One of the original 12 disciples. He was from Bethsaida in Galilee. Peter was crucified upside down as a result of his faith
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Was the apostle Peter martyred in Rome?
There are some legends that say that Peter traveled to Rome where he was martyred.
Is this legend true? Are there any historical accounts that support the legend? Are there any other theories about ...
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When did Peter become the first Pope, according to Roman Catholic doctrine?
Roman Catholic doctrine teaches that the apostle Peter was the first Pope. Exactly when did this occur?
I can imagine a few different options
When Jesus addressed Peter in Matthew:
I also ...
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Why Paul calls Peter as Cephas in his books?
In John 1:42 Jesus called Peter as Cephas.
Jesus looked at him and said, “You are Simon son of John. You will be called Cephas” (which, when translated, is Peter).
But throughout the Gospels, ...
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What is the biblical basis for the doctrine of Papal Infallibility taught by the Catholic Church?
I understand that the Catholic Churches teaches the doctrine of Papal Infallibility. What is the biblical basis for this and how does that account for the Scripture that references Peter's error?
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Was Peter part of a militant sect?
John 18:10 (NLT)
10 Then Simon Peter drew a sword and slashed off the right ear of Malchus, the high priest’s slave.
The pastor at a church I used to go to once said1 that Peter was ...
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Why was Peter Fishing Naked (John 21:7)?
John 21: 7
7 Therefore that disciple whom Jesus loved saith unto Peter, It is the
Lord. Now when Simon Peter heard that it was the Lord, he girt his
fisher's coat unto him, (for he was ...
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Biblical basis for Peter being the leader of the apostles?
The Roman Catholic church claim that the apostle Peter was the first bishop of Rome and that he was the leader of the other apostles/bishops and since the pope is the rightful heir of Peter's title ...
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Why the change of heart for Peter in John 18? [closed]
In John 18:10 Peter demonstrates courage during Jesus's arrest when Peter uses his sword to defend Jesus. A few verses later during Jesus's trial Peter denies Jesus. It seems that Peter would risk ...
