
Estimating the exact ages of the apostles at the time of their death is challenging due to limited historical records. However, based on biblical accounts, traditions, and historical estimates, here’s a rough approximation:
- Peter (Crucified upside down in Rome):
- Born: circa 1 BC
- Died: circa 68-70 AD (aged approximately 68-70)
- John (Exiled to Patmos, died in Ephesus):
- Born: circa 6-7 AD
- Died: circa 100 AD (aged approximately 93-94)
- James the Greater (Beheaded in Jerusalem):
- Born: circa 5-10 AD
- Died: circa 44 AD (aged approximately 34-39)
- James the Lesser (Thrown from the top of a temple):
- Born: circa 20-30 AD
- Died: circa 62 AD (aged approximately 32-42)
- Andrew (Crucified on an X-shaped cross):
- Born: circa 5-10 AD
- Died: circa 60-70 AD (aged approximately 50-60)
- Philip (Crucified in Phrygia):
- Born: circa 5-10 AD
- Died: circa 80 AD (aged approximately 70-75)
- Bartholomew (Flayed alive and crucified):
- Born: circa 15-20 AD
- Died: circa 70 AD (aged approximately 50-55)
- Thomas (Speared to death):
- Born: circa 10-20 AD
- Died: circa 72 AD (aged approximately 52-62)
- Matthew (Killed with a halberd):
- Born: circa 10-15 AD
- Died: circa 60-70 AD (aged approximately 45-55)
- Jude (Killed with arrows):
- Born: circa 10-20 AD
- Died: circa 70 AD (aged approximately 50-60)
- Simon the Zealot (Crucified):
- Born: circa 10-20 AD
- Died: circa 70 AD (aged approximately 50-60)
- Matthias (Stoned to death):
- Born: circa 15-30 AD
- Died: circa 63 AD (aged approximately 33-48)
- Judas Iscariot (Suicide by hanging):
- Born: circa 10-20 AD
- Died: circa 33-34 AD (aged approximately 23-24)
Keep in mind that these estimates vary, and some ages are based on tradition rather than verified historical records.
HAGE OF APOSTLE PAUOL
The life and ministry of Apostle Paul, originally known as Saul of Tarsus, are well-documented in the New Testament. Here’s an overview:
Early Life:
- Born circa 4-5 AD in Tarsus, Cilicia (modern-day Turkey)
- Jewish heritage, tribe of Benjamin, and a Pharisee (Philippians 3:5-6)
- Studied under Gamaliel in Jerusalem (Acts 22:3)
Conversion:
- Encountered Jesus on the Damascus Road (Acts 9:1-31)
- Converted to Christianity circa 33-35 AD
- Changed name from Saul to Paul (Acts 13:9)
Missionary Journeys:
- First Mission (45-49 AD): Cyprus, Asia Minor (Acts 13-14)
- Second Mission (50-53 AD): Greece, Macedonia (Acts 15:36-18:22)
- Third Mission (53-58 AD): Asia Minor, Macedonia, Greece (Acts 18:23-21:17)
Epistles (Letters):
- Wrote 13 books of the New Testament:
- Romans
- 1-2 Corinthians
- Galatians
- Ephesians
- Philippians
- Colossians
- 1-2 Thessalonians
- 1-2 Timothy
- Titus
- Philemon
- Hebrews (traditionally attributed)
Later Life and Death:
- Imprisoned multiple times (e.g., Philippi, Jerusalem, Caesarea, Rome)
- Released from Roman imprisonment circa 63 AD
- Continued ministry until second imprisonment in Rome
- Executed (beheaded) during Emperor Nero’s persecution circa 64-68 AD
Estimated Age at Death:
- Approximately 60-65 years old
Paul’s transformative life, passionate ministry, and influential writings have shaped Christianity significantly.






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