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Barsabas

also known as: Barsabbas

Meaning: son of Saba

This was the surname of two biblical men.

  1. Joseph Barsabas, also called Justus

    He was one of two candidates chosen to replace Judas Iscariot (Acts 1:23)

    He was chosen to be an Apostle by casting of lots.

    Some identify him with Barnabas.

  2. Judas Barsabas, a New Testament “prophet”

    Nothing more is known of him than what is mentioned in Acts 15:32.

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Article Version: September 18, 2024