Who was Fortunatus in the Bible?
The story of Fortunatus
in Hebrew: Fortunatus
Fortunatus is one of the seven deacons chosen by the early Christian church in Jerusalem to distribute food to widows and the poor (Acts 6:5). Not much else is known about him, but tradition holds that he was later bishop of Thmuis in Egypt and may have been martyred for his faith.
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🎤Also known as
Fortunatus the Apostle
⭐Position held
Apostle
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How many times Fortunatus was mentioned in the bible?
Fortunatus appears None times in the bible.
Where is the story of Fortunatus begins in the Bible?
Fortunatus first mention in the bible is in the book of 1 Corinthians, chapter 16, verse 17.
What is the meaning of the name Fortunatus?
The name "Fortunatus" is of Latin origin and means "fortunate" or "prosperous." It was commonly used in ancient Rome and is derived from the Latin word "fortunatus," which signifies someone who is blessed with good fortune or luck. The name is also found in historical and religious contexts, particularly in Christian texts, such as the New Testament, where a person named Fortunatus is mentioned as a companion of the Apostle Paul.
What is the origin of the name Fortunatus?
Latin
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Fortunatus is one of the seven deacons chosen by the early Christian church in Jerusalem to distribute food to widows and the poor (Acts 6:5). Not much else is known about him, but tradition holds that he was later bishop of Thmuis in Egypt and may have been martyred for his faith.
first mention in the bible is in the book of 1 Corinthians, chapter 16, verse 17.
