Simon Zelotes
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Simon Zelotes witnessed the Samaritan among the lepers and learned a lesson about gratitude and faith from Jesus. 166:2.3-6
At Jesus’ appearances, Simon Zelotes returned to his brethren in Galilee amidst the scenes of their earlier associations, having experienced the risen Master's profound teachings of love, service, and divine commission. 191:2.5 192:1-4 (193:0.3,5)
Simon Zelotes and Judas Iscariot boldly claimed they could heal James of Safed’s son in the name of Jesus, only to be met with skepticism and mockery from the scribes and disappointment from the believers. 158:4.6
The call of Jesus brought together sinners and publicans in joyous fellowship at Matthew's banquet. 138:3
Simon Zelotes distributed 100 swords to Jesus and his followers, except for Nathaniel who refused to arm himself, before the night of the Master's betrayal in the garden. 171:4.1 182:2.3 183:2.2
Simon Zelotes, a former fiery agitator and high officer of the Zealots, was selected by Peter to join Jesus' apostles after abandoning his merchant career in Capernaum. 138:2.8 139:11.1
Simon Zelotes organized the apostles' recreation activities efficiently, managing their diversions and relaxation. 138:10.9 139:11.2
Simon Zelotes was in retirement before going forth to preach the gospel of the risen Lord, unlike Thomas, the Alpheus twins, and Nathaniel who opposed the shift in the burden of their public message. 192:4.7 193:6.4
Jesus’ personal admonitions to Simon Zelotes were focused on rising above disappointment, seeking spiritual realities, and being steadfast in faith. 174:0.2 181:2.7-11
Simon Zelotes stayed active in his work, fueled by the belief that Jesus would imminently return. 192:2.5-6
Simon Zelotes was a personal worker among the disciples. 141:3.2
Simon Zelotes preached the gospel in Alexandria, journeyed along the Nile to the heart of Africa, and died there after a lifetime of spreading the teachings of Jesus. 139:11.11
Simon Zelotes learned from Jesus the key to persuasion: lead men into the kingdom and the truths of the kingdom will dispel error. 141:6.2 149:5.1 169:2.1 193:3.2
Simon Zelotes' tactical blunder at Nazareth led to Jesus being almost pushed off a cliff by a violent mob. 150:9.3
After handing his business to a nephew, Simon Zelotes followed Jesus. 138:3.3
Simon Zelotes wished to deal roughly with Kirmeth, but Jesus intervened, allowing the self-deceived prophet freedom before he returned to Bagdad. 148:8.3
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Personal traits and attitudes
- Simon Zelotes attempted to dissuade Norana from seeking the Master's help, but she persisted in her belief and determination. 156:1.5
- Simon Zelotes clung to material ideas of kingdom, questioning Jesus if he would restore it, to which Jesus responded by advising Simon to let go of old beliefs and embrace spiritual power instead. 193:3.2
- Simon Zelotes once dreamed of a new nationalist government with Jesus on the throne, but was left disillusioned and crushed by the events of that fateful Sunday. 172:5.10
- Elated by visions of triumphant rule in Jerusalem, Simon Zelotes was quickly disillusioned, crushed and silent by day's end. 172:5.10
- Simon Zelotes, along with Peter and John, favored proclaiming Jesus king despite opposition from others including Andrew and James. 152:2.5
- After the dispersion because of the Jerusalem persecutions, Simon Zelotes grew despondent, forsook his brethren after crucifixion, but eventually rallied his hopes to proclaim the gospel of the kingdom. 139:11.10 181:2.10 191:0.8 192:1.10-11
- Simon Zelotes made an impassioned plea to rescue Jesus amidst a divided group of apostles and disciples. 183:4.2
- Simon Zelotes was inspirationally loyal, material-minded, and liked to argue, but his greatest strength was his ability to quickly settle doubts and lead new souls to faith in God with enthusiasm and conviction. 139:11.3-6
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Bible parallels
Passages that the paragraphs cited above parallel, quote or reinterpret, from Duane Faw’s Paramony cross-references. Hover a reference to read it.
- “Keys of the kingdom” 158:4.6 — Mt 16:19.
- Apostles' failure to exorcise 158:4.6 — Mt 17:16; Mk 9:18b; Lk 9:40.
- Simon Zelotes added 139:11.1 — Mt 10:4; Mk 3:18; Lk 6:15; Acts 1:13.
- Be not dismayed by future events 174:0.2 — Is 41:10; Jer 46:27.
- Trust not the arm of flesh 174:0.2 — 2 Ch 32:8.
- Foundations of rock 174:0.2 — Mt 16:18.
- Appearances deceiving 174:0.2 — Jn 7:24.
- Remain firm in your faith 174:0.2 — Heb 3:6.
- Know reality of your beliefs 174:0.2 — Jn 1:12.
- Be gentle 174:0.2 — 2 Ti 2:24.
- Love your enemies 174:0.2 — Mt 5:44; Lk 6:27,35.
- I trusted you with many things 174:0.2 — Mt 25:21,23.
- Ignore outward appearances 174:0.2 — 2 Co 10:7; 1 Sam 16:7.
- Be you steadfast 174:0.2 — 1 Co 15:58; 1 P 5:8-9.
- Commission as ambassadors 174:0.2 — 2 Co 5:20.
- Be unmoved, unshaken, by events 174:0.2 — Heb 3:14.
- Keep eternal reward 174:0.2 — Col 2:18; Col 3:24.
- Walk by faith, not sight 174:0.2 — 2 Co 5:7.
- I am able to finish work 174:0.2 — Jn 4:34; Jn 9:4; Jn 17:4; Jn 19:30.
- My spirit will teach you 174:0.2 — Jn 14:26.
- Seek true realities of spirit 174:0.2 — Mt 6:33; Lk 12:31.
- Be not weary in well doing 174:0.2 — Ga 6:9; 2 Th 3:13.
- What concern of Peter 192:2.5 — Jn 21:20-22.
- Simon Zelotes' question 169:2.1 — Lk 16:8-9.
- Stay in Jerusalem 193:3.2 — Lk 24:49.
- I go to the Father 193:3.2 — Jn 7:33-34; Jn 14:12b-28; Jn 16:5,10,16,28; Jn 20:17.
- Mistaken idea of Spirit of Truth 193:3.2 — Acts 1:6-8.
- As God sent me, I send you 193:3.2 — Jn 17:18; Jn 20:21.
- Love one another 193:3.2 — Ro 13:8-10; 1 Th 4:9; 1 P 1:22; 1 Jn 3:11,23; 1 Jn 4:7,11-12; 2 Jn 1:5. *Love one another as Jesus did*: Jn 13:34-35; Jn 15:12,17.
- Not good to be alone 193:3.2 — Gn 2:18a.
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