The Twelve Disciples

The Twelve Disciples are presented in a teaching chart with named portraits of Simon Peter, Andrew, James, John, Philip, Thomas, Matthew, James son of Alphaeus, Thaddaeus, Simon, Judas, and Bartholomew. The center text lists identifying facts connected with each apostle: John as writer of the fourth Gospel and Revelation, Judas as the betrayer, Matthew as the former tax collector, Thomas as the doubter of the resurrection, Peter as the disciple who denied Jesus three times, and Simon as the Zealot. This artwork serves as a clear Christian education resource for introducing the men Jesus called, appointed, and sent out to preach. The biblical context rests in the Gospel accounts where Jesus chooses the Twelve, gives them authority, and forms them into witnesses of His kingdom ministry.