Zealot
The Zealots were a Jewish political faction known for their fierce opposition to Roman rule and their advocacy for armed resistance.
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Summary
Political group in the New Testament; called Zealot (Κανανίτης, Καναναῖος).
Glossary entries
Alternative names
- Κανανίτης, ΚαναναῖοςZealot
Mentions
- Simon the Zealot, and Judas Iscariot, who betrayed Jesus.
- Andrew, Philip, Bartholomew, Matthew, Thomas, James son of Alphaeus, Thaddaeus, Simon the Zealot,