himself the Apostle to the Gentiles.
There is no apostle named John Paul. There is an apostle named John and another apostle named Paul.
Saul the Rabbi, also known as the Apostle Paul. Acts 7,8.
Paul wasn't stoned - he was beheaded.
Yes, Paul from the New Testament is considered to be an Apostle. He is often referred to as the "Apostle Paul" and played a significant role in spreading Christianity throughout the Roman Empire.
Yes, Saint Paul was religious. He was a devout Jew before his conversion to Christianity and played a significant role in spreading the teachings of Jesus Christ.
OpinionI would say Apostle Paul wherever I use 'Apostle' as a title, in the same way as I would say Mr Smith, with 'Mr' capitalised. Less frequently, I would write 'apostle' uncapitalised if I did not intend it as a title, for example where 'apostle' is the subject of the sentence, and Paul is addressed. Use capitals to be on the safe side.
Luke was a companion of Paul, and not a apostle.
no
he was not