Simon
maleNew TestamentMeaning: “He has heard”
One of the brothers of Jesus named by the people of Nazareth.
Biography
Simon is listed among the brothers of Jesus in the Gospels (Matthew 13:55; Mark 6:3). Little else is recorded of him in Scripture, but his name confirms that Jesus grew up within a sizable family in Nazareth, sharing the ordinary life of a carpenter's household before His public ministry began.
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Themes & lessons from Simon
Biblical themes that run through the passages where Simon appears.
People they appear with
Scripture Appearances
2 verses in 2 booksMatthew1 verse
Matthew 13:55
Is not this the carpenter's son? is not his mother called Mary? and his brethren, James, and Joses, and Simon, and Judas?
Mark1 verse
Mark 6:3
Is not this the carpenter, the son of Mary the brother of James, and Joses, and of Juda, and Simon? and are not his sisters here with us? And they were offended at him. offended: scandalized in, or, by him
Frequently asked about Simon
Who was Simon in the Bible?
One of the brothers of Jesus named by the people of Nazareth.
What does the name Simon mean?
The name Simon means “He has heard”.
Who were Simon's parents?
Simon was the child of Mary, Joseph.
Where does Simon appear in the Bible?
Simon is mentioned 2 times across 2 books: Matthew, Mark.
What can we learn from Simon?
The story of Simon touches on themes of simon, jesus, the christ, offence, prophecies respecting christ — explore each to study the lessons drawn from Simon's life.
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