Meaning
Bartholomew is an Aramaic patronymic commonly understood to mean “son of Talmai.”
Biblical Usage
Bartholomew appears in the lists of the twelve apostles in Matthew, Mark, and Luke. He is also named among the disciples who gathered in Jerusalem after Jesus’ ascension.
Key References
- Matthew 10:2-4
- Mark 3:16-19
- Luke 6:13-16
- Acts 1:13
Related Terms
- Apostle
- Jesus Christ
- Disciples
- Philip