The story of Barnabas

Barnabas was a biblical figure who was a companion of the Apostle Paul and a leader in the early Christian church. He was born in Cyprus and was a Levite, the son of Joses and the brother of Mark. He was a wealthy man who sold his land and gave the proceeds to the church. He was known for his generosity and his encouragement of others. Barnabas was a key figure in the early church. He was the one who introduced Paul to the apostles in Jerusalem and vouched for him. He was also the one who convinced the apostles to accept Gentiles into the church. He was a missionary and traveled with Paul on his first missionary journey. He was also a teacher and mentor to Paul and the other apostles. Barnabas is best known for his encouragement and support of others. He was a peacemaker and was willing to put himself in danger to help others. He was a great example of Christian love and service. He is remembered for his faithfulness and his willingness to serve the Lord.
Name meaning
"Son of consolation" or "son of encouragement"
Name origin
Aramaic
Role
Apostle
First mention
The Acts of the Apostles 4:36
Appearances in the Bible
28 mentions
In Hebrew
ברנבאס