Paul

Paul, born Saul of Tarsus, was a devout Pharisee who at first persecuted the followers of Jesus. On the road to Damascus he encountered the risen Christ and was transformed into a tireless missionary. Known as the Apostle to the Gentiles, he carried the Gospel across the Roman world and wrote many of the New Testament letters.

• Also known as: Saul, Saul of Tarsus, Paul the Apostle, Apostle to the Gentiles
• Role: Apostle to the Gentiles
• Key Scripture: Acts 9:1-19, Galatians 1:11-16, Acts 13:2-3

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