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The 12 were selected out of a larger group of disciples after Jesus had spent a whole night in prayer, "that they might continue with him and that he might send them out [a·po·stelʹlei] to preach and to have authority to expel the demons." (Luke 6:12; Mr 3:13-15) These twelve symbolized spiritual Israel upon which the foundation of the Christian congregation was to be built. (Gal. 6:16)
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∙ 13y agoI just read in this book I have called "The Purpose Driven Life" by Rick Warren and it was talking about how we can worship with a crowd, but when it comes to fellowship (experiencing life together by helping one another and listening to each others' struggles and good experiences in life) it is easier in a smaller group. This is what the excerpt said:
"Once a group becomes larger than about ten people, someone stops participating- usually the quietest person-and a few people will dominate the group. Jesus ministered in the context of a small group of disciples. He could have chosen more, but he knew twelve is about the maximum size you can have in a small group if everyone is to participate."
There could be other reasons, but in an essence it makes sense. When you have a smaller group you have more opportunities to talk to these people and you have more time to create a deeper relationship with them. Then these people can tell what they have learned to other people as well.
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Why did Jesus only have twelve disciples?
There were a total of 12 disciples in all, and Jesus was not counted among them at all.
How many disciple's Jesus have were can i find it?
There were only twelve apostles, but countless disciples or followers of Jesus. Check the NT
What religions did the twelve desciple form?
the disciples followed Jesus and did what Jesus said. Jesus picked his disciples. The disciples were ordinary people. Jesus doesn't only like the people who are rich and successfully. he loves us all equally, no matter who we are or what we look like, he made us all and saw that we were good
How did Judas Iscariot meet Jesus?
Judas Iscariot met Jesus when he was chosen by Jesus to be one of his twelve disciples. Judas was likely drawn to Jesus by his teachings and miracles, and ultimately became one of his closest followers.
Did Jesus have 13 disciples?
Jesus had many 'DISCIPLES' (Luke 6:13-16), twelve of whom were chosen as 'APOSTLES', with special privileges and responsibilities (Matthew 10:1-4)(Matthew 11:1), heading up the Christian preaching work, and continuing to make disciples from all nations (Matthew 28:19+20, Matthew 24:14)
Which of Jesus disciples was not from nazareth?
only jesus was from nazareth
Do the twelve disciples of Jesus represent the twelve tribes of Israel?
Some who are sceptical about the gospels story say that the twelve disciples represent the twelve tribes of Israel. Some even go further and say that, in both cases, the twelve derives from the twelve star signs in the heavens.Answer 2If the question "represent" is intended as "come from", i.e. did each of Jesus' twelve disciples come from a different tribe, then the answer is: No. All of Jesus' followers were either Levites or Judahites. The other tribes were not represented.Answer/Maybe.According to the Epistle of Barnabas, who wrote: '.. to whom the Lord gave authority to preach his Gospel : being at the beginning twelve, to signify the tribes, because there were twelve tribes of Israel.' Note that the earliest known version of the Epistle of Barnabas is from the 4th century (~300 years after Barnabas walked the earth) and is only only ascribed to Barnabas by tradition so its authenticity is unknown.
Why does Jesus say his disciples cannot fast?
The disciples did fast but only occasionally.
Which of the original twelve disciples was the only one not from Galilee?
Judas Iscariot - the disciple who betrayed Jesus. As his name suggests he was from Iscaria, in the south.
Did any of Jesus' disciples see him baptized?
It is doubtful that Jesus baptised disciples personally, although the New Testament points to disciples of Jesus baptising, likely under His supervision. It is also unclear whether anyone baptised by his disciples became disciples themselves. Remember that Jesus had many more disciples in addition to the Twelve who were later promoted to Apostles. A number of Jesus' disciples were originally disciples of his cousin John, the Baptiser, and were almost undoubtedly baptised by John.
How many people attend the Last Supper?
thirteen
Did Jesus disciples understand him when he told them he was going to die?
No the disciples did not understand him when he said you will see me for a short time only.
