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    was born in Tarsus, the city of Tarsus, where Paul was born, a very important city. Tarsus, one of the largest trade centers on the Mediterranean coast, a seaport city, a rich city mainly because of trade”. However, Merchants from Tarsus were well known throughout the Roman empire: Known for their crafts, and monetary investments in their cities, the merchants of Tarsus invested in good roads, education, public health, and beautification projects, throughout the Roman empire, Tarsus is known for

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    Apostle Paul Essay

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    Jew, born in Tarsus of Cilicia, but brought up in this city, educated under Gamaliel, strictly according to the law of our fathers, being zealous for God just as you all are today.” Tarsus was in the southeastern part of Asia Minor and the major city in Cilicia. Paul was born in Tarsus and a citizen of this “no ordinary city” (Acts 21:39). Paul said he was “brought up in this city” which suggests he came from Tarsus to Jerusalem and received his education there at an early age. Tarsus was a privileged

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    likely born around the time of Jesus’ birth (Acts 7:58) in the City of Tarsus, Cecilia, which was a providence of the Roman Empire (McCray, 2003). Tarsus, being a providence of Roman Empire, also made the young Paul a Roman Citizen and Diaspora Jew which Paul would later use to his advantage when facing three separate cases of persecution (Acts 16:37; Acts 22:25-29; Acts 24:27) in the Book of Acts (McCray, 2003). The City of Tarsus was a major manufacturing and educational center in the ancient world

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    Paris Hunt Dr. Charles Ellis HUM 1101 June 8, 2015 Chapter 4 Discussion Explain the contributions of Paul to the rise of Christianity. Paul of Tarsus is the most essential figure in early Christianity. His transformation to Christianity opened doors for the religion. Paul 's associations, political aptitudes, and Roman citizenship gave opportunities other Christian pioneers needed. Paul 's work made Christianity open for the masses and expanded its range past the Holy Land (Fiero 98). Paul

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    St Paul Research Paper

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    recognised now and back in the time St Paul lived is recognised as one of the most important figures of the Apostolic age. Paul was likely born between the years of 5BC to 5 AD. Pau was a Roman citizen from birth, Paul and his family lived in the city of Tarsus. Paul’s family were strong believers in religion. Paul went to school at Gamaliel and was sent there when he was still young. The school was known for giving the students a balanced education. Paul most likely learned about ethics, literature and

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    The apostle Paul is a man, which is known for his mission to spread Christianity. He was raised as a jew, and ironically, during his youth he was persecuted by Christians. Paul, known as Saul during this time, was born in Tarsus. Saul, during his years as a Jewish Pharisee in Tarsus, would militantly persecute anything that involved Christianity. He was so much opposed to Christianity that he was given authority by the chief priest to destroy these followers of Christianity. Saul decided that he would

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    Bibl 364 Essay Outline

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    THE “CALLING” OF SAUL OF TARSUS Presented to Dr. Timothy Swinson For BIBL 364 – ACTS By Tommy Camden II 23874019 March 7, 2013 Outline Saul was a man of great power and the power of his hand reached far, thus striking fear into the converts of the new way of life soon to be called Christianity. So, when he shifted from persecuting Christians to leading more people to Christ, the tables turned and Christianity officially took off. I. Saul Enters a. Born b. Learning II. Necessary

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    the Apostle, the Apostle Paul and the Paul of Tarsus. However, he preferred to call himself 'Apostle to the Gentiles'. Paul had a broad outlook and was perhaps endowed as the most brilliant person to carry Christianity to varied lands, such as Cyprus, Asia Minor (modern Turkey), mainland Greece, Crete and Rome. St Paul's efforts to accept gentile converts and make Torah unnecessary for salvation was a successful task. Childhood Paul was born in Tarsus, in 10 AD, and was originally named Saul. Raised

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    Many of us were not alive at the time of Jesus’ resurrection, but it is still a hot topic all around the land, especially in light of the 50th anniversary of the amazing event. The story of Jesus and his resurrection is well known and has been passed down through generations depending on particular religious thoughts and beliefs. Another significant event that occurred approximately 50 days after his resurrection is Pentecost. Sources say that around 50 days after the resurrection of Jesus, a group

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    Some biblical scholars believe that Paul was born in the city of Tarsus. The exact birth year is unknown. Pauls education would have mostly likely started in the synagogue at a young age. During this time the city is believed to be very important because it was a large trade center and this was on the Mediterranean coast. Their city was a wealthy city and mostly because of its trades. The people of the city Tarsus believed in education and health. They were also known for making

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