Person
Simeon
- Also called
- Niger
Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897)
Surnamed Niger, i.e., “black,” perhaps from his dark complexion, a teacher of some distinction in the church of Antioch (Acts 13:1-3). It has been supposed that this was the Simon of Cyrene who bore Christ’s cross. Note the number of nationalities represented in the church at Antioch.
Timeline
- AD 45First missionary journey begins · Acts 12:24 – 13:3 · Antioch