Nickname: The Rock
Occupation: Fisherman
Background: Peter was a fisherman from the town of Bethsaida, along with his brother Andrew. He was one of Jesus' closest disciples and is considered the leader of the early Christian church.
Personality: Peter was impulsive, emotional, and sometimes hot-headed, but he was also deeply devoted to Jesus and willing to take risks for his faith.
Role in the New Testament: Peter is mentioned over 150 times in the New Testament, often playing a key role in the early Christian church. He is said to have preached to the people on the day of Pentecost and is credited with founding the church in Antioch.
Legacy: Became a leader among the apostles, preaching to Jews and Gentiles alike. He is said to have been martyred in Rome during the reign of Nero.

Nickname: Brother of Simon Peter
Occupation: Fisherman
Background: Andrew was Peter's brother and was also a fisherman from Bethsaida. He is said to have been one of Jesus' earliest followers.
Personality: Andrew is often depicted as being more laid-back and gentle than his brother Peter, but he was also fiercely loyal to Jesus and his fellow disciples.
Role in the New Testament: Andrew is mentioned five times in the New Testament, often introducing Jesus to others or playing a supporting role in key events.
Legacy: Continued to preach and spread Christianity, possibly in Greece or Asia Minor. His death is unknown.

Nickname: James the Greater
Occupation: Fisherman
Background: James was part of a fishing family with his brother John and was one of Jesus' inner circle.
Personality: James is often depicted as being bold, courageous, and willing to take risks for his faith.
Role in the New Testament: James is mentioned several times in the New Testament, often accompanying Jesus on important journeys and witnessing key events.
Legacy: Became the first bishop of Jerusalem, overseeing the early Christian community there. He was martyred in Jerusalem, thrown from the top of the temple.

Nickname: The Beloved Disciple
Occupation: Fisherman
Background: John was part of a fishing family with his brother James and was one of Jesus' inner circle.
Personality: John is often depicted as being gentle, compassionate, and deeply spiritual.
Role in the New Testament: John is mentioned over 50 times in the New Testament, often playing a key role in events surrounding Jesus' life and death. He is believed to have written the Gospel of John and the book of Revelation.
Legacy: Wrote several books of the New Testament, including the Gospel of John, 1-3 John, and Revelation. He was exiled to the island of Patmos, where he received a vision for Revelation. His death is unknown.

Nickname: None
Occupation: Fisherman
Background: Philip was from Bethsaida, like Andrew and Peter, and was one of Jesus' earliest followers.
Personality: Philip is often depicted as being enthusiastic and eager to share his faith with others.
Role in the New Testament: Philip is mentioned several times in the New Testament, often introducing people to Jesus or helping to spread his message.
Legacy: Preached in various parts of Asia Minor and was one of the seven chosen to take care of the needs of widows in the early church (Acts 6:5). His death is unknown.

Nickname: None
Occupation: Unknown
Background: Bartholomew is believed to have been from Cana, where he met Philip, who introduced him to Jesus.
Personality: Bartholomew is often depicted as being honest and sincere, though there is limited information about him in the Bible.
Role in the New Testament: Jesus commented that he was a man "in whom is no guile" when Philip introduces the two (John 1:47-51).
Legacy: Took part in the missionary journey to Asia Minor with Philip. His death is unknown.

Nickname: None
Occupation: Unknown
Background: Thomas was a twin brother of Simon the Zealot and was one of Jesus' twelve apostles.
Personality: Thomas is often depicted as being skeptical and doubting, famously asking for proof of Jesus' resurrection before believing it (John 20:24-25).
Role in the New Testament: Thomas is mentioned several times in the New Testament, often playing a supporting role or expressing doubts about Jesus' claims.
Legacy: Preached in India and was said to have been martyred there by being thrown down a well or pierced with a spear.

Nickname: The Tax Collector
Occupation: Tax collector before becoming an apostle
Background: Matthew was a tax collector who became one of Jesus' twelve apostles after leaving his old life behind (Matthew 9:9-13).
Personality: Matthew is often depicted as being humble and contrite, having repented of his former life as a tax collector.
Role in the New Testament: Matthew wrote one of the four Gospels (Matthew's Gospel) and is often mentioned alongside other apostles in events surrounding Jesus' life and death.
Legacy: Wrote one of the four Gospels, Matthew's Gospel. He was said to have been martyred in Ethiopia, either by being speared or beheaded.

Nickname: James the Less
Occupation: Unknown
Background: James was part of a family with Alphaeus, who may have been a prominent member of society.
Personality: James is often depicted as being quiet and reserved, though there is limited information about him in the Bible.
Role in the New Testament: James is mentioned several times in the New Testament, often accompanying other apostles on important journeys or witnessing key events.
Legacy: Became the bishop of Jerusalem and was martyred by being thrown from the top of the temple, along with James, son of Zebedee.

Nickname: The Zealot
Occupation: Unknown
Background: Simon was part of a Jewish revolutionary group known as the Zealots, who sought to overthrow Roman rule over Israel.
Personality: Simon is often depicted as being passionate and fiery about his beliefs, though there is limited information about him in the Bible.
Role in the New Testament: He is noted as a Caananite (Mark 3:18) but little information is known about him.
Legacy: Continued his missionary work, possibly in Persia or Arabia. His death is unknown.

Nickname: Jude
Occupation: Unknown
Background: Thaddeus is believed to have been from the region of Galilee and was one of Jesus' twelve apostles.
Personality: Jude is often depicted as being gentle and compassionate, though there is limited information about him in the Bible.
Role in the New Testament: Jude is mentioned several times in the New Testament, often accompanying other apostles on important journeys or witnessing key events.
Legacy: Became one of Jesus' closest friends and wrote a letter attributed to him in the New Testament (Jude). His death is unknown.

Nickname: The Betrayer
Occupation: Apostle of Jesus
Background: Judas was one of Jesus' twelve apostles, chosen by Jesus himself.
Personality: Judas is often depicted as being cunning and greedy, willing to betray Jesus for personal gain. His actions were motivated by a desire for financial gain, rather than a desire to serve God.
Role in the New Testament: Judas' betrayal of Jesus is one of the most significant events in the New Testament. He betrayed Jesus for thirty pieces of silver, leading to Jesus' arrest and crucifixion.
Legacy: His death is recorded as by suicide, a hanging, on the morning that Jesus was crucified. The rope broke and he was found with his bowels broken asunder.

Nickname: None
Occupation: Unknown
Background: Matthias was chosen to replace Judas Iscariot after his betrayal, as described in Acts 1:21-26.
Personality: Matthias is often depicted as being humble and willing to serve, having been chosen by lot to take Judas' place among the apostles.
Role in the New Testament: Matthias is mentioned only once in the New Testament, when he is chosen to replace Judas Iscariot (Acts 1:21-26).
Legacy: Became a leader in the early Christian community. His death is unknown.