Introduction:
Paul, originally named Saul of Tarsus, is one of the most influential figures in early Christianity and the New Testament. Known for his missionary journeys and epistles, Paul played a pivotal role in spreading the Gospel to the Gentile world. His life and teachings are foundational to Christian theology and ecclesiology.

Early Life and Conversion:
Paul was born in Tarsus, a city in Cilicia, and was a Roman citizen by birth (Acts 22:28). He was a Pharisee, educated under Gamaliel, a respected teacher of the Law (Acts 22:3). Paul was zealous for the traditions of his ancestors and initially persecuted the early Christians (Galatians 1:13-14). His dramatic conversion occurred on the road to Damascus, where he encountered the risen Christ. This event is recounted in Acts 9:3-6: "As he neared Damascus on his journey, suddenly a light from heaven flashed around him. He fell to the ground and heard a voice say to him, 'Saul, Saul, why do you persecute Me?' 'Who are You, Lord?' Saul asked. 'I am Jesus, whom you are persecuting,' He replied."

Missionary Journeys:
Following his conversion, Paul embarked on several missionary journeys, spreading the Gospel across the Roman Empire. His travels took him through Asia Minor, Greece, and eventually to Rome. Paul established numerous churches and maintained correspondence with them, offering guidance and theological insights. His missionary work is detailed in the Acts of the Apostles and his epistles.

Epistles and Theology:
Paul's letters, or epistles, form a significant portion of the New Testament. They include Romans, 1 and 2 Corinthians, Galatians, Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, 1 and 2 Thessalonians, 1 and 2 Timothy, Titus, and Philemon. These writings address various theological issues, church practices, and ethical living. Key themes include justification by faith (Romans 3:28), the role of the Law (Galatians 3:24-25), and the unity of believers in Christ (Ephesians 4:4-6).

Paul's Influence on Christianity:
Paul's teachings have profoundly shaped Christian doctrine, particularly regarding salvation, grace, and the nature of the Church. His articulation of the Gospel as the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes (Romans 1:16) underscores the universal scope of Christ's redemptive work. Paul's emphasis on faith and grace has been central to Christian thought throughout history.

Challenges and Persecutions:
Paul faced numerous challenges and persecutions throughout his ministry. He was imprisoned multiple times, beaten, and ultimately martyred for his faith. Despite these hardships, Paul remained steadfast in his mission, famously declaring, "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith" (2 Timothy 4:7).

Legacy:
Paul's legacy endures through his writings and the churches he established. His epistles continue to be studied for their theological depth and practical guidance. As an apostle to the Gentiles, Paul's work laid the foundation for the global spread of Christianity, making him a pivotal figure in the history of the Church.Acts 13:9
Then Saul, (who also is called Paul,) filled with the Holy Ghost, set his eyes on him.
Nave's Topical Index

4549. Saoul -- Saul, the first Isr. king, also the Jewish name of ...
... king, also the Jewish name of Paul. Part of Speech: Proper Noun, Indeclinable
Transliteration: Saoul Phonetic Spelling: (sah-ool') Short Definition: Saul ...
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4569. Saulos -- Saul, the Jewish name of the apostle Paul
... Saul. Of Hebrew origin, the same as Saoul; Saulus (ie Shaul), the Jewish name
of Paul -- Saul. see GREEK Saoul. (saulon) -- 4 Occurrences. ...
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3972. Paulos -- (Sergius) Paulus (a Roman proconsul), also Paul ...
... Of Latin origin; (little; but remotely from a derivative of pauo, meaning the same);
Paulus, the name of a Roman and of an apostle -- Paul, Paulus. ...
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2394. Iason -- Jason, the name of one, perhaps two, Christian
... Spelling: (ee-as'-oan) Short Definition: Jason Definition: Jason, a Christian of
Thessalonica, perhaps the same as the relative of Paul. Word Origin name of a ...
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4609. Silas -- Silas, a fellow missionary of Paul
... Silas Phonetic Spelling: (see'-las) Short Definition: Silas Definition: Silas, a
pet-form of the name Silvanus; a Roman citizen and a helper of Paul. ...
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2459. Ioustos -- Justus, the name of three Christians
... b) Titius Justus, a Corinthian Christian, (c) surname of Jesus, a Christian with
Paul in Rome. Word Origin of Latin origin Definition Justus, the name of three ...
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921. Barnabas -- Barnabas, an Israelite companion of Paul
... a Cypriote Jew, uncle of John Mark; his other name was Joseph. Word Origin probably
of Aramaic origin Definition Barnabas, an Isr. companion of Paul NASB Word ...
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3066. Loukios -- Lucius, the name of two Christians
... with the evangelist Luke, (b) a Christian with Paul at Corinth, by some identified
with (a). Word Origin of Latin origin Definition Lucius, the name of two ...
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4610. Silouanos -- "sylvan," Silvanus, alt. form of the name Silas
... Definition: Silvanus, a Roman citizen and a helper of Paul. Word Origin a Latin
form of Silas Definition "sylvan," Silvanus, alt. form of the name Silas NASB ...
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1891. Epaphroditos -- Epaphroditus, a Christian
... Epaphroditus Definition: Epaphras, Epaphroditus, a Colossian Christian, in captivity
with Paul in Rome. Word Origin from epi and Aphrodite (name of Gr. ...
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Conversion
... I. PAUL'S PREPARATION STUDY II CONVERSION. PAUL, THE PERSECUTOR #NAME?Paul first
appears in the narrative of the Acts, under the name of Saul, at the martyrdom ...
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Of Some who are Mad Enough to Suppose that the Books were ...
... many Jews had been converted and had shown marvellous faith, after the stoning of
Stephen the deacon and martyr, and when Paul still bore the name Saul, and ...
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In God's Name I Beseech You Let Prayer Nourish Your Soul as Your ...
... In God's name I beseech you let prayer nourish your soul as your meals nourish your
body ... That the men had quit praying in Paul's time we cannot certainly affirm ...
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Paul's Trials and victories at Ephesus
... And God did wonderful miracles through Paul, and the name of the Lord Jesus
was held in high honor. Many who believed in him came ...
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Canon Muratorianus.
... There are also in circulation one to the Laodiceans, and another to the Alexandrians,
forged under the name of Paul, and addressed against the heresy of Marcion ...
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The vision of Paul.
... they reply to us: There is one in the world whose name is Paul, he preaches and
announces Christ, and we believe that many have entered into the kingdom ...
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Paul's Journeys Acts 13:1-38:31
... of the early Greek colonies, later the capital of Ionia, and in Paul's day it ... Its
goddess called Artemis or Diana, had a Greek name but was the representative ...
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Acts of Paul and Thecla.
... And a certain man, by name Onesiphorus, hearing that Paul had come to Iconium, went
out to meet him with his children Silas and Zeno, and his wife Lectra, in ...
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Refutation of the Ebionites, who Disparaged the Authority of St. ...
... was chosen by God for this purpose, that he might boldly bear His name, as being ...
For neither can they contend that Paul was no apostle, when he was chosen for ...
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Continuation of the Foregoing Argument Proofs from the Writings of ...
... day, according to the Scriptures." [3641] It is plain, then, that Paul knew no ... to
His human nature, and His subjection to death, he employs the name of Christ ...
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